EltaMD UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46
EltaMD · 1.7 oz, untinted
Last reviewed
Acne-prone daily SPF — zinc that gets used
Face sunscreen either breaks you out, leaves a cast, or feels like primer you cannot stand.
Transcript
Acne-prone daily SPF. Face sunscreen either breaks you out, leaves a cast, or feels like primer you cannot stand. A full face amount every morning, makeup or not.
The problem
Face sunscreen either breaks you out, leaves a cast, or feels like primer you cannot stand.
Why it made the verdict
Zinc plus 5% niacinamide is why dermatologists keep recommending UV Clear. It made the list because it is the SPF people with acne-prone or rosacea-prone skin actually repurchase.
Our verdict
A full face amount every morning, makeup or not. Untinted is the listing we point to. If you need more glow, layer a cream underneath — do not skip the SPF.
Quick answers
Is EltaMD UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46 worth it?
Zinc plus 5% niacinamide is why dermatologists keep recommending UV Clear. It made the list because it is the SPF people with acne-prone or rosacea-prone skin actually repurchase.
Who is EltaMD UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46 for?
Face sunscreen either breaks you out, leaves a cast, or feels like primer you cannot stand.
How do I use EltaMD UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46?
A full face amount every morning, makeup or not. If you need more glow, layer a cream underneath — do not skip the SPF.
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