Product review
Fenty Skin Hydra Vizor Refillable Invisible Face Moisturizer SPF 30
This is a review of the formulation of Fenty Beauty’s sunscreen that has a moisturiser. Is this a sunscreen? is this a moisturiser?
Product review
First Aid Beauty Weightless Liquid Mineral Sunscreen with Zinc Oxide SPF 30
This is a review of the formulation of First Aid Beauty Mineral Sunscreen with Zinc Oxide
Dr Jart+ Sunscreen SPF 50+
This is a formulation review of Dr Jart+ chemical sunscreen with an SPF 50. It’s the brand’s second sunscreen in the top 25 list.
Sunscreen
Dr. Jart+ Every Sun Day™ Mineral Face Sunscreen SPF 50+
This is a product review of Dr Jart+’s sunscreen at No 20 on the Sephora bestselling sunscreen list.
Saie Mini Sunvisor Radiant Moisturizing Face Sunscreen
This is a review of the formulation of Saie sunscreen, which is a mineral sunscreen.
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Tower 28 Beauty SunnyDays SPF 30 Tinted Sunscreen Foundation
This blog is a formulation review of Tower 28’s sunscreen offering, which is also a mineral sunscreen.
Sunscreen
Supergoop! Glow Stick Sunscreen SPF 50
This is no 13 on the Sephora bestselling sunscreen list.
The Inkey List Polyglutamic Acid Dewy Sunscreen SPF 30
No 12 on the Sephora bestselling sunscreen list is the Inkey List. I dont like the Inkey List, but at US$ 12 this is seriously cheap
Sunscreen
Kiehl’s UV Serum SPF 50+ with collagen peptide
This is a formulation review of Kiehl’s new sunscreen, which in fact is a serum! Super exciting b/c this sunscreen encapsulates new approach to sunscreen development
Paula’s Choice SPF 50 – part 2
In this blog I actually look at the formulation breakdown of the no 11 sunscreen on Sephora USA’s bestselling list.
Paula’s Choice RESIST Youth Extending Daily Hydrating Fluid SPF 50
This is number 11 on Sephora’s bestselling sunscreen list and this is a 2 part blog. In this blog, we are only talking filters
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Supergoop! Every. Single. Face. Watery Lotion SPF 50
this is number 9 on sephora’s bestselling sunscreen list in the USA. Its also one of the more complicated sunscreens supergoop! produces
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kosas dreambeam silicone-free mineral sunscreen SPF 40
This is a product review of the no 10 sunscreen on Sephora USA’s list.
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Shiseido Ultimate Sun Protector Lotion SPF 50+ Sunscreen
this is a formula review of shiseido’s sunscreen which appears at no 8 in the Sephora bestseller list
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Shiseido sunscreen stick SPF 50
This is a formulation review of Shiseido’s sunscreen stick that appears at No 5 on the Sephora Bestselling Sunscreen list
Interim sunscreen suggestions
As I go through my Sephora list of bestselling sunscreens, I am being pre-emptively asked about sunscreens. This is my interim list
Sunscreen
supergoop mineral matte sunscreen SPF 40
Out of the top 30 sunscreens selling on Sephora USA, supergoop have 10 sunscreens – different sizes + sunscreens. These sunscreens are innovative + fun. There I did it – I called sunscreen formulations FUN
What keeps ingredient manufacturer’s awake at night?
The Green Deal is going to change things for sunscreen manufacturers. Its about time to burn the UV filters that harm the environment to the ground
Product review
Bioderma Spot-Age SPF 50+
This is a product review of Bioderma Photoderm Spot-Age SPF 50 which is specifically targetting dark spots
Product review
Bioderma Photoderm AR SPF50+
This is a product review for Bioderma’s Photoderm AR SPF50+ for reactive skin. The sunscreen says “redness cream.”
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Bioderma Photoderm Mineral Fluide SPF 50 sunscreen
This blog is a product review of Bioderma’s sunscreen for “skin allergic to chemical filters.”
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Bioderma Photoderm Creme sunscreen SPF 50+
This blog is a product review of Bioderma’s sunscreen for dry skin, Bioderma Aquafluide SPF 50+
Erudition
OTT Skyncare Sunny Shield Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA+++
This is a product review of OTT sunscreen, a cheap as chips new entrant to the market. FInd out if its worth your attention.
Sunscreen
VICHY Capital Soleil SPF 50
Product review of VICHY’s Capital Soleil SPF 50 sunscreen.
Sunscreen
BIOSOLIS Sun Milk SPF 30
Be review this sunscreen, its good to remind ourselves of this… What damages are we trying to protect against when we use sunscreens? Sunscreens contain UV filters. I like the EU definition which is, ‘UV-filters’ means substances which are exclusively
Sunscreen
BRILLARE Natural Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 PA+++
This review is of Brillare’s natural mineral sunscreen SP50 PA+++, which has Zinc Oxide and Titanium Dioxide, as sunscreen filters.
Sunscreen
Bioderma vs Avene sunscreens part 2
Last week, at the request of a reader I compared too very high SPF sunscreens from Bioderma and Avene. This is a follow-up to her specific queries on UVA filters…
Product review
Do I need to wear sunscreen now, especially during a lockdown?
I frequently get asked by my own family whether they should wear sunscreen during the winter. This blog is meant to be a reference for them!
Product review
Clinique Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Sunscreen
One of the final products on Nykaa’s best selling sunscreens is Clinique’s SPF 50, which appears to be the same formula that is also sold in the USA.
Product review
Kiehl’s Super Fluid UV Defense Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 PA+++
This is Kiehl’s Mineral sunscreen which provides extensive broad spectrum coverage. Its the same/similar formulation to the Made in USA Kiehl offering. Should you buy it?
Product review
Neutrogena Oil-Free Moisturiser SPF 15
A massive difficult for acne prone skin is finding non-comedogenic sunscreen. It’s unsurprising that this oil-free sunscreen is in Nykaa’s bestselling sunscreen list.
Product review
Lotus Herbals Safe Sun Daily Multi-Function Sunblock SPF 70 PA+++
Lotus Herbals make cheap sunscreens. Having reviewed over 80% of Lotus Herbals’ sunscreen range last year, I am intrigued to see if absolutely anything about this sunscreen brand has changed.
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
Dermalogica Dynamic Skin Recovery SPF 50
This sunscreen is one of the most expensive sunscreens on Nykaa’s bestselling sunscreen list. Should you fork out additional cash for this?
Product review
Kiehl’s Ultra Light Daily UV Defense Aqua Gel SPF 50 PA++++
This is an expensive sunscreen but it is still within Nykaa’s bestseller list. This indicates to me, that Indians are willing to pay a high price if they believe a sunscreen works and/or is branded.
Product review
Ponds White Beauty Sun Protection Day Cream SPF 30
This product is a whitening cream that is also a sunscreen. In fact its a top-selling sunscreen on Nykaa. Does its dual function make a difference?
Product review
Clarins UV Plus Anti-Pollution Sunscreen SPF 50
Clarins Anti-Pollution sunscreen is a best-selling sunscreen on Nykaa. If you are as baffled as I am, keep reading.
Product review
Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Sunblock SPF 50+ PA+++
This is a best-selling sunscreen on Nykaa’s website. Pricewise, it is an absolute bargain. Should you rush online and purchase it now?
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.
Sunscreen
Which sunscreen should I buy from Nykaa or Sephora?
Find out how I will decide which sunscreen to use from Nykaa and Sephora.
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
The Organic Pharmacy Sunscreen SPF 50
This is a Made in the UK brand that my mother has been using for a decade now. Should you rush out to buy it?
Product review
Forest Essentials Sun Fluid SPF 50 PA++
Product review of Forest Essentials’ sun fluid. Will this be a Forest Essential product that delivers?
Product review
Kama Ayurveda Sun Protection SPF 21 PA++
Kama Ayurveda is one of the few Ayurvedic brands that lists all of its ingredients. Is this product worth buying?
Product review
mamaearth Ultra Light SPD 50 PA+++
This product is marketed as suitable for Indian skin tones. Should you buy it?
Product review
Bello Photostable sunscreen SPF 40+ PA+++
This is an affordable favourite of Delhi dermatologists. Does it live up to the hype?
Sunscreen
What is PA++++?
In today’s blog, I’ll explain why you should ignore PA labels on Made in India sunscreens.
Skincare
Sunscreens to have on your top shelf (October 2019)
Quick reference guide for sunscreens that everyone should have on their shelf.
Product review
azafran organics SPF 30 & SPF 50 – Adult cut
Made in India sunscreens claiming to be Boot’s 4 star rated. Priced at Rs 700 and Rs 900 for identical ingredients. Are they worth the price?
Sunscreen
The Sunscreen Reeboot: What to look for on the Ingredient label of sunscreens
Converting our knowledge of photoprotection into useful labelling on sunscreens in the US, EU and India.
Sunscreen
How to pay the lowest price for your sunscreen
With so much choice in an American pharmacy, how do you choose the lowest cost sunscreen? Its not how you think.
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.
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Product review
ALPHA-H Daily Essential Moisturiser SPF 50 ( 50ml )
The retail price is £29 for 50ml.
It works out at INR 2,600 plus shipping to India. Give it a miss and save the shipping and taxes worthwhile
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
LAKMÉ Sun Expert Ultra Matte Gel SPF 50 PA+++
Does this sun screen provide you with adequate UVA and UVB protection? At Rs 300 for 50ml it is a steal.
Product review
Lotus Herbals Ultra Sunblock SPF 100+ PA+++
Is this SPF 100+ PA+++ product worth buying?
MRP: Rs 795 for 30ml
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
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innisfree daily UV protection cream SPF 35 PA++
Product review of innisfree daily UV protection cream SPF 35 PA++.
Retail price: Rs 700 for 50ml.
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.
Product review
Sunscreen
Do you understand the gibberish on sunscreen labels?
European sunscreen – guide to understanding the gibberish
Myths about sun-protection
My sister pointed out that I may be too tunnel visioned in my approach to sun protection – I assume everyone is on the same page as I am. She has a point. We all heard others say, “skin cancer
Chemicals to avoid – Benzophenone-3
In the introduction to this series (Chemicals to Avoid – Parabens), I wrote I’d periodically highlight chemicals we should avoid based on these guidelines: What is the primary use of the substance? How is the substance used in cosmetics/skincare/personal care