sunscreen reviews

– The indigenous people of the island of Saint Barthélemy made a paste from the seeds of the fondant tree, which was used to protect against the sun, sea water and mosquitoes. That is why the Indians began to be called Redskins. The blend of selected oils accelerates the process of obtaining a beautiful tan and is suitable for already tanned skin or skin with a low degree of sensitivity to the sun.

Expectations: to be honest, I thought for a long time when I was advised to lotion from St Barth. I got so used to my beloved Garnier, better than whom I had never met, that the magic power of the fondant tree seemed to me to be another advertising trick …

Reality: at first I was captivated by the aroma of the product: the divine smell of sweets remains on the body until it is thoroughly washed off. A dense white glossy cream that is easy to apply but takes time to dry. I used SPF 15 because I had tanned over the summer and the goal was to maintain a light tan.

After half an hour of aimlessly lying on a sun lounger, I went to the pool. The lotion survived the test with water and did not rinse or drip.

I have been using the bestselling St Barth for two months and I can confidently say that it is one of the best sun protection and bronzed tanning products available.

Evaluation: 9 out of 10 points. I remove the point solely because of the price.

– I used the means of this brand on an ongoing basis in the first years of the institute, after which I came to the conclusion that the products for facial care are not suitable for me categorically. At the same time, the brand has a good line of sunscreens, which many praise. I myself more than once took Garnier cream or spray with me on vacation, but they, however, did not protect me from allergies to the sun. It turned out that I was simply choosing the wrong protection factor.

Expectations: I took this baby sunscreen specifically to soften the effects of the sun, as usually, even on the skin protected by a protective agent, allergies eventually develop. The manufacturer claims that the Expert Cream is created specifically for sensitive baby skin (just like mine). It absorbs up to 90 percent of UV rays, is non-greasy, waterproof, paraben and fragrance free.

Result: going to Greece in the summer, without hesitation, I took with me a children’s Garnier with an SPF 50+. To be honest, I was already desperate to look for a sunscreen that would save me from sun allergies. After a long vacation at sea, I have small red dots on my legs, back and stomach. Plus, there is a slight itching.

In theory, with such a reaction to a beach vacation, I should not be in the sun, but I just cannot refuse it. I used the Expert cream for children for the first 3-4 days of vacation, when the skin still had my natural bluish-white tint. The product spreads easily and moisturizes the skin well.

At the same time, it turned out to be so persistent that during two hours on the beach I updated the layer only once. To be honest, it was difficult to wash it off the skin even under hot water with soap and a washcloth. At the same time, the cream did not block the appearance of the sunburn itself. For three days I was a little “weathered”, and the skin acquired a slight brown tint. What is especially pleasing, I have never been burned, although this happens to me very often. I was especially pleased that the allergy did not make itself felt.

The hateful rash nevertheless appeared in a mild form after I forgot to put on a protective cream and went to climb the mountains. Fortunately, thanks to the fact that I pre-prepared the skin with a cream, the allergy quickly disappeared. In the last days of my vacation, I already used sunscreen with a lower protection factor.

Rating: 10 out of 10. For good sun protection. True, it is a little embarrassing that the cream is difficult to wash off the skin even while taking a shower.

– Several years spent in Brazil, where the scorching sun catches up with you almost everywhere, taught me not to leave the house without applying sunscreen. Even in cool periods. And even in winter. Although, of course, in winter I do not use products with great protection, I definitely choose those creams that protect against ultraviolet radiation. My undoubted favorite in the hot season is the Lancaster Sun Sport SPF 15 sunscreen spray, which I would like to talk about in more detail.

Expectations: I wanted, of course, effective protection! And so that the spray is evenly applied to the skin without leaving a sticky residue. The manufacturers promise that this product has an innovative infrared technology applied to wet skin, Wet Skin, is quickly absorbed and is suitable for sports and outdoor activities.

Reality: very convenient 125 ml tube that you can take with you. During air travel, of course, you cannot carry it with you in your carry-on baggage, but you can safely check it in and be sure that your skin will be under reliable protection.

This spray is ideal for skin that tans quickly or rarely. For example, I burn very easily, so before leaving the house, I must spray the product. And when I visit the beach, I check that the packaging is always with me. The main plus for me is that the product is easy to apply, absorbs quickly, does not flow and does not leave a sticky feeling on the skin.

Rating: 10 from 10, I am happy with my choice.

– UVA rays are the most dangerous, as they penetrate deeper into the skin and imperceptibly negatively affect it and accelerate the aging process. UVA rays can cause an allergic skin reaction to the sun and cause discoloration. Therefore, be sure to use sunscreen. This summer I discovered Garnier’s Sun Sensitive Light Skin Cream SPF 50+. The tool made me very happy, I think I will resort to its help more than once on vacation in hot countries.

Expectations: the manufacturer says that the cream has a light, non-greasy texture that does not leave marks. Optimal tolerance formula to reduce the risk of allergies. Dermatologically tested. Large handy tube. The funds are enough for the entire vacation without saving. I applied it at least three times a day, and spent only half.

Reality: of course, in hot weather, swimming in the sea and sunbathing blissfully, you don’t think about the consequences of such pleasure.

My skin is far from light, but I still burned more than once. The problem was solved when Garnier cream fell into my hands. It really protects even in the very heat, and the texture and smell are amazing. No stickiness, just a dazzling shine with a pleasant scent. Easy to apply and durable enough. With it, even the most delicate skin is protected, and you don’t have to pay big money for famous competitors. He is not only not inferior to them, but in many respects even surpasses them. The skin after it is very smooth, delicate, the tan lays down very well.

Rating 10 out of 10: I give the remedy 10 points, thanks to him the tan was excellent.

“When I went to rest in Bali, kind colleagues provided me with a can of La Mer Regenerating Sunscreen Lotion. I immediately felt like a well-to-do tourist, but since my skin burns easily, I also took SPF 50+ on the road just in case.

Expectations: Generally speaking, La Mer has an interesting story: 50 years ago, the doctor of astrophysics Max Huber, as a result of an accident in the laboratory, received multiple burns, the consequences of which could not be eliminated by any of the drugs known at that time. This prompted Dr. Huber to pursue his own research, which resulted in Miracle Broth, the algae complex that forms the basis of La Mer products.

The Soliel De La Mer line of products is no exception. The two main products in the line, revitalizing body and face lotions, are designed not only to protect against UVA and UVB rays, but also to effectively regenerate skin after sun exposure.

Reality: the remedy taken as a safety net was not needed – La Mer had a great product. We used the bottle to the end, using the product together for a month and, as a rule, several times a day. During all this time, we burned out a couple of times only when we forgot or were too lazy to apply the cream: the equator is the equator. The lotion has a fairly dense texture, which, however, does not make it sticky or greasy. The cream is quickly absorbed and does not leave any streaks, besides, it smells very pleasant. It is difficult to call the finish matte, but it is generally a rarity among sunscreens with a high degree of protection. And of course, I really liked that you don’t need to use an additional product after sunburn, the skin gets the necessary hydration anyway.

Rating: 9 from 10. Yes, minus the ball for the price.

Expectations: the annotation says that the waterproof Sun Protection Spray Oil-Free SPF 15 protects the skin from UV rays of the spectra, A and B, and also moisturizes, does not clog pores, provides a soothing effect and prevents the adhesion of sand.

Reality: in fact, the spray is really what the manufacturer describes it. And it also has an incredibly light and delicate texture that gives the skin a radiance, is instantly absorbed and does not leave marks and streaks on clothes. Perhaps the last factor is related to the fact that the product contains no oils. The smell of Sun Protection Spray Oil-Free is neutral and hardly noticeable on the body (by the way, many other sunscreens have problems with this).

As for the protective properties of the spray, I would not like to say anything here, since it is very individual. My skin tolerates the sun quite well, I have never gotten burns since childhood, so SPF 15 is quite suitable for me. But if I had to go to the beach during the day from 12 to 16 hours, I would probably use a cream with SPF 50.

Evaluation: 10 out of 10. For an even skin tone without burns.