SPF - BEACH - FACE - Clarins Sun Wrinkle Control Cream for Face SPF 15/30/50

SPF - BEACH - FACE - Clarins Sun Wrinkle Control Cream for Face SPF 15/30/50

Why make life easy for myself? Typically, I'm starting with three products. As they all belong to the same family tree I thought it would be easier to group them. A repeat from yesterday that I will put in every review for clarity:
  • I pay very little attention to the scare-mongering of the EWG. If you love them, great, crack on, but I don't use the words 'toxic' when it comes to products. It's a nonsense.
  • Always apply SPF at least 20 minutes before going outside unless otherwise stated.
  • Always apply last after moisturiser, before makeup - unless otherwise stated.
  • PPD, however useful, is very rarely mentioned by brands, and hardly ever discussed by US brands.
So: Clarins Broad Spectrum? UVA symbol (in EU)? Yes Physical or chemical? Chemical Main SPF active ingredients (in order of %)? (excuse the pictures - much easier than typing out!)

SPF15:

Homosolate Avobenzone Octocrylene

SPF30:

Octocrylene

Tinosorb M - nano encapsulated

Avobenzone

SPF50:

Octocrylene

Tinosorb M - nano encapsulated

Tinosorb S

Avobenzone

Cream/gel/spray/oil?

Creams

White/ash residue on darker skins?

No

Absorbs well even at high SPF?

Yes

Potential to block pores based on the above?:

No

Works under makeup?

Yes

Does it leave you shiny?

No, not at all, but check some comments from readers below.

Is it sticky?

No

Contains fragrance?

Yes - it is one of the best smelling SPF's out there in my opinion - but again, check comments below and then decide for yourself.

Suitable for all skin types?

Yes

Water resistant/waterproof/sweat resistant?

Sweat resistant

Antioxidants/any skin benefits?

Obviously. It's Clarins so this is like a lovely moisturiser with SPF - but SPF is its main job. It contains the usual plant extracts and the like, but let's not detract from the job at hand.

Additional info:

This is by far my family's favourite facial SPF, hence it being my first post. Across all age groups and both sexes, and all skin types, this is the most-requested SPF when we are buying/using. The SPF30 is the best seller for Clarins, and The Hirons Clan would agree with the general public on that score.

Price:

£19.50 for 75ml Available from all Clarins stockists and Boots.com

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