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

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!

I was lucky to be chosen part of this trial team as growing up in New Zealand, slip, slip and slap was ingrained into my daily life, especially due to the hole in the ozone layer. I have naturally tanned skin and I often get burnt by the sun during summer even with sunscreen on, so I was pretty curious to see how well the La Roche-Posay facial sunscreen will work for my skin. The sunscreen is packaged in a box with one of the cutest bottles I’ve ever seen. It’s shaped in a mini sunblock bottle in 50ml size, which is perfect to keep and carry around in the handbag. It’s supposed to be fragrance free, but it smells like just any other sunblock. This sunscreen was particularly created for the face and is perfect for sensitive skin.

I followed the instructions on the packaging, by first shaking the bottle well before applying it on clean skin at least 15-20 minutes before exposure. The bottle opening has a nozzle where the sunscreen easily came out. I found the sunscreen to be quite runny, which is very different to other sunscreens. The formula is white in colour and the texture is light and non-greasy. I dotted my face with the sunscreen, so there was an even coverage as I rubbed it in and then applied it to my neck, chest and ears, as they were exposed as well. I have oily skin and I was amazed at how non-greasy it was as my skin felt smooth and supple without any shine. I went about to do my usual facial routine with applying moisturiser and makeup afterwards. My makeup lasted the whole day without it fading or running down my face in the heat and I also didn’t get a burning sensation in my eyes which I get when the sunscreen runs down my eyes due to the sweat in the heat. I also didn’t feel the burn on my skin and it didn’t turn red at all while I was making the most of being outdoors in the beautiful sunny weather for a good few hours.

Overall, I think this is a great sunscreen and I would repurchase it at some point. My only concern is how much will it cost me if I had to repurchase this as the bottle is so opaque, I can’t see how much if it I have used and to me it feels as if I’ve already used half of it. So, in that sense if I had to purchase it every 2 – 3 weeks for $32 I don’t know if I’m personally willing to spend all that money as I’d prefer to get one that lasts me a few months.

I was fairly shocked when I opened this to see how small it is - it's definitely a very small quantity for the price. I'm not a huge fan of the asymmetrical packaging from a purely aesthetic standpoint, but it seems to be good quality and sturdy.

The sunscreen itself is a surprisingly thin liquid, although it doesn't spread quite as far as I was expecting considering the consistency.

The texture is incredible, though. It's a beautiful velvety finish - no oiliness or greasiness to be found. Makeup sat perfectly on top of it, or if I didn't use makeup my skin felt natural and fresh. I'm extremely impressed by how well it sits on skin and how good it feels.

The complete lack of scent is wonderful - I hate using scented products on my face so sunscreen has always been a necessary evil, whereas this was genuinely nice to use.

I can't speak to how well it works as I didn't get much sun exposure during the trial period, but it gets top marks for being the most wearable sunscreen I've ever used.

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.

At first I was a little shocked it was such a little nozzle on the bottle. But once I used it, you definitely only need a small nozzle as the product is quite thin, which some of us are definitely not used to when it comes to sunscreen.

I found the product easy to apply, its thin which makes it easier to apply to your face and to me felt like i was just applying moisturiser. it didn't feel heavy on my skin and for once i didn't come up with spots or anything either. It's not greasy like most sunscreens which I quite liked.

I wore it several times in one week to see if there was a difference and not once did it cause a reaction, and i didnt get sunburnt which lately has been a concern with the spring sun (when its out).

It doesn't really have a fragrance either which i quite liked as i find normal sunscreens etc have a bit of a funky smell to them.... but this has been fantastic.

The bottle is a unique shape and size which means its easier to find in the mornings when getting ready too! I love the fact the bottle is small as it means it will be easy to travel etc with too, as you can just pop it in your handbag etc.

Only issue I have with the bottle is you cant really see how much is left in the bottle.

The La Roche-Posay sunscreen is a nice light lotion for skin. It doesn't leave white marks and offers a 50+ sun protection rating, which I need in summer. It's not greasy and I can layer it under my makeup. It's suitable for my sensitive skin, which is great! I'm not fond of the bottle it is in. I find that it is deceptively small. Also, I read the ingredients and from what research I've done on sunscreen, I'm not a big fan of the ingredients they use for sun protection. This is purely a personal preference thing however. I do like it, and it does what it says it does.

I was excited to be selected for the La-Roche Posay trial team but unfortunately due to a delivery mishap I didn't receive my product in time to review it properly. The Anthelios XL Ultra Light sounded right up my alley though so I decided to go pick it up myself and I'm so glad I did.

I purchased the Ultra Light from Life Pharmacy who stocks a large range of La Roche-Posay products. I was initially surprised by the size of the sunscreen as for the price point and the 'XL' in the product name I admit I was expecting something a little bigger (even though the product size is clearly labelled as 50ml, something I managed not to notice!). After using it even the first time I realised the benefits to a smaller product sizing. Firstly, your beauty products do have an expiration date, so less chance of expiring sunscreen! Secondly, the compact size is really convenient. My regular sunscreen is a large tube which fits well in a beach tote but takes up a fair amount of space in a standard handbag, whereas the 50ml Ultra Light is palm-size and slips in easily.

It's no surprise the formula of the sunscreen itself really does have a thin conscistency that absorbs easily and feels "ultra light" on the skin. A little goes a long way, and after application my skin felt and looked hydrated but not greasy. I've had acne-prone skin for years which is now combination, so I like a good moisture hit but I hate the feel of traditional sunscreens that clog the pores and feel heavy on my skin. Instead the Ultra Light feels like a nice moisturising product. I love that it is also fragrance-free as I feel adding fragrances to skincare products like sunscreen is really unnecessary.

The fact that Ultra Light is also broad spectrum SPF 50 has me sold on this and I can see this becoming a firm staple for me over summer.

My skin is super sensitive and prone to breakouts and irritation. Because of this I am super weary about putting anything on my face and don't like to face the consequences. I have even been known to skip the sunscreen because id rather deal with a bit of sunburn than more dermatitis on my face.

I was very excited and a little scared to give this a try but I have been pleasantly surprised. It is very thin, which means that it rubs in really nicely and a little goes a long way. It is similar to a body shop facial sunscreen/moisturiser that I have used before in consistency. This also meant that it was very easy to get out of the bottle which is a bit of a top tip, to be careful of excess lotion.

I didn't get sunburnt at all while using this, so it did work really well. I am pretty pale and burn easily so it gets a big tick. I am acually on holiday in Costa Rica where it is so hot and it has even passed the swim and sweat test!

Also thankfully I didn't break out either, which is a bit of a miracle. I think mybe because it is so light it didn't block my pores and I has no adverse reaction due to the lack of sls's and parabens.

The bottle is small and cute and compact. The colours look fresh and not overbearing. It looks different to other sunscreens but that is not a bad thing. Doesn't have distinct smell being fragrance free so not overpowering.

Because you have to use so little of this to get good coverage, the price isn't an issue for me. I feel it will last the same time as other similar products. The fact that it didn't adversely affect my face at all is a game changer and I will be repurchasing when I run out.

I wasn't too sure what to expect from this sunscreen, but it blew my expectations out of the water. The liquid consistency made it so easy to apply evenly, and I wasn't left feeling as though I had a heavy white mask on my face. My makeup went on easily, and I didn't feel shiny or as though I was a white face. I have very sensitive skin, and my skin didn't react at all to the product, which is unusual! I would definitely recommend this product.