i've been using this stuff since i got it in the vault a few donkies ago and i have to say, its one of the best sunscreens i've ever used.
i love the pump. i'm sure i'll come to hate it when i get to the end of the bottle but so far, i love it. gives off a very hands free vibe. the lotion is like most sunscreens, thick, white, smells like weird. this sunscreens smells like that but also smells a bit like the yellow vaseline your nana still uses, and to be honest, i dont hate it, i rather quite like it.
the consistency is a bit runny but it rubs in really well and easily. its non greasy, it literally feels like ive applied a body lotion to my skin. on the face it feels the same, just a bit waxier as i dont often apply body lotions to my face, so its a different ballgame up there. the smell is non irritating to my nose and i am pretty sure it's never made me break out.
the best part, the absolute BEST part about this sunscreen? it doesnt sting when it's in your eyes like the others do. i applied it 30 mins before the beach, and the only thing stinging my eyes that day was the stupid waves that kept smacking me in the face. honestly, this sunscreen is the bomb and im glad past me made the decision to get some, and i will thank future me now cos i know she will keep buying it.
In our house we're pale and the NZ sun isn't our friend so we all apply sunscreen every day. I love this product. The pump bottle means the kids can use it easily on their own - albeit sometimes too generously. The key with this sunscreen is that they don't complain that it stings their eyes and while they still protest a little about applying sunscreen, this particular one doesn't seem to be a problem.
From my own experience I also love that the product isn't greasy and leaves my skin feeling lovely and soft.
Sun exposure - I haven't had any of the family burnt while using this, but we use it in conjunction with hats and covering up - and reapplying especially with swimming and playing sports.
It is pricier - but often on special - and if the kids like the product then a couple of extra dollars makes it worth it for me. It actually lasts a really long time - which compared to spray on products makes it really economical and a little gentler on the skin with the hydration benefits.