Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry Touch Sunblock SPF 50+ Review

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A warm welcome to Cosmetics Arena my beautiful friends. I am back with a product review on Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry Touch Sunblock SPF 50+.
Recently my mom was looking for a perfect beach sunscreen. So, I bought this one for her as I felt it would perfectly fulfil the requirement. But whether the purchase was successful or not, let us take an insight to know the answer.

Basic Information about Neutrogena Sunblock SPF 50+

Price: INR 499 for 88ml
Shelf Life: 24 months

Product Description and Ingredient Analysis of Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry Touch Sunblock SPF 50+

I am an avid ingredients reader. And I buy products only after a thorough look at the ingredients. But sometimes when I am buying products online, checking the list many a times become impossible.

As you can see, this Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Sunscreen is composed of a lot of complicated ingredients. I would like to discuss only the first few components because the rest are usually found in many cosmetics.

Helioplex

It is a patent from the house of Neutrogena. It works as an excellent sunblock and according to FDA, it is completely safe.
As the list is starting with water, obviously it is a water based product. The second ingredient is Homosalate. Umm…it is really suprising to see that the list starts with something that one should avoid in sunscreens.
Homosalate is used in sunscreens as sun barriers. It works exactly like Titanium or Zinc Oxide. But the latters are more safe. Homosalate absorbs sun rays and convert them into harmful byproducts. It is also infamous for being a weak hormone disruptor and acts as an endocrine disruptor.

Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Benzophenone-3, and Octocrylene

These three work as sunscreen agents and UV filters.

Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane

It has the ability to absorb ultraviolet light over a wide range of wavelengths and then convert it to less damaging infrared radiation (heat).

These are the main sunscreen agents used in the formula. All of these are low to moderately hazardous for skin.
Good factor is that it is PABA free. PABA is Para-Aminobenzoic Acid. It is carcinogenic and can lead to deep skin pigmentation.

My Experience with Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry Touch Sunblock SPF 50+

I would rather call this review a joint experience of my mom and me. As I have dry and semsitive skin, I combine it with raw Kokum butter or raw Mango butter. My mom being an oily skin beauty, applies it solely. This is my first sunblock cream. Earlier I have only used sunscreens. Let me divide our experiences into several categories.

Packaging

Neutrogena-Ultra-Sheer-Dry-Sunblock-SPF50+-package

It comes in a simple tube packaging with a sky blue cap. The entire body is made of plastic. This sunblock reminds me of medicinal creams.

Texture and Color

It is completely white and creamy in texture. The consistency is thick. But once applied, skin does not feel heavy or cakey.

Fragrance

Very very chemical and I can not compare it with anything similar.

Coverage

It gives a semi matte finish which is superb for oily skin. Skin looks fresh and smooth. I have found the formula to be water proof which is another beautiful thing. It does not irrirate my skin. And none of us has faced any break out issue :)). It gives an all day long protection.

So, here goes a list of all the good and bad points.

Pros of Neutrogena Sublock Cteam

  • Provides a semi matte look and gives a smooth oil free look.
  • Does not trigger acne or other skin problems to my sensitive skin.
  • Simple yet attractive packaging.
  • All the components are mentioned in order of concentration within the formula.
  • Skin feels protected all day long.
  • Waterproof sunblock formula.

Cons of Neutrogena Sunblock Cream

  • Pricey in comparison to the quantity.
  • Longlist of components. In fact, some components are harmful.
So, this is all for today. Take care, love you all :). And celebrate womanhood with courage.
Thank you for reading. Have you used this product? Please share your experiences here. Love you all.

My Final Take on Neutrigena Sunblock SPF 50+

Okayish!

Overall, I have developed a love-hate relationship with this sunblock. I love the coverage and protection it provides. But, not at the cost of my health. So, inspite of its luxurious effects and the big brand reputation, I would not like to recommend this. Instead I would stick to my low cost Zinc Oxide or Titanium Oxide based sunscreens. 

3.6

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