Reddit reviews Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch Sunscreen, SPF 55, 3 Ounces (Pack of 2)

Here is the Skincare Addiction sunscreen guide post, although it's a bit confusing. I found this Skinacea page to be much more helpful and to make much more sense when I was looking into sunscreens. Also look at the related links at the top of the page for more descriptions about what you need in a sunscreen. You should have something that's at least SPF 30.

I have skin that's really difficult to please with sunscreen. Sunscreen either clogs my pores or burns my sensitive skin. My skin is also combination/oily and acne prone. There are chemical sunscreens, physical sunscreens, and ones that use both chemical and physical blockers. Here's a helpful side-by-side comparison. The combination ones are generally suggested as the best for skin protection, but sometimes people react badly to various ingredients and the most important thing is the sunscreen provides broad spectrum, photostable protection. It's mostly about trial and error until you find something you like.

As far as the ones I've personally tried...

Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch Sunscreen in SPF 55 felt really good going on. It only got a little greasy around my nose, but otherwise was dry. It seems like a number of people here like it for a drugstore sunscreen, but I broke out after a few days of using it.

I like MaryKay's SPF 30. It goes on dry and has a bit of a fragrant scent, so it doesn't smell like sunscreen. I've used this at the beach for many summers, though I'm going to try out some other sunscreens because I'm worried that it'll clog my pores if I use it daily. I think I may need an only physical sunscreen.

A lot of people here like the Elta MD sunscreens, which are a little pricier. People tend to recommend the UV Clear SPF 46 on this subreddit. I just ordered their UV Physical SPF 41, though I haven't tried it yet. It's important to note that the physical one is tinted, so it probably works best on more fair skin.

I'm no expert on sunscreens, but this is the info that I've researched and that's been provided by the subreddit. Thank goodness for /r/SkincareAddiction, amirite?

This is what they've recommended for me.

Keep in mind, anything over 35 SPF isn't really doing much more. This sunscreen just doesn't leave you feeling oily or greasy, and thus you tend to put more on. Which is GOOD. You need to be very generous with sunscreen if you plan to be in the sun for long periods of time. And you should be reapplying the same amount every 2-3 hours. More if you're sweating it off. This sunscreen isn't waterproof, I can't remember what my GF bought us for that.

Also, wear sun glasses, hats, and photo protective clothing. I personally hike in one of these hats and wear UV blocking sun glasses. I also don't take off my shirt when I go to the beach, instead I wear a photo protective water shirt. If you are continually getting sun burns even with appropriate sunscreen application you should definitely reconsider what you're wearing. There are a lot of clothing companies that make UV protective sport wear that is thin and breezy so you won't be hot at all.

Sun burns are no joke. Skin cancer is not something you want to go through.

Empties: None yet! Just about at the end of a Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry Touch sunscreen but otherwise I'm just beginning this having a skincare routine dealy.

Purchases:

St. Ives Exfoliating Pads: Pleasant, but don't seem to do much on my skin at about 4-5% lactic acid. So I switched from using these at night to using them in the morning and now my nighttime AHA is:

Olay Regenerist Night Resurfacing Elixir. I incorporated this beginning every other night, with no other AHA, and had no issues so now it's nightly. Haven't noticed anything yet, but it's only been about a week. This is about 8% glycolic acid I think. I'm really considering trying /u/SaraSays' DIY vitamin C serum and tretinoin once I'm through with the St. Ives and Olay, as so far my skin is tolerating the AHAs super well.

Ceraveinthetub: I've mentioned before that it leaves my skin a little tacky. I found that a light touch is essential with this moisturizer. When I put it on very lightly it's a much smoother feel. I learned not to be fooled by its quick absorption which made me want to slather on more, which is a bad idea! It's an excellent body lotion too. Not sure if I'll get it again or not.

Jojoba oil: The oil cleansing method fascinated me, especially once I tried it on makeup using just some olive oil. I didn't particularly like the olive oil itself but it cleaned like a champ. So I ordered this jojoba off Ebay, choosing it because of the whole like your own sebum property. I like it, and use it to moisturize at night sometimes too. Like the Cerave, I'm stuck with this forever — 12 oz. is a TON.

Castor oil: Since castor oil is supposed to help with the cleaning aspect, I picked some up the other day. I haven't really noticed it affecting the cleansing, but then again I don't wear makeup often.

Dittoed again. The Ultra-Sheer is my go-to; 10mins after applied, it doesn't feel greasy or weird. Kinda pricey, but it's worth it.

http://www.amazon.com/Neutrogena-Ultra-Dry-Touch-Sunscreen-Ounces/dp/B001E96OZG

Neutrogena Ultra Sheer is what I use to keep me from breaking out with sunscreen. Lowest SPF is 30 though.

I use Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch every day. I really like it, my only problem with it is that it sings if I get it too close to my eyes. I wear sunglasses to protect them instead.

I'm developing a large brown spot underneath the bag of my right eye. I wear SPF 55 every single day and yes the right amount, limit my sun exposure to walking less than 3 minutes to the metro stop, limit the use of AHA to only at night, and I'm only 23 (if that's relevant). What could I possibly be doing wrong?

I don't wear makeup so I can't attest to how my favorites do under makeup but I have used Neutrogena Ulta Sheer Dry Touch SPF 55 for a while before trying to explore other ones. I am currently using Josie Maran Argan Daily Moisturizer SPF 47 which was quite pricey and I would not have gone for it if I didn't have a gift card. I can notice a sour smell upon application but it seems to go away immediately. The main ingredients in it are zinc oxide and titanium dioxide.

I totally get it. I used neutrogena brands for this exact purpose for a long time. - they rub in well, feel good, and are light, etc. And while I used to use neutrogena brands, as they work extremely well and apply well (as long as you don't leave them in a hot car!)

My concern with neutrogena brands (ultrasheer drytouch helioplex broad spectrum) lately, however, is that they contain a compound called oxybenzone, which can interfere with hormones apparently. Because of this, I searched long and hard for an alternative that was as effective, but also did not contain oxybenzone. I tried neutrogena's zinc version but somehow it caused MORE burn to occur than their other brand, despite covering my face in a white paste.

I tried a few other brands, and the one I settled on was Banana boat simply protect sport 50+ spf with "25% fewer ingredients made without oxybenzone and parabens".

I will say that the bananaboat brand does not rub in AS well as the neutrogena brands, and it also does not smell as pleasant, but for all intents and purposes does the job. might be worth a try. Despite taking a bit longer to rub in, it is extremely non-greasy and feels really good.

So I stopped wearing sunscreen for about 5-6 weeks. I was never outside for more than two minutes a day. I would wear a bandana while driving to cover up my face. I was seeing if sunscreen was the one drying or breaking me out. Now my skin looks all sun damage and inflamed. What can I do about this? My skin is very dry and dehydrated in both pictures but looks a lot worse in the second photo. I'm still trying to get my acne and dry skin in control but now I think I damaged my skin even further... What the hell happened...



Also would CeraVe Hydrating be enough to wash off a chemical sunscreen? Like this one: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001E96OZG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_H4g8CbAG7E3TC


I've seen Oxybenzone is not good to put on dermatitis but the only sunscreen I've used for over 10 years has been one with it... Any other recommendations? I've had to change everything to try to help this and now my I know my sunscreen is just making it worse...



Routine:


CeraVe Hydrating


SebaMed Clear Gel


New Routine:


CeraVe Foaming


SebaMed Clear Gel


CeraVe PM



http://imgur.com/a/IewCfSF

My only summer tip is to keep up with your pedicures! I know it seems kind of obvious, but I always just feel more confidant in my sandals if I have a fresh coat of paint on my toes (even if it's just clear polish) and everything is trim and neat. Perfect way to feel fresh and cool in a Heat Wave!

Oh, and one more! If your foundation has SPF 15... that is not enough. SPF 15 is going to do nothing for you, especially if you're fair. And make sure whatever you use protects against UVA and UVB radiation! I've been using Neutrogena's Ultra Dry Touch sunscreen. I go for SPF 55 because I'm pale as hell, but I think it comes in other SPFs.

Are you using this sunscreen? If so, please stop using it ASAP, it's terrible. It only has one filter oxybenzone, which is not an approved UVA filter in the US, and also is not stable. This sunscreen is not effectively protecting you from the sun.

Right now, you're using Retin-A and AHA, both of which greatly increase your skin's sensitivity to the sun. Since you're not using an effective sunscreen, you're probably making your hyperpigmentation worse. If you want to use Retin-A and AHA, you need a very effective sunscreen. I would recommend Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry Touch Sunscreen SPF 55.