Eucerin sensitive protect spf 50 review

Eucerin Sun Spray Transparent Dry Touch Sensitive Protect SPF 50 is clinically and dermatologically proven to be suitable for sensitive skin including acne-prone skin. Apply generously before sun exposure and reapply frequently− especially after swimming, perspiring or toweling − to maintain the original protection.

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Product Info
Ingredients
Is Eucerin SPF good for sensitive skin?
Is Eucerin a physical or chemical sunscreen?
Does Eucerin leave a white cast?
Does Eucerin work as sunscreen?

Based on the ingredients included, we believe that "Eucerin - Sun Sensitive Protect Face Cream SPF 50+" can offer reliable sun protection. We love that it can protect from both UVA and UVB rays (not all sunscreens with SPF ratings give UVA protection. UVA rays do not cause sunburn, but still damage our skin and lead to early aging).

Because it includes good moisturizing ingredients, it can also work as a hydrating day cream. Like all broad-spectrum sunscreens, this product has an anti-aging benefit.

Sunscreen filters

This sunscreen uses so-called "chemical", or organic UV filters (organic simply means that their molecules contain atoms of carbon). These filters typically give good sun protection and rarely leave a white cast, but they can be irritating for sensitive skin. Here are the exact UV filters in this sunscreen: tinosorb s 1.80% - 2.60%, avobenzone 2.20% - 3.30%, octisalate 1.90% - 2.80%, homosalate 5.20% - 7.70% and octocrylene 3.80% - 5.70%.

Irritation risk

This sunscreen contains some common irritants, including those without a benefit for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this sunscreen to be low. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants:

You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.

What our users say

Based on 1 review 100% recommend this product

As for the white cast, it did not leave a noticeable white residue for the reviewer.
When it comes to using this sunscreen under makeup, the user found that it pills under a foundation.
As for using this sunscreen in the eye area, the reviewer reported that it does not sting eyes.

Our users describe the finish of this sunscreen as shiny.

Price

The product retails for 22.00$ in the United States and from 12.00£ up to 19.20£ in the United Kingdom.

Products

Sun Protection

Very high sun protection for face

Advanced Spectral Technology: UVA/UVB protection and HEVIS light defense

For sensitive and dry skin, suitable for atopic skin

A superior facial sunscreen to protect and soothe sensitive and dry skin

Eucerin’s Advanced Spectral Technology offers very high factor UVA/UVB protection and HEVIS light defense. The sunscreen also supports skin’s own DNA repair mechanism

Product Info

A facial sunscreen to protect and soothe sensitive and dry skin

UV light is the main cause of sun-induced skin damage, but high-energy visible (HEVIS) light can also induce free radicals that cause further stress to skin. Eucerin® Sun Face Sensitive Protect Cream SPF 50+ is an everyday facial sunscreen that protects and soothes sensitive and dry skin.

The Advanced Spectral Technology combines broadband and photostable UVA and UVB filters1 for very high UV protection with Licochalcone A to neutralize free radicals caused by UV and HEVIS light.

The sunscreen for sensitive facial skin also includes Glycyrrhetinic Acid which supports skin’s own DNA repair mechanism. Unperfumed − and with a light, creamy texture −EUCERIN Sun Face Sensitive Protect Cream SPF 50+ is clinically and dermatologically proven to be suitable for sensitive, even atopic skin.

(1) Meeting the high standards for UVA and UVB protection defined by Cosmetics Europe. The levels of UVA protection are higher than the EU recommendation.

Clinical and dermatological studies

Clinical and dermatological studies prove very good skin tolerability on sensitive and atopic skin.

How to use

Sunscreen as part of your daily routine

Apply in the morning after, or instead of, your regular day care product
Can be used in combination with other Eucerin Face Care products such as those in the Eucerin Hyal-Urea and Eucerin Q10 ACTIVE ranges
Your skin is instantly protected from the sun – no waiting time required
Follow with make-up if appropriate

Attention

Sun protection isn’t just for sun bathers. Light to moderate everyday exposure affects skin too. That’s why it’s important to include sun protection in your daily skincare routine. Find out more in The importance of sun protection in your daily routine.

Three steps to optimal sun protection

1. Select the right product

Choose a product that offers the right level of protection for your skin. It should protect against UVA and UVB rays and offer HEVIS light defense. It should also be tailored to your skin type and condition.

2. Use the right amount

It’s important to use sufficient product and to reapply it at regular intervals.

You can use your palm to measure how much product to use. We recommend that, to cover your face, neck and décolleté, you use a thick line of sunscreen that stretches from the tip of your middle finger down to your wrist.

3. Apply thoroughly

Some parts are easy to miss. Don’t forget your ears, the back of your neck and, if you’re bald or have thinning hair, your scalp.

Important usage instructions

Apply generously on face before sun exposure and reapply frequently, especially after swimming perspiring or toweling to maintain the original protection.
Reducing the quantity will lower the level of protection significantly.
Do not stay too long in the sun, even while using a sunscreen product.
Over- exposure to the sun is a serious health threat.
Keep babies and young children out of direct sunlight.
Avoid contact with eyes.
Allow to absorb completely and avoid direct contact with textiles and hard surfaces to prevent staining.

Do's and Dont's

Use this product if ...

You have sensitive skin that is dry and are looking for a very high protection sunscreen for your face:

Eucerin Sun Face Sensitive Protect Cream SPF 50+ is a very high protection sunscreen specially formulated for sensitive skin that’s normal to dry.

You’re looking for a sun protection product that protects your face from UVA and UVB rays as well as from the negative effects of HEVIS light:

Eucerin’s Advanced Spectral Technology offers superior UVA/UVB protection and HEVIS light defense.

You have recently had a chemical peeling:

As Eucerin Sun Face Sensitive Protect Cream SPF 50+ is a very high protection sunscreen, it is suitable for protecting facial skin that has recently undergone a chemical peel.

You have recently had laser treatment on your face:

As Eucerin Sun Face Sensitive Protect Cream SPF 50+ is a very high protection sunscreen it is suitable for protecting facial skin that has recently undergone laser treatment.

Try a different product if …

Your facial skin is sensitive and oily:

Try Eucerin Sun Fluid Sensitive Protect SPF 50+.

You have oily to acne-prone skin and are looking for a high protection sunscreen for your face:

Try Eucerin Sun Body Oil Control Gel-Creme SPF 50+.

You’re looking for a very high factor sun protection product with anti-aging benefits:

Try Eucerin Sun Face Photoaging Control Fluid SPF 50+.

You’re looking for a high factor sun protection product for your body:

Try Eucerin Sun Body Oil Control Aerosol Spray SPF 50, Eucerin Sun Spray Sensitive Protect SPF 50+ or Eucerin Sun Spray Transparent Sensitive Protect SPF 50.

You’re looking for a sunscreen specifically for children:

Try Eucerin Kids Sun Lotion Sensitive Protect SPF 50+ (suitable for babies and children over three months) or Eucerin Sun Kids Sensitive Protect SpraySPF 50+ (suitable for children over three years). If you prefer a sun protection product that is free from chemical filters try Eucerin Kids Mineral Sun Lotion SPF 30 which is suitable for use on babies and children three months and older.

Ingredients

How it works

It’s not just UV rays that can damage skin. High-energy visible (HEVIS) light generates free radicals that cause photoaging (premature skin aging caused by the sun), and even high UV protection is not enough to prevent it. Eucerin’s Sensitive Protect sunscreen formulas offer Advanced Spectral Technology that goes beyond UV to protect sensitive skin from the negative effects of HEVIS light too while supporting skin’s own DNA repair mechanism.

Advanced Spectral Technology

Superior broadband and photostable UVA/UVB filters1 are combined with Licochalcone A to neutralize free radicals caused by UVA and HEVIS light.

DNA protection

Powerful antioxidant Glycyrrhetinic Acid supports skin’s own DNA repair mechanism.

The products soothe sensitive skin and protect it from sun-induced skin damage.

1 Meeting the high standards for UVA and UVB protection defined by Cosmetics Europe. The levels of UVA protection are higher than the EU requirement.

All Ingredients

Aqua, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Alcohol Denat., Glycerin, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Butylene Glycol DicaprylateDicaprate, Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid, Dibutyl Adipate, Distarch Phosphate, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Tapioca Starch, Polyglyceryl-6 Stearate, Behenyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glycyrrhetinic Acid, Glycyrrhiza Inflata Root Extract, Copernicia Cerifera Cera, Polyglyceryl-6 Behenate, Carrageenan, Xanthan Gum, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Silica, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Sodium Hydroxide, Hydroxyacetophenone, Ethylhexylglycerin, Benzyl Alcohol

The ingredients in our brand products are updated regularly. For this reason, occasionally there may be discrepancies between the ingredients on our website and on our product packaging. We therefore recommend that you always pay attention to the information on our product packaging and check the ingredients listed there.

FAQ(5)

Sunscreens are available in four different levels of protection: low (factor 6 to 10), medium (15 to 25), high (30 to 50) and very high (50+). The higher the protection factor the better your skin is protected, but it’s important to apply the product thoroughly (be careful not to miss any bits) and to reapply it generously every two hours.
Sensitive skin has a weakened protective barrier. It is less able to bind in the moisture that it needs and is more vulnerable to external irritants. One of those external irritants is the sun’s rays which causes skin to dry out further and become red and irritable. Sensitive facial skin is particularly vulnerable to sun damage because it is thinner than skin elsewhere on the body and is also more frequently exposed because it is not covered with clothing. Sensitive facial skin benefits from sun protection that has been specially formulated to soothe as well as protect. You can find out more about how to care for sensitive skin in our article on how to recognize and protect sensitive facial skin.
UVA rays penetrate the deeper layers of skin. They stimulate the production of free radicals in the skin which cause oxidative stress and can lead to indirect DNA damage (where the free radicals modify cellular DNA over time). UVA rays are most commonly associated with photoaging (premature skin aging caused by the sun). They can also trigger sun allergies such as Polymorphous Light Eruption (PLE). UVB rays can also provoke allergies, but to a lesser degree. UVB rays provide the energy your skin needs to make Vitamin D and stimulate the production of melanin which is responsible for tanning. They don’t travel as deeply as UVA rays, penetrating only the outermost layers of skin, but they cause more immediate damage such as sunburn. UVB rays are directly absorbed by cellular DNA which can lead to skin diseases such as actinic keratosis and skin cancer. Both types of UV can induce hyperpigmentation and may contribute to conditions such as sun spots (also known as age spots) and melasma.

The sunlight spectrum consists of UV, visible and infrared light. Visible sunlight can be detected by the human eye, while the others remain invisible. Part of this visible spectrum has a high energy level and is known as high-energy visible light. It is also referred to as HEVIS light, HEV Light, HEVL and sometimes ‘blue light’ or ‘blue violet light’.

Like UVA rays, HEVIS light penetrates the deeper layers of skin (the dermis) and can generate free radicals. These free radicals are one of the main causes of photoaging (premature skin aging caused by the sun). They interfere with skin cells and break down the collagen and elastin that gives our skin its plump, youthful appearance. HEVIS light has also been linked to uneven skin pigmentation and melasma.

Many modern sunscreens offer effective protection against UVA and UVB rays, but we recommend that you look out for products that also defend against the negative effects of HEVIS light. These products will give your skin reliable protection from photoaging and, in the long run, can also help to combat visible signs of skin aging such as wrinkles.

Is Eucerin SPF good for sensitive skin?

Eucerin Sun products are available in a range of medium, high and very high SPFs. All are clinically and dermatologically proven to be both highly effective and well tolerated by sensitive skin.

Is Eucerin a physical or chemical sunscreen?

The brand uses four chemical sunscreen ingredients in this product, including avobenzone, homosalate, octisalate, and octocrylene.

Does Eucerin leave a white cast?

Light and easy/effective. Love this sunscreen. Blends in well without leaving white residue.

Does Eucerin work as sunscreen?

Most of the products in Eucerin's superior sun protection range include Eucerin's innovative Advanced Spectral Technology which combines broadband and photostable UVA/UVB filters1 for reliable UV protection with antioxidant Licochalcone A, a powerful anti-oxidant that works to neutralize free radicals caused by UV and ...