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!
Ma. Teresa Grech Quiatchon Racal
December 15, 2011 at 7:32 am (12 years ago)morning ms. Toni. Pareho tayo, I hate wearing make-up. madaling mangati face ko. hahaha! i rarely put something on my face. But seeing this product here I will give it a try kahit expensive. When I read that it is oil free…thanks for this one…
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Susan Koh
December 19, 2011 at 12:09 am (12 years ago)I’ve been looking for a sun screen and this review came in very handy. I have freckles and it gets worse when I get under the sun. But I’m usually too lazy or too worried that the sun screen will be oily and sticky. Definitely worth checking out.
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Toni
January 1, 2012 at 2:45 am (12 years ago)Grech: Let me know how it works for you!
Susan Koh: I hope it works for you too! Let me know how it goes