October 07, 2025

Update: Think Kids Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50

 











Here's an update on Think Kids Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50!

I tried using it daily as my morning sunscreen, but I had to stop using it on my face. Here's why.

The sunscreen was moisturizing, but it made my skin appear too shiny, greasy, and messy. The more I used it, the more my skin hated it. I noticed some clogged pores too, eventually. This sunscreen is too heavy on my skin. It was too heavy on the skin around my eyes as well. I couldn't apply eye makeup without it running or smudging. I would have to go makeup-free with this sunscreen. It's not ideal for someone who wears makeup.

The white cast was annoying. I had to put on more makeup to make it less white. The sunscreen was so oily that it irritated my acne-prone skin. It made my skin feel itchy. I developed a rash on my neck. This sunscreen works better as a body sunscreen. But I don't think it's the best body sunscreen out there. The oils in this product...my skin just doesn't like them. It's just so greasy-feeling. Hopefully, I'm able to use all of this sunscreen up. I've been reaching for my other mineral sunscreens like Blue Lizard and La Roche-Posay instead, since they don't irritate my skin.

October 04, 2025

Review: The Ordinary Multi-Peptide + Copper Peptides 1% Serum & The Ordinary GF 15% Solution




















The Ordinary Multi-Peptide + Copper Peptides 1% Serum:

I purchased The Ordinary Multi-Peptide + Copper Peptides 1% Serum since it was made for advanced signs of aging and dryness. It is a hydrating, peptide-rich anti-aging serum. I noticed some fine lines and wrinkles, so I thought I would give it a try. 

It's been 3 months using it. It's time for me to do a review on this product because I don't think I'm going to achieve any more results from it. So it seems...

The serum is a blue color. It doesn't stain the skin blue. It blends into the skin. It has a copper smell to it. It's not too bad. The smell doesn't linger on throughout the day. It disappears after application. It does feel a bit sticky, which can be bothersome to some people. I didn't have any issues with it.

So far, I have not seen results for fine lines, wrinkles, or texture. It's a hydrating serum. At the beginning, I did notice breakouts when using it. I would get pimples out of nowhere. Seems like the breakouts have settled down. I started to notice that the serum is calming due to the light hydration that it provides. Other than that, not much in terms of anti-aging, which is a disappointment, considering the serum isn't cheap. It was $32 for a 30 mL bottle. I was pretty consistent using it. I just didn't see that much of a change in my skin. I was expecting a lot more.

From my experience, after 3 months, I like the light hydration since my skin can't handle heavy moisturizers. Since my skin hasn't had a negative reaction to it (besides some breakouts that went away), I'm going to keep using it. It fits pretty well into my skin care routine when I'm not using any acids, or when my skin needs something a little more soothing. This serum seems to calm my skin without over-moisturizing it.

The Ordinary GF 15% Solution:

Another product I purchased from The Ordinary is the GF (Growth Factors) 15% Solution.


The key ingredients in this serum are...


- IGF (Insulin-like Growth Factor): Promotes cell growth and tissue repair

- EGF (Epidermal Growth Factor): Encourages the growth of new skin cells

- TGF (Transforming Growth Factor): Regulates cell proliferation and differentiation


The serum is supposed to help with collagen synthesis, tissue remodeling, anti-aging, and healing.


Here's my experience. It's been 3 months using this product.


This serum is very lightweight. It easily absorbs into the skin. It's just like applying water to the skin. It doesn't feel like anything on the skin. But my oily skin seems to like it. It's non-greasy, doesn't leave any shine behind, and doesn't clog my pores. I didn't have any issues using this product.


As for the results, I haven't seen any changes in my skin. It doesn't help with fine lines, wrinkles, or visible skin damage. Well, I haven't noticed much of a change after using half of the bottle. I've been pretty consistent with it, too. It fits into my routine when I'm not using acids. Just like the Multi-Peptide + Copper Peptides 1% Serum, I didn't see any changes in my skin in terms of anti-aging. The serum is $15.50. Would I purchase it again? I've had zero breakouts from this serum. It sinks into the skin and doesn't leave residue behind. I'll use the rest and update.


I'll make an update on both of these products when I finish them.

October 02, 2025

I Tried CeraVe Hydrating Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 (Light) Again.

 





















I tried CeraVe Hydrating Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 again. I'm tired of searching for a sunscreen that works on my skin. I thought maybe this could work. Who knows. I have the product. Let's go for it another time. So here is my review of it this time.

I have the Light tint. It's not orange and blends into my skin just fine. More mineral sunscreens should take note and stop making hideous orange tints. The sunscreen contains ceramides, niacinamide, and hyaluronic acid. It contains 10% zinc oxide and 5.5% titanium dioxide. It is only SPF 30. I usually go for higher SPF sunscreens, but I'm really tired of trying new sunscreens, and they never seem to work out.

The texture and consistency of the sunscreen are soft and creamy. It's really easy to apply to the skin. It blends in. It feels moisturizing. It does accentuate some dry skin here and there. I've been trying to moisturize my skin more often to offset the dryness. It leaves the skin looking shiny, which I don't like. I used powder to mattify the skin. It states on the product that it's suitable for sensitive skin. I didn't think it was soothing on my skin. It contains ceramides to soothe the skin, but my skin might be having issues with niacinamide or capryloyl salicylic acid (a derivative of salicylic acid) in this product. My skin tingles when I'm using this product. It seems to drag my face down due to the dryness. I really don't like how my skin looks with this sunscreen on. 

Did it cause acne? I noticed some clogged pores after using it for 2 days. Yes, it did.

Those are my thoughts on CeraVe Hydrating Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30. Will I repurchase? No. This sunscreen is an odd combination of feeling moisturized, drying the skin out, leaving the skin looking more shiny, and clogging up my skin. I can't get over the tingling feeling either. It's a mess. It doesn't feel comfortable on my skin.

September 27, 2025

Review: IT Cosmetics CC+ Cream Full-Coverage Foundation with SPF 50+












I've always wanted to try this product. It's the IT Cosmetics CC+ Cream Full-Coverage Foundation with SPF 50+. It contains hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, and vitamin E.

I've been using this product since last year. It's been my main face makeup product. It has a sweet citrus smell to it. It doesn't bother me much. The texture of the product is soft, but it is difficult to spread across the face. It doesn't blend in well. I need to blend it with another foundation for a smoother application. I wasn't impressed with the texture and consistency of the product. I just wish it went on my skin smoother, easier, that's all.

The cc cream is pigmented, but it didn't last on my skin. It provided full coverage at first, but it vanished by the end of the day. If you have dry skin, make sure to use a good moisturizer underneath. This cc cream can make the skin appear drier and settle into fine lines and wrinkles. My skin isn't naturally dry, but the cc cream dried it out and made it look worse. Using it with a good moisturizer is essential.

The product contains 9% titanium dioxide and 6.3% zinc oxide. It has an SPF of 50+, but that doesn't matter, since I'm only using a small drop of the product for my face and neck. I'm not using enough product for the labelled SPF on the tube anyway. 

Overall, I wasn't in love with this cc cream. I won't repurchase.

September 21, 2025

Review: Think Kids Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50


















I've been searching for a sunscreen that suits my skin. I do prefer mineral sunscreens over chemical/hybrid sunscreens. I remembered that I still had Think Kids Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50. It hasn't expired yet. I decided to give it a try on my face (again). The last time I used it, it felt sticky on my face, so I used it mainly on my body.

Here are my results this time...

I love that this sunscreen contains 23.4% zinc oxide. It's a true mineral sunscreen. It feels a bit heavy but not too heavy compared to some mineral sunscreens I've used. It's definitely not a lightweight sunscreen. It does leave the skin feeling sticky and shiny after application. And it leaves an extremely white cast on the skin. It takes more effort to apply this sunscreen. If you have a tanned complexion, this sunscreen isn't going to work. You can try it, but the white cast is very strong. I had to use a tinted mineral sunscreen on top to remove the white cast. I was pretty much turned off by the white cast. I was also turned off by the stickiness and shine. I had to use powder to remove the shine.

I have a big bottle of this sunscreen, so I'm going to use it whenever I can. I can't use it outdoors when I have to see people. I can see the sunscreen slipping from my face. Having oily skin doesn't help with that either. The sunscreen just doesn't make my skin look pretty. It makes my skin appear messy. My hair sticks to my face. But I can get away with using it indoors.

As for breakouts, it didn't clog my pores. My skin has improved when using it. It's really gentle and calms my acne (when there's acne). It dries out my pimples while keeping them moisturized. This could be a good sunscreen only if it were less oily, less shiny, and less thick. I don't have hope of finding a pure 100% mineral sunscreen that has all of those qualities. I've used plenty of mineral sunscreens.

Overall, I think Think Kids Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 is okay. Maybe I just like how it helps with my acne and softens my skin. :)

Will I repurchase? No. I need a sunscreen that I can use every day, wherever I am.

September 06, 2025

Review: d'Alba White Truffle Waterfull Essence Sunscreen SPF 50+ PLUS Skin Care Products I Finished












I tried to venture out and find a sunscreen that I could possibly switch over to. The one I'm using makes my skin appear dull, slightly dry, uncomfortable, and with an orange tone. I found d'Alba White Truffle Waterfull Essence Sunscreen SPF 50+. I thought I would give it a try. 


This sunscreen contains many beneficial ingredients for the skin, including white truffles, ceramide np, panthenol, centella, and tea tree.


It's not a full mineral sunscreen but a hybrid sunscreen. It contains 19% zinc oxide as the mineral filter. It also contains Butyloctyl Salicylate, which is a UV booster.


I loved the texture of this sunscreen. It felt extremely lightweight on the skin compared to the sunscreens I've been using. It's non-sticky. It does have a white cast, but it didn't bother me much. I was able to apply some some tinted foundation on top to minimize the white cast. What prevented me from continuing my use of this sunscreen is that it clogged my skin. I think it's the silicones in this product. It provides a smooth, soft finish, but my skin dislikes too much silicones. I stopped using it after I noticed breakouts. This was after trying it twice. But I tried out the sunscreen again after a week. I had the same results --- breakouts. 


This isn't a moisturizing sunscreen. My skin appeared rather dry, so I tried using a heavier moisturizer underneath. It worked at first, but it seemed to dry out the moisturizer too. I really wish this sunscreen worked. Too bad it didn't.


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I have some products that I finished. Here are my reviews of them!


Olay Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Cream Fragrance-Free:


I purchased the Olay Regeneraist Micro-Sculpting Cream thinking that it could replace my current face moisturizer. I wanted a moisturizer that was better for aging skin. 


This moisturizer was supposed to:


- Hydrate

- Tighten and lift the skin

- Restore and improve elasticity

- Improve texture and sagging

- Diminish fine lines and wrinkles


I used it for a week on my face and realized that it dried out my skin and clogged my pores. I ended up with breakouts all over my face. I didn't think it was that moisturizing either. The only thing I noticed about this moisturizer is that it brightened my skin. It contains niacinamide. I wasn't impressed. I used the rest of the cream on my body. I won't purchase again. It didn't work for me.


Blue Lizard Mineral SPF 15 Lip Balm:


This lip balm is a mineral SPF lip balm. It contains 10% zinc oxide. I thought the balm was difficult to apply to the lips. It wasn't moisturizing. I haven't found a mineral SPF lip balm that feels comfortable on my lips. It also left a white cast. I never looked forward to using this product. I'm glad I'm done with it. It wasn't that great. Another product that I would never purchase again.


Now on to the next lip product...


e.l.f Sun Boss Gloss SPF 25:


e.l.f Sun Boss Gloss SPF 25, on the other hand, was a lip product that I liked. I'm not going to focus on the shades. I picked this product primarily for its SPF. This lip gloss contains 10% zinc oxide. It's not super moisturizing, but it's not that drying on my lips. It worked for me. I'm on my second lip gloss of this product.

July 12, 2025

Review: Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant


 









I've been using Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant for the past month. I was looking for a product that would help with congested skin. This was it. I had a bottle of Paula's Choice BHA Liquid and thought I would give it a try again. Here are my thoughts on it.

I started off using the product on a cotton pad. I eventually moved on to just rubbing the product into my skin. I didn't want to waste product on a cotton pad, and I found that rubbing it into my skin worked just as well. This product is supposed to be drying. It contains 2% bha. On my skin, I thought it was moisturizing. Maybe it's because it's summer. The product does have a slight greasy feel to it. But I thought it was moisturizing on my skin. I could skip moisturizer when using this product.

As for the results...

Did it work for acne? The first week of using the product, my skin was breaking out in my congested areas. It did work for some of my acne. It also improved my skin texture. My skin was smoother and clearer. My pores were tighter. They appeared smaller. I enjoyed using this bha liquid. It helped balance my oily skin. My skin liked it. But it didn't get rid of some acne (blackheads, acne deep under the skin). I had to incorporate benzoyl peroxide in my routine to clear that up. So, from my experience with the bha liquid, it's a good product. My skin improved. It looked better. I'll continue to use it because it balances out my skin and helps to maintain smooth skin. I love the way my skin looks in the morning after using it at night.

July 06, 2025

Review: CARENEL Sleeping Lip Care Berry Lip Night Mask

 













I finished CARENEL Sleeping Lip Care Berry Lip Night Mask. It took forever to finish this product. Finally...

So this night lip mask contains rich berry extracts, macadamia seed, and olive oil. 

The texture of the product is thick. It smells of artificial berry. It's pink. I used it every night as much as possible. It feels sticky when applied to the lips. I packed it on. The stickiness turned me off from liking the product, but I kept using it anyway. I already have the product, so I continued to use the product.

My results? It wasn't the most moisturizing night lip mask. It sometimes left my lips feeling a bit dry. It didn't hydrate or moisturize that much. I wasn't amazed by the results. Since it wasn't moisturizing my lips that well, I started using CeraVe Healing Ointment on top of the lip mask. This helped to prevent dry lips much better. And it costs less. I've stuck with the basic CeraVe Healing Ointment since.

July 02, 2025

Review: La Roche-Posay Anthelios Mineral SPF 50 Sunscreen Lotion




















I've used plenty of bottles of La Roche-Posay Anthelios Mineral SPF 50 Sunscreen Lotion over the years. I decided to try it again. Here it is again. It contains 5% titanium dioxide and 15% zinc oxide. It also contains Senna Alata, vitamin E, and lipo-hydroxy acid (LHA).

The texture of the sunscreen is a soft lotion. I didn't have any issues with the texture and consistency. It was easy to use and apply to the skin. It blended in nicely. It does have a white cast. A very, very white cast. It is not tinted. I knew it wasn't, which is okay. If you have sensitive skin, it's non-irritating. No redness or itching. It's also fragrance-free and stays on the skin very well. 

Unfortunately, I wasn't able to continue to use this sunscreen. I'm not sure why I went through several bottles. I was very hopeful that it could work again. This sunscreen is not compatible with my facial skin. It dried my skin out and caused some breakouts. It made my skin appear aged, accentuated fine lines and wrinkles. I've been using the rest of this sunscreen on my body. It works great as a body sunscreen. But will I purchase again? No. There are plenty of more affordable body sunscreens out there.

June 27, 2025

Review: Neutrogena Invisible Daily Defense Mineral Face Liquid SPF 30
























This is my review of the Neutrogena Invisible Daily Defense Mineral Face Liquid SPF 30. 

The Neutrogena Invisible Daily Defense Mineral Face Liquid SPF 30 contains titanium dioxide (4.9%) and zinc oxide (21.6%). It's a liquid sunscreen that feels lightweight on the skin. It feels a bit sticky upon application. I wasn't a fan of the texture or how it felt on my skin. My hair would stick to my face after applying it to my skin. It has a light tint that isn't orange. It blends into the skin, but it can appear streaky if applied improperly. It took me a little more time to make sure the product was applied evenly across my face and neck. 

The sunscreen has a smell to it even though it states that it is fragrance-free. It smells like ginger and feverfew. Yes, it contains those ingredients in the product. I didn't like the smell of it. I prefer skin care products that are truly fragrance-free. If you're allergic or sensitive to any of these ingredients, don't bother with this product. If you dislike fragrance, I wouldn't recommend this sunscreen.

Also, the sunscreen has a silicone texture. That was a problem for my skin. The first few times I used it, I noticed breakouts. I developed a cyst on my chin and a few more pimples. It clogged up my skin. I wasn't impressed by this sunscreen. It's not a sunscreen that I would purchase again. I haven't been impressed by Neutrogena sunscreens for a while now. 

June 19, 2025

Review: La Roche-Posay Anthelios Tinted Face Sunscreen SPF 50

























This is my second bottle of the La Roche-Posay Anthelios Tinted Face Sunscreen SPF 50. I've also tried the La Roche-Posay Anthelios Mineral Zinc Oxide Sunscreen SPF 50. I finished two bottles of that as well. I can do reviews on both.

La Roche-Posay Anthelios Tinted Face Sunscreen SPF 50:

This is a liquid sunscreen. It is titanium dioxide-based (11%). It's lightweight. It has a silicone texture to it. It glides over the skin smoothly. The texture of the sunscreen is very elegant. Yes, it's tinted. I didn't like the tint of this sunscreen due to it being too orange on my skin. When I reapplied the sunscreen, my skin just looked extremely orange. The tint transfers onto clothing easily too. The collar of my shirts would be stained with the tint.

One thing I liked about this sunscreen is that it smooths out the skin and leaves it feeling soft since it has a silicone consistency. It makes the skin appear smoother. But I noticed that it clogged my skin. Maybe my skin just disliked the silicones in this product. I had to stop using it on my face for that reason. Another reason why I stopped using it is because of the tint shade too. It doesn't look good on my complexion. The retail price for this sunscreen is $39.99 for 1.7 fl. oz. It's not affordable either. I really thought it would be a higher-quality sunscreen, but I guess not. It just didn't work for me.

La Roche-Posay Anthelios Mineral Zinc Oxide Sunscreen SPF 50:

The zinc oxide version of this sunscreen isn't pictured because I've already finished them. 

This sunscreen is the non-tinted version. It contains 6% titanium dioxide and 5% zinc oxide. It is a liquid sunscreen. The texture is very similar to the tinted version. It has a silicone texture to it as well. It glides over the skin smoothly. The tinted version feels slightly softer on the skin compared to the non-tinted version. Also, the zinc oxide version is a lot more drying and patchy. It would leave white streaks on my face, which I used makeup to cover up. After a day of using the sunscreen, I noticed that my skin felt drier and clogged. I thought this version was worse. I knew I was not going to repurchase after finishing two bottles. I purchased two bottles the first time I tried it, by the way. I wasn't impressed. This sunscreen was $39.99 for 1.7 fl. oz. It was not worth it.

June 18, 2025

Vitamin C Serums: L'Oreal Paris Revitalift 10% Pure Vitamin C Face Serum & Melano CC Vitamin C Serum




















I have two vitamin C serums that I've been using: L'Oreal Paris Revitalift 10% Pure Vitamin C Face Serum and Melano CC Vitamin C Serum.

I've been using L'Oreal Paris Revitalift 10% Pure Vitamin C Face Serum for over 6 months. I've been using Melano CC Vitamin C Serum for years. I've lost count. All I know is that I'm on my last tube.

L'Oreal Paris Revitalift 10% Pure Vitamin C Face Serum:


L'Oreal 10% Vitamin C Serum contains 10% vitamin C (ascorbic acid), as the packaging states. The serum feels silicone-like. It glides over the skin and blends into the skin well. Just make sure to shake the tube a bit. This will allow the contents of the product to be dispensed uniformly.

My results?

I've been using this vitamin C serum for over 6 months. I have yet to see any results from it. No brightening. No evening of the skin tone. My acne marks are still there. My freckles haven't budged, but I'm not expecting it to, but it could happen. It just didn't happen with this vitamin C serum. The silicones in this product did give me issues sometimes. I would notice some clogged pores here and there. I didn't think much about it because it didn't give me cystic acne. It was just something I noticed. I didn't like the texture of the product. If your skin can handle a silicone-heavy product, it shouldn't be a problem.

Since it didn't work on my face, I'm using it on other parts of my body (hands, feet, elbows). It seems to feel so much better in those areas. But will I repurchase? No. It didn't do anything for my skin. I used the L'Oreal 10% Vitamin C Serum years ago. I just gave it another chance. The results are still the same. That is...no results.

Melano CC Vitamin C Serum:

I have another vitamin C serum: Melano CC Vitamin C Serum. The concentration of vitamin C? No idea. It doesn't say on the packaging or ingredients list. The source of vitamin C is ascorbic acid. It also contains vitamin E and licorice. 

This vitamin C serum is lightweight, but it's a tad oily. It absorbs into the skin, but it doesn't leave a clean feel. I was hoping that it would brighten my skin. It didn't. It didn't even out my complexion either. It didn't help with acne marks or lighten my freckles. What it did was oxidize on my skin. It made my face appear tanner. So I didn't like this vitamin C serum much. It didn't really do anything but make my skin look worse. I developed some pimples using it too. Currently, I'm on my last tube of the Melano CC Vitamin C Serum. I've been using it on other parts of my body to finish it. I won't repurchase after I'm done. I think this vitamin C serum is overhyped. Another vitamin C serum that gave me zero results.

June 17, 2025

Review: Naked Sundays Collagen Glow 100% Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50+










I've been searching for a new sunscreen. I purchased Naked Sundays Collagen Glow 100% Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50+ to try out.

It's a mineral sunscreen. It is broad spectrum, vegan, cruelty-free, fragrance-free, no white cast, phthalates-free, sulphate-free, and paraben-free.

So this sunscreen comes in a 50 ml tube with pretty packaging. The sunscreen is very thick. It has a dense, primer lotion feel to it. I thought it was too thick for my skin. It felt moisturizing on the skin but way too heavy. It does feel like a primer. I love how primers make the skin appear more silky and smooth. This product? I didn't like it one bit. It felt heavy and cakey on my skin. It looked greasy and shiny. I guess that's what they mean by 'collagen glow'. I didn't care for it. It looked awful on my skin. The sunscreen was very sticky. It wouldn't sit on my skin properly. My hair would stick to my face. There wasn't a white cast because it's tinted. The tint was much better compared to other tinted sunscreens I've used. It didn't appear orange on my skin. Even though the sunscreen states that it is fragrance-free, it has a smell to it. The sunscreen smells horrible. I didn't like the smell. My eyes didn't like it. It gave me headaches. I quit using this sunscreen quickly. It's not worth it for the price. It was $24.99 for 1.7 fl. oz. (50 mL). I was hoping that it would work! Nope, on to the next...

June 15, 2025

Review: Bliss Block Star Daily Mineral SPF 30















I've been using Bliss Block Star Daily Mineral SPF 30 on and off. This is what I think about it...


My first impression of this sunscreen is that the texture is very silky and smooth. It glides onto the skin and blends in effortlessly. The texture is amazing. It's also tinted, but I thought the tint was too dark or even orange on my skin. I continued to use it anyway with makeup on top to get rid of the darker, orange tint. I haven't had success with tinted sunscreens. All of them I've used so far have been orange, except for the CeraVe Hydrating Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30. CeraVe has three shades to choose from (light, medium, deep). Bliss? It's only available in one tint.


This sunscreen contains 4.1% titanium dioxide and 11.5% zinc oxide. The texture of this sunscreen is extremely dreamy. I've had no issues with the texture, and the sunscreen is very easy to use. It makes my skin appear silkier and acts great as a base for makeup. It leaves a matte finish.


The downside to this sunscreen would be the tint shade and the scent. The tint oxidizes into a richer shade. My face looked extremely tanned after a day's use. I didn't reapply the sunscreen either. If you're sensitive to fragrance, it has a lavender smell to it. The first time I used this sunscreen, my skin was irritated by the essential oils (lavender oil and chamomile flower oil). I thought my skin could get used to it. No, these essential oils irritated my skin. That's worth mentioning. I wish it was free of essential oils and fragrance-free, but it's not. 


Overall, I like the silky texture and the matte finish. It smoothes out my skin. My makeup stays in place nicely with this sunscreen. But I won't repurchase due to the tint shade, essential oils, and fragrance. The essential oils were the major offender to me. I don't even have sensitive skin, and they made my skin feel so dry that it was uncomfortable. I can't imagine making this sunscreen my daily SPF.

June 14, 2025

Review: PanOxyl Oil Control Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 30


Here's another sunscreen review. I've been trying out a bunch. Today I will review: PanOxyl Oil Control Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 30. 


This sunscreen is advertised for oily, acne-prone skin. It's also a moisturizer and sunscreen in one. I'm okay with moisturizers with sunscreen. With my skin type, I'll take what works because many sunscreen products are just not compatible with my skin type. I have yet to find one that I love.


The key ingredients in this sunscreen are hyaluronic acid, caffeine, vitamin E, and zinc oxide (17%).


My experience:


I haven't finished this product yet. I've been using it on and off, especially when my skin is oily or to tone down shiny, greasy skin.


Well...this means that the sunscreen did not work for me, unfortunately. I was hoping that it would be the one. It wasn't. The texture of the sunscreen is a thick cream. It doesn't smooth over the skin easily. It also doesn't blend into the skin well. On some parts of my face, it would roll off. It doesn't behave well with many products I use. I couldn't apply makeup over this sunscreen. It has a white cast too. I wouldn't have a problem with the white cast if it smoothed over and blended into my skin well. I can always apply a makeup tint over it to rid of the white cast. So I thought the quality of this product was pretty bad. It's a PanOxyl product. I was hoping for a high-quality product. I experienced a burning sensation when applying it to my skin. That burning sensation goes away after a few minutes. But, that's not good that it burns my skin. 


What's good about it? It didn't cause acne and helped with absorbing oils on my skin, which is amazing, but that's about it. I really wanted to like this one because it didn't leave my skin shiny. I liked the mattifying finish since I have oily skin that gets oily throughout the day. Otherwise, there's not much going for it. I won't purchase it again. Possibly one of the worst sunscreen products I've used.

Update: Think Kids Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50

  Here's an update on Think Kids Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50! I tried using it daily as my morning sunscreen, but I had to stop using it on...