La Roche-Posay® Anthelios XL Ultra Light SPF50+ Reviews

I can't usually use sunscreen on my face as my skin just reacts. I use this alongside another similar product. It's very watery, alot goes a long way. Reason I gave it 4 stars is its expensive for what it is. I apply to my face, neck & declotage. It doesn't react to my very sensitive skin. I originally bought the tinted one, hated it, until someone suggested adding a bit of moisturiser for easier application and it worked, so occasionally use that too. This sunscreen sits well under makeup, doesn't rub off which is great and doesn't give you a white cast look it blends well. No offensive smell. I just hope it's protecting my skin as some sunscreens have been reported to under perform.

Luckily we have had a good run of weather including over the weekend to give this sunscreen a try. It did protect me from burning, however it is still spring so hard to know fully how well it protects against harsh NZ summer sun.

It comes in a small, very clinical looking, container. At first I was surprised how small it is as I am used to huge bottles. But I now see the benefit of being able to have it in my purse at all times.

The consistency is very thin and easy to apply so doesn't require a lot (so should last a while). It doesn't have that thick sticky feel of normal sunscreens, which is good especially for the face to prevent breakouts. It is fragrance free and doesn't smell like normal sunscreen but it is not scent free. It has a clinical medically type smell.

Because it is so thin it comes out very quickly and comes out of the bottle as soon as top is off (though this may stop once it is not so full). So be careful not to waste too much.

Downsides is that it isn't waterproof or sweatproof so probably better used when just hanging outside rather than at the beach or while exercising.

I have been using this La Roche-Posay sunscreen for just over a week now. I have found it to be super easy to apply due the consistency being quite runny (it's not like normal sunscreens which are quite gluggy. A little goes a long way for sure. I have been applying it under my BB cream everyday, it absorbs really fast so you can put the BB cream straight on top. It doesn't smell just like the packaging suggests. And it also doesn't have that greasy feeling like some sunscreens have, very light weight. It has interesting packaging, at first it looks like a prescription from the chemist so maybe they could make it look more inviting. I am definitely keen to keep using the product.

I always wear sunscreen. I hate the sun and it’s such an ingrained part of my makeup routine that I’ve occasionally found myself putting it on under my night out makeup just out of habit! I’m very pale and also take medication that makes me even more prone to burning. As a heliophobe who always wears a lot of makeup, I’m pretty fussy about what sunscreen I put on my face.

The consistency of the product is thinner than what I’m used to so I was a little suspicious at first of how effective it would be. It took a bit of getting used to in terms of not dripping it everywhere at first, but I’ve got the knack with it now. The upside to this thin texture is that it sits on the face really nicely, doesn’t feel greasy and doesn’t affect my foundation at all once I’ve applied it over the top.

There is no fragrance to speak of, so that’s a bonus if you’re not a fan of that traditional sunscreen scent.

I really liked the packaging on this one. It’s a handy handbag size for reapplication and the screw on cap feels secure. There’s nothing like the sunscreen leak apocalypse in your bag! I like the idea of a smaller bottle too as I’m always paranoid about keeping the same bottle for too long in case it goes off.

As a rule I try and avoid the sun as much as I can in the first place and sunscreen is just a back up for all those times you get caught moving between shaded areas. With that in mind, I haven’t exactly put this on and gone out to lie in the sun to test its effectiveness. I have been wearing it around my normal day to day activities though. My makeup has still stayed on and I haven’t had any burns or reactions. It survived an afternoon walk with the dog that definitely would have left me red without it.

I really liked this one. I’ve been repurchasing the same sunscreen for years but I could be tempted to make the switch next time I need to repurchase. Cost wise it’s a little more than my usual one but I would be willing to buy it again. Admittedly skincare is something I’m happy to spend a bit more on if I like something.

I found this sunscreen really great, I have sensitive skin on my face and had no issues when using it. It's smell is pleasant for a sunscreen and I found it actually felt good on my face and not super greasy like normal sunscreen can. It's a little bit on the pricey side so i wouldn't reccomend it as your only sunscreen if you have a family. But for 1 person it's a great little bottle of sunscreen to pop in your handbag or beach bag. I would use it again as I found it great on my skin.

When this arrived i was i little taken back in the....... im unsure why as i knew only 50ml bottle! How ever whats in this bottle was a very pleasant surprise! Its a very thin, light, almost a water texture. the applicator is a small nozzle to the left side (which i thought was strange at first) was so effective as it comes out quite fast with is its thin texture. its says fragrance free and that is true i really is. it thin constancy means a little goes along way. I really liked this as a facial sun screen so i would only use a little bit each day which makes it a great price point! also great on my little's skin so only using small amounts. the packing looks quite clinical but i like that made be be leave it does what it says! i used this on my face everyday and normally in summer sun screen everyday would leave my skin in bubble eczema and blocked pores! I also get quite a lot of pigmentation form the sun so sun screen is a must, this was so so nice it didn't unset my skin at all it was light and soaked in so fast and carry on with my routine.

i would highly recommend for anyone who has sensitive skin easy to apply a great hand bag size so can take it anywhere!

The product comes in a medium size narrow bottle about the size of a deck of cards. It has a screw off lid and a nozzle type opening. The scent is unusual but not unpleasant. It doesn't smell like sunblock and one applied you can't smell it at all. The cream is neither thick or thin in consistency. I wasn't too sure how much was to be applied but I didn't really need too much to cover my arms and shoulders. It soaks right in so not visible once applied which can be hard to judge where you have applied cream or not. Using this product I didn't burn but I will give it another go later in summer when I can give it an even better testing at the beach.

The La Roche-Posay SPF is a lightweight, non-greasy sunscreen that is good for sensitive skin. Good sunscreen but a bit pricey.

I was really pleased to see when I got this sunscreen to trial that it was suitable for sensitive skin. Oh and French made sounded appealing. I have been using everyday on my face and neck area. Often under my makeup but I have also worn it on it's own. It didn't seem to affect my makeup and how it stayed on throughout the day which was a plus! When used on it's own it did leave my face looking a little bit greasy (although supposedly it doesn't) but that eventually went away after half an hour. It comes in a little bottle and is definately a runny liquidy type fluid. The first time I used it I somehow managed to get it everywhere so pays to use with caution. I didn't have any sensitivity which is another plus and it smells alright. It is also paraben free. That being said I probably wouldn't purchase this product in future simply because I'm not a huge fan of the packaging and how the product comes out/the bottle design. A good facial sunscreen overall, just wish it came in different packaging.