Product says: Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch Sunblock SPF 50+ (PA+++) is a breakthrough in sun protection. Stabilized with Helioplex, it provides superior balanced broad-spectrum protection against skin-aging UVA and burning UVB rays, and combines it with Dry Touch technology for an ultra light, non-shiny finish. This lightweight sunblock has a light fresh scent and is gentle enough for even sensitive skin.
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Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch Sunblock SPF50+, 88mL
around P500, available in groceries and beauty stores
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Ultra light, clean feel; leaves skin soft and smooth; waterproof, sweatproof; non-comedogenic; oil-free and PABA-free [PABA - para-Aminobenzoic acid; an old ingredient of sunblocks which has been proven to cause skin irritation.]
What I love about it:
1. Neutrogena Ultra Sheer sunblock is a non-greasy product and has a fairly high SPF (and all that Helioplex stuff) which mattered a lot. Albeit the moderately thick consistency, it gets easily absorbed (under the right conditions, see Uh-oh #2) and does not leave the skin heavy at all.
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| Neutrogen Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch Sunblock has a rather thick consistency but is lightweight! |
2. While it can make the skin tad whiter within the first few minutes of application, the paleness dies down in a while. You may want to dab on a slightly darker shade of powder to neutralize the whiteness, or, lessen the amount of product you slather onto your skin (you may be applying too much).
3. Sunblocks are notorious for causing a white pall on pictures (whitecast), the Neutrogena Ultra Sheer sunblock doesn't (throws a bunch of confetti at the tube).
Uh-ohs:
1. The scent is something I could not take. The initial strong floral gimmick is something I wish the manufacturers would work on. However, I noticed that after half an hour, the scent kinda tones down into something more pleasant.
2. I had to make sure I applied the product in front of the fan or in an air-conditioned room to get that 'dry-touch' promise. If you have combination or oily skin, you'll benefit from this tip.
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| Dry-Touch? Depends on your skin type! |
3. Lightweight? Well, yes, but my face felt a little heat from it, thus causing me to sweat a little. This sunblock is definitely not the type you would like to wear alone if you have combination skin + sweaty skin. I make sure I set it with my mineral powder for a better finish.
4. The tube tip can be quite a mess every after use so don't forget to wipe it off with tissue.
5. If your face hates silicones (although most girls love the smoothened-look effect that this ingredient leaves the face), you might break out from it.
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| Ingredients of the Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch Sunblock no Titanium Oxide, no whitecast...that's why! it's also not -cone-free, by the way |
Recommendation:
When looking for a face sunblock, there are two major considerations I take in: (1) it has to be non-greasy, and (2) it has to have an SPF high enough to withstand the ultra hot summer in the Philippines (SPF30 and above, please). Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry Touch has fulfilled these two conditions and even exceeded my standards by being a lightweight product that glides smoothly on the skin.
I highly recommend this to those with dry and combination skin. Girls who oil a lot may not be too happy with the fact that this tube can be a hit or miss in keeping the face matte.
Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry Touch is definitely among the sunblocks I'm glad I bought, however, with my latest 2 new sunblock discoveries, I feel that this tube can be easily outdone by other brands.
I couldn't take the smell either, and as much as I like the texture and its sheerness, I had to stop because I couldn't concentrate. The best I used so far in terms of coverage, SPF, smell, and texture is Philosophy's Shelter. While the smell is a bit astringent, much like their cleanser, it smells clean to me. In addition, it has a slight tint which works like a base.
thanks for this post!! i am in search for a nice sunblock!!
i was almost sold when you said that this doesn't leave a greasy feeling & won't leave a whitish cast on the pic!
but when you said that it feels hot on the skin..i was 'naaahhhh'...not what i was looking for. pawisin ako e!
>_<
sayang!
I always see this, but I never bothered to take a second look.
Thanks for the reveiw! If you don't like the smell, I probably can't take it as well...lol
You're so lucky that this works for you! For some reason Neutrogena and my skin do not get along as I have broken out from this. (Likely from the silicone you mentioned)
(Glad you enjoyed the photos! And anything that makes me look small is a great thing...haha! ;)
Thanks for the review, Argie. Been checking out this product for the longest time but I was just worried about the scent of it. Plus I just found out I'm allergic to silicone so I am definitely skipping this. Thanks for including that. :P
@Ellen
How much is Philosophy Shelter? Thanks for the reco..
@Donna
You're welcome :) I'm posting two more favorite sunblocks soon.
@Jem
Remedy that nalang by applying the sunblock in an air-con room or in front of a fan. after it dries up (in a minute or two), dab on a sheer powder so that the face won't sweat badly.
@Hollie
this has a strong scent. but nothing plastic-y like all other sunblocks.
I think it was around 600 pesos, but I got it on sale from BB last year.
I actually love that sunblock. I'm just scared of all it because I tend to break-out over it!
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great review!!!
i like the fact that it's high in spf.
FACT: A higher SPF than 30 is NOT reliable. Why? Because sunblock ingredients break down in just two hours. And That is IF! the ingredients are stable. A high SPF just tricks you into thinking you are protected all day. Careful lang sa pagpili ng high SPF sis. You have to check if the ingredient is stable first.