Face Sunscreen
Face sunscreens compared by their FDA Drug Facts: active filters and percentages, SPF, water resistance, finish and who should pick each.
Every page here lists each product’s brand-stated actives and full ingredient list, and links the dermatology sources behind the advice. Not sure where to start? Match products to your skin.
Head-to-head: bottle vs bottle
La Roche-Posay Anthelios Ultra Light Fluid SPF 60 vs EltaMD UV Clear SPF 46
Anthelios uses four chemical filters (avobenzone, homosalate, octisalate, octocrylene), is water resistant for 80 minutes and costs $35.99. UV Clear pairs zinc oxide 9% with octinoxate 7.5%, adds 5% niacinamide, is aimed at sensitive, rosacea- and acne-prone skin, isn’t water resistant and costs $46 for 1.7 oz.
ComparisonEltaMD UV Clear SPF 46 vs EltaMD UV Daily SPF 40
Both use zinc oxide 9% and octinoxate 7.5%. The difference is the base: UV Clear is oil-free with 5% niacinamide and is aimed at sensitive, rosacea- and acne-prone skin; UV Daily adds petrolatum and hyaluronic acid and is aimed at dehydrated and mature skin.