Loving Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Waterlight Facial Sunblock

I am not a huge sunblock fan. When some colleagues and I were talking about facial care, they told me I needed to start using sunblock. Key word: NEEDED. Here’s why I hate sunblock: It is greasy, heavy and its scent is too strong. Well, at least the ones I’ve tried. One colleague convinced me though. He is in his 40s and has AMAZING skin. So, fine. I know sunblock is important. Maybe I was just using terrible ones. He recommended the brand he currently uses — “Neutrogena Ultra Sheer” he said.

The next time I went to the drugstore, I looked for it. Voila! A tube cost around P450.00. Hmm. Okay, I have to invest in my skin anyway, right? My apprehension to use it was tamed by the fact that it was highly recommended, so the next day I decided to try it.

I’ve been using it for a couple of weeks now. I love it!

Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Waterlight SPF 50+ facial sunblock

What I love about it:
It’s so light on the skin. My fear of sunblock being greasy? Not present here. I could spread the lotion easily over my face and neck without looking shiny afterwards. It has a clean finish which I really liked because I abhor feeling anything on my face (ergo my dislike for make-up). Because it feels light on the skin, it makes me feel fresher. Naks. I really hate anything make-up! I don’t like mascara, blush, eyeshadow, etc. I feel like they weigh my skin down. It’s the same with sunblock, but thank goodness this particular brand was awesome for me. Apparently it’s oil-free. Perfect.

It’s still effective with its SPF 50+ factor. Protected and still looking fresh? I love it. You can apply it several times during the day (particularly after staying out in the sun for some time or after a workout) and it’s fine. No greasy look or stinky sunblocky smell.

You can get Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Waterlight SPF 50+ in beauty and personal care stores, department stores or supermarkets. I got mine from Mercury Drug.

Nothing like a solid recommendation from a reliable colleague with convincingly good-looking skin. THAT was the clincher, not a magazine article or even just seeing the product in-store. My colleague’s skin did all the convincing. He is like a walking billboard for awesome skin care. I hope my skin stays as fresh as his when I’m his age!

Hi! I'm Toni Tiu, and I've been blogging at at Wifely Steps since 2003. This started as a blog to help newly weds adjust to married life. It has evolved into a home and parenting blog. I write about things close to my heart -- good eats, good reads, family, marriage, and the little things that make everyday happy.