Extra Care Non-Greasy Sunscreen SPF 50

Paula's Choice

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3.8

27 reviews
67%
would repurchase
3.8/5
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Active Ingredients: Homosalate 10%, Oxybenzone 6%, Octisalate 5%, Avobenzone 3%, Octocrylene 2% (all FDA-approved sunscreen ingredients). Other Ingredients: Water, Butylene Glycol (slip agent), PEG-8, Polyethylene (thickeners), Dimethicone (silicone slip agent), Silica (dry finish slip agent), Picea Excelsa (Spruce) Wood Extract (anti-inflammatory agent), Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Retinyl Palmitate (vitamin-based antioxidants),Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate (vitamin E/antioxidants), Titanium Dioxide (thickener/opacifying agent), Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice (water-binding agent), Bentonite (absorbent), Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate (emulsifier), Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Sodium Polyacrylate (film-forming/waterproofing agents), Lauryl Glucoside (wetting agent), Kaolin (thickener/absorbent), Ethylhexylglycerin (water-binding agent), Disodium EDTA (chelating agent), Sodium Hydroxide (pH adjuster), Chlorphenesin, Phenoxyethanol (preservatives).

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    4.0
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    Juno77

    4 years ago

    This is a good sunscreen, and if you give it some time it indeed sets and its not greasy feeling/looking. Problem is it makes my acne situation worse. It clogs my pores all over my face very...

    About reviewer (536 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinAcne-prone, Medium Brown, Warm

    HairBlack, Wavy, Medium

    EyesBrown

    4.0
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    Cins8

    7 years ago

    I use this constantly during the summer and go through several tubes. I like that it is one of the few sunscreens that has antioxidants in a stable packaging. It goes on and blends nicely without...

    About reviewer (5 reviews)

    Age56 & Over

    SkinDry, Fair

    HairBlond

    EyesGreen

    5.0
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    Koko06

    8 years ago

    This is my favorite body sunscreen. I tried a bunch at the drugstore but most of them are greasy, sticky, have fragrance/alcohol or just felt uncomfortable on my skin. This sunscreen feels...

    About reviewer (74 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinAcne-prone, Olive, Cool

    HairBlack, Straight, Fine

    EyesBlack

    1.0
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    Vargaeszterhu

    9 years ago

    I really got into all the pc products a while back and i started using many at once. My skin cleared up from blemishes, and just looked a lot better, but while this was happening i noticed a...

    About reviewer (6 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinCombination, Medium

    HairBrunette

    EyesGreen

    5.0
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    Eire1

    10 years ago

    I HAD THE SAMPLE This is an ordinary broad spectrum sunscreen. It will last a long time(depending on how long it takes for you to burn; very fair skin will burn quicker.) It does contain...

    About reviewer (272 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinNormal, Fair, Cool

    HairBrunette, Straight, Fine

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    yazmin77

    10 years ago

    I love this sunscreen so much' It's the only thing that does not not cause breakouts or aggravate existing blemishes! It sets off to a soft matte finish but it's not at all drying, very pleasant...

    About reviewer (133 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium

    HairBrown

    EyesBrown

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    MagnoliaState

    11 years ago

    I think the SPF product has changed several times. I think its now SPF50. Ugh! I'm a loyal PC fan but this s/s is NOT it! Whomever named this product "non greasy" needs to be fired. It is SO...

    About reviewer (112 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinDry, Fair-Medium, Neutral

    HairBrunette, Straight, Fine

    EyesBrown

    1.0
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    rachaelvictorious

    13 years ago

    This sunscreen sucks. It always feels greasy on my skin (like every other Paula's Choice sunscreen I've used) and makes me break out. UNT sunscreen (I use the Perfect tint) is a superior...

    About reviewer (26 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinAcne-prone, Fair, Cool

    HairBlack, Wavy, Fine

    EyesHazel

    1.0
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    lemonz4us

    13 years ago

    I bought this on sale for like 6 bucks a bottle. I'm looking for a holy Grail body sunscreen or lotion with spf I can wear easily all year round. I don't think this qualifies . It has stabilized (...

    About reviewer (159 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinSensitive, Olive, Warm

    HairBrown, Wavy, Fine

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    missixty5

    13 years ago

    I had bought a few samples of this sunscreen and then jumped on it when it was on sale for 40% off. It has been a very good buy! I'm pregnant right now so a good strong sunscreen was definitely...

    About reviewer (19 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium

    HairBlack

    EyesBrown

    3.0
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    cassiopeya

    13 years ago

    This is the only sunscreen that BURNS and stings like hell on my face after putting it on for maybe 15 minutes! I hate it.. I do not have sensitive skin and with any other sunscreen I do not have...

    About reviewer (12 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinCombination, Fair, Not Sure

    HairBrunette, Other, Other

    EyesHazel

    5.0
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    apabbott

    14 years ago

    This is one of my top five products. I am light complected, am battling acne, hyperpigmentation, large pores and combo skin. I have never been able to wear ANY ss for very long due to itching,...

    About reviewer (91 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinDry, Fair, Neutral

    HairRed, Straight, Fine

    EyesBlue

    5.0
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    dragonflygirl7

    14 years ago

    I purchased this product to use for days when my family and I are outdoors in the spring and summer. I have been extremely happy with this sunscreen because it is lightweight, stable and absorbs...

    About reviewer (84 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinCombination, Medium, Warm

    HairBrunette, Wavy, Medium

    EyesHazel

    4.0
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    caradiangela

    14 years ago

    Overall, this product is really effective and I love the consistency of it. It's quite milky and sinks in immediately. Imo, it does leave a slightly white cast 'tough. Another con is that for me...

    About reviewer (92 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Neutral

    HairBrown, Wavy, Fine

    EyesBrown

    3.0
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    blushers

    14 years ago

    I am a fan of Paula's choice products and believe that she really does or tries to put out quality products. The good thing about this sunscreen is that it does not leave a whitish cast on my face,...

    About reviewer (8 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinOily, Medium, Warm

    HairOther, Other, Other

    EyesOther

    5.0
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    karamino

    15 years ago

    HG HG HG HG!!! Finally my looong search for a proper sunscreen has ended, I´ve tried almost the whole bunch of Bioderma, Vichy, Spirig and others and never 100% satisfied either they felt too heavy...

    About reviewer (64 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Warm

    HairBrown, Curly, Medium

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    jessgia

    15 years ago

    I have been using her products exclusively for the past year and a half. My skin is combination in the summer and very dry in the winter (I live in New England). I have never had luck with...

    About reviewer (20 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinDry, Fair, Warm

    HairBrunette, Straight, Fine

    EyesBrown

    4.0
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    stripeycat

    15 years ago

    Very nice sunscreen. Sunscreen ingredients similar to Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch SPF 55; this sunscreen is a little more liquid and silky feeling to apply. It does leave some sheen (as does...

    About reviewer (1 reviews)

    Age56 & Over

    SkinCombination

    HairSilver

    EyesBlue

    4.0
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    cejgeorgia

    15 years ago

    I don't understand the negative reviews for this product. I have extremely sensitive skin and can not wear any sunscreen except LRP and some physicals. I was very surprised at the elegant nature...

    About reviewer (14 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinNormal

    HairBrunette

    EyesGreen

    2.0
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    filmart

    15 years ago

    While I've been a reader and subscriber to Paula's reviews for a long time, and feels that she does much good, this product is an example of what (IMO) she does wrong. She's positively obsessed...

    About reviewer (319 reviews)

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    SkinCombination, Fair, Cool

    HairBrown, Curly, Coarse

    EyesGreen

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