Product review
Lakme Sun Expert SPF 50 PA+++ Ultra Matte Lotion Sunscreen
This is a revised formulation of Lakme’s sunscreen and it does merit a separate review. Its also in Nykaa’s top 20 best selling sunscreens.
Product review
Thalgo SPF 30 Age Defence Sun Lotion
Thalgo’s sun lotion appears to be in the top 20 bestselling sunscreens on Nykaa. Find out if you should buy it.
Product review
Do I need to wear sunscreen separately from my foundation?
Do you think that foundations and CC creams provide sufficient SPF coverage? Do you use a separate standalone sunscreen every day?
Product review
mamaearth Ultra Light SPD 50 PA+++
This product is marketed as suitable for Indian skin tones. Should you buy it?
Is SPF 50 really better than SPF 15?
In this blog I explain exactly why I suggest Indians use an SPF 30 every day of the year. Is it much different to SPF 15?
Sunscreen
Zinc Oxide 101 (USA edition) – everything you need to know
Zinc Oxide is a broadspectrum filter that you should look for in your sunscreen. Its photostable and isn’t going to make its way through your dermal barrier.
Product review
Shahnaz Husain Sun Block SPF 60 PA+++
The retail price (at the time of writing) is INR 455 for 100g. This is at the low end for a surprisingly not hideous product.
Product review
Brillare Science Sunscreen Radiance SPF 30 PA+++
Not a fan of this product. Contains Oxybenzone, which is a “no,no” for me. Priced very reasonably at INR750 for 100ml
Product review
VLCC 3D YouthBoost SUN SCREEN GEL SPF 40 PA+++
This product is cheap at INR 265 for 50g. Its so tempting to buy this fancy sounding “YouthBoost” sunscreen gel creme. Trust me, just don’t.
Product review
VLCC Matte Look Depigmentation SUN SCREEN GEL CRÈME SPF 30 PA+++
This is a sunscreen that does not get the sunscreen 101 formulation correct. You don’t need to use it.
Retail price: INR 295 for 100g so is it really a bargain?
Product review
VLCC Youth Boost Body Lotion SPF 25
VLCC’s body lotion with SPF 25 is regularly sold as a buy 1 get 1 free, indicating the brand’s push into the market. Even at INR 399 for 400ml, please skip this product.
Product review
L’Oreal Paris UV Advanced 12H UV Protector SPF 50+ PA++++
Household name L’Oreal Paris offers a blockbuster sunscreen. Does it tick all the correct boxes to be worthy of your shelf-space?
Product review
BANANA BOAT Ultra Protect Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 PA+++
This is an SPF 30, PA+++ rated product. Retail price is INR 999 for 90ml, so at the mid-high end for Indian sunscreens. My verdict: Give this product a wide berth.
Product review
Banana Boat Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50+ PA+++
Banana Boat sunscreens are found in every supermarket and mom & pop store. Does the ubiquity of the product make it worth buying?
Product review
Avon Solutions UV Protective Lotion SPF 40 PA+++
Avon Solutions sunscreen is a high price bracket sunscreen. Is it packed with quality ingredients or does it have other features that justify its price?
Product review
kaya skin clinic Sweat-Proof Sunscreen SPF 30+
At INR 975 for 60ml, this is one of the pricier sunscreens. Price is not per se an issue if the product passes the sunscreen test.
Product review
Banana Boat Kids and Baby Sunscreen
Identical formulation of “baby” and “kid” sunscreens. Find out if ingredients are safe enough to use this formulation on your kid.
Product review
M&S Beauty Sun Lotion (Baby) SPF 50+
Infant and child sun protection is vital for kids in countries with intense UVR. Retail price is GBP 6.50 for 75ml. Despite being M&S its a “NO BUY” for me
Product review
Lotus Herbals Kids Sunblock Cream SPF 25
My view: Give it a miss Retail price: Rs 335 for 100g or (USD 4.84 for 100g) Please also see Infant And Kids: A Short Guide To Sunscreen The product contains parabens and I would “give it a miss.” (Personally,
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Infant and kids: a short guide to sunscreen
Guide to sunscreen protection for kids. Ingredients to look for on labels and from what age sunscreen should be applied
Product review
Lotus Herbals Sunblock SPF 40 PA+++ (3-in-1 Matte Look Daily )
Product review of Lotus Herbals SPF 40 PA+++ (3-in-1 matte look daily sunblock), focussing on ingredient list. My view is give the product a miss
Product review
Lotus Herbals Matte Gel SPF 50 PA+++
Should you ever buy a product that claims to be a UV screen and not a sunscreen? Should you buy such a product with NO UVA filters? No and no
Retail price is Rs 315 for 50g or USD 4.54 for 50g.
My view: Give it a miss
Product review
Lotus Herbals Sun Block Cream SPF 30 PA++
Review of Lotus Herbals Sun Block SPF 30 PA++
MRP: Rs 345 for 100g
My view: Give it a miss
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AVEIL SPF 50 Gel
An extremely popular Made in India sunscreen, that is reasonably priced (MRP: Rs 699 for 50ml), does not make the cut. My view: Give it a miss
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Lotus Herbals Sun Block Cream SPF 20 PA+
Review of Lotus Herbals Sun Block Cream SPF 20 PA+
Retail price: Rs 299 for 100ml
My view: Give it a miss
Sunscreen
Oriflame Face and Body Lotion SPF 15
Probably the best ingredient list I have seen in a Made in India sunscreen. At Rs 749 it also is reasonably priced. Does it make the cut?
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BIODERMA Photoderm AKN Mat SPF 30 Matifying fluid (High protection)
I will be honest, this is an expensive sunscreen at MRP 1,550 for 40ml. But it is one of the best sunscreens out there. Give it a try.
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RoC Soleil-Protect Mattifying fluid SPF 30
Could this be the first budget friendly sunscreen (MRP 650 for 50ml) that I have found?
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dermalogica super sensitive shield SPF 30
Product review of dermalogica super sensitive shield SPF 30.
Retail price: Rs 3,800 for 50ml
My view: Give it a try BUT only if it also replaces your day cream.
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VLCC De-Tan Sunscreen Gel Creme SPF 50 PA+++
Product review of VLCC De-Tan Sunscren Gel Creme SPF 50 PA+++.
Retail price: Rs 395 for 100g
My view: Give it a miss
Product review
O3+ Dermal zone Soothing Gel Cream SPF 30
Review of O3+ Dermal zone soothing gel cream SPF 30.
Retail price: Rs 650 for 50ml.
My view: Give it a miss.
Product review
O3+ Chamomile Facial Cream SPF 40
Review of O3+ Dermal zone soothing gel cream SPF 30.
Retail price: Rs 1,050 for 50gm.
My view: Give it a miss.
Product review
Avène Emulsion SPF 50+
This product is at the pricier end of the spectrum. It doesn’t matter. You should forgo those extra Starbuck lattes and invest in this product. (Retail price: Rs 1,447 for 50ml)
Product review
CLINIQUE mineral sunscreen fluid (face) SPF 50
Retail price: Rs 2,400 for 30ml.
My view: Give it a miss.
Product review
seba med Multi-Protect Sun Lotion SPF 50+ (very high)
Product review of seba med Multi-Protect Sun Lotion SPF 50+.
Retail price (revised): Rs 1,382 for 150ml
My view: Give it a try, as worth the investment.
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Do you understand the gibberish on sunscreen labels?
European sunscreen – guide to understanding the gibberish