Sunscreen: Reviews

Updated April 2011
 

Best sunscreen

Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch Sunblock SPF 30 *Est. $10 for 3 oz. Compare Prices

Beautypedia.com: Skin-care expert Paula Begoun gives Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch Sunblock SPF 30 her highest rating, saying that it starts out with a creamy texture but dries to a matte finish that is especially pleasing to those with oily skin.

InStyle: Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch Sunblock SPF 30 is named the best oil-free sunscreen by InStyle magazine in their annual beauty awards.

MakeupAlley.com: More than 500 consumers at MakeupAlley.com say Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch Sunblock SPF 30 is lightweight and doesn't leave their skin oily, like other sunscreens.

Drugstore.com: Consumer reviews posted at Drugstore.com point out that Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch Sunblock SPF 30 feels light and dries matte, but it tends to sting the eyes.

Best cheap sunscreen

No-Ad Sunblock Lotion SPF 45 *Est. $8 for 16 oz. Compare Prices

ConsumerReports.org: ConsumerReports.org magazine editors test the UVA and UVB protection levels in 12 sunscreens, comparing each for sun-protection ingredients and overall effectiveness.

Drugstore.com: There are more than 10 user reviews for No-Ad Sunblock Lotion SPF 45 posted at Drugstore.com, and they are generally positive.

Amazon.com: A handful of users at Amazon.com give No-Ad Sunblock Lotion SPF 45 a rating of 4 out of 5 stars, largely because of its affordability.

Bestcovery.com: This anonymous reviewer at Bestcovery.com, a consumer-review website, says that No-Ad Sunblock Lotion SPF 45 provides adequate protection without feeling greasy.

Baby sunscreen

Blue Lizard Sunscreen Sensitive SPF 30+ *Est. $15 for 5 oz. Compare Prices

Beautypedia.com: Paula Begoun calls Blue Lizard sunscreen a "very good pure mineral sunscreen," but she says that the chemical-free claim is "without merit" because all of the ingredients it contains are chemicals.

Skin Deep: This website, run by consumer watchdog Environmental Working Group, rates sunscreens and other skin-care products according to the safety of their ingredients and sun protection.

MakeupAlley.com: Consumers at MakeupAlley.com say that Blue Lizard Suncream Sensitive SPF 30+ is thick and heavy, but it works.

Drugstore.com: Reviewers at Drugstore.com say they recommend Blue Lizard Suncream SPF 30+ because it is gentle on sensitive skin and provides effective broad-spectrum protection.

Bestcovery.com: Blue Lizard Australian Sunscreen is recommended for all skin types, including those with sensitive skin.

Sport-formula sunscreen

Banana Boat Sport Performance Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 100 *Est. $12 for 4 oz. Compare Prices

Beautypedia.com: Paula Begoun says that Banana Boat Sport Performance Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 100 is "worth considering" because of its high level of UVA and UVB protection.

Shape magazine: Testers at Shape magazine say that Banana Boat Sport Performance Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 100 is a great option for those who are active outdoors.

MakeupAlley.com: More than 500 consumers at MakeupAlley.com say Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch Sunblock SPF 30 is lightweight and doesn't leave their skin oily, like other sunscreens.

Drugstore.com: Consume reviews posted at Drugstore.com point out that Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch Sunblock SPF 55 feels light and dries matte, but that it tends to sting the eyes.

Natural sunscreen

Badger SPF 30 for Face & Body *Est. $15 for 2.9 oz. Compare Prices

ConsumerReports.org: Badger SPF 30 for Face & Body is included in ConsumerReports.org's latest roundup of sunscreens.

TheDailyGreen.com: TheDailyGreen.com recommends Badger SPF 30 for Face & Body as a safe and natural sunscreen.

Amazon.com: Badger SPF 30 for Face & Body earns a high overall rating from more than 100 reviewers at Amazon.com.

Drugstore.com: Consumers at Drugstore.com are pleased with the natural ingredients in Badger SPF 30 for Face & Body and say that it provides good overall protection from the sun.

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