Essential Non-Greasy Sunscreen spf 15 [DISCONTINUED]

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3.4

154 reviews
54%
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3.3/5
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Active Ingredients: Octinoxate 7.5%, Octisalate 5%, Avobenzone 2%, and Oxybenzone 2% (sunscreen agents). Other Ingredients: Water, PEG-8 (thickener), Arctium Lappa (Burdock) Extract, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Centaurea Cyanus (Cornflower) Extract (soothing agents), Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice (water-binding/soothing agent), Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate (Vitamin C, antioxidant), Phenyl Trimethicone (silicone skin-conditioning agent), Phytic Acid (stabilizer), Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate (emollient), Neopentyl Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate (thickener), Glycerin, Butylene Glycol (water-binding agents), Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Cetyl Alcohol, Polysorbate 20 (thickeners), Triethanolamine (pH balancer), Carbomer (gel-based thickener), Citric Acid (pH balancer), Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Ethylparaben, Propylparaben, Butylparaben (preservatives).

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    tag2007

    17 years ago

    Although I love much of the advice Paula B has to offer, I am very dissapointed with her sunscreens. I purchased the Essential Non-Greasy Sunscreen before visiting this board so I trusted that...

    About reviewer (7 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinCombination, Tan

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    yellowduckie

    17 years ago

    A white lotion that is light and fragrance/color free. There's no white sheen and it comes off easily using normal face wash. I've been using this for two years on my face and the eye area too and...

    About reviewer (21 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinCombination, Other

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    5.0
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    Trilliana

    17 years ago

    The best moisturizer I've ever owned - am buying it again and again. And it's perfect to blend with mineral foundation, if you're in a hurry.

    About reviewer (34 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinCombination, Medium

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    shyviolet

    17 years ago

    This is the first sunscreen I have found that 1. Does not burn when I put it on, and 2. Does not cause my sensitive skin to errupt in blackheads and milia When I use sunscreen, I can expect...

    About reviewer (358 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinCombination, Olive, Not Sure

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    CalamityJaneDoe

    17 years ago

    It was my mistake--I bought this product WITHOUT TRYING THE SAMPLES FIRST! I have a whole set of Paula's Choice products, and so when I needed a sunscreen, I figured this product would do as...

    About reviewer (14 reviews)

    Age19-24

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    mitulove

    17 years ago

    Applies and settles well, wears great under makeup, doesn't feel disgusting under clothing/hair/jewelry. I do like the scent. I wish it wasn't in a tube, but ah well.

    About reviewer (45 reviews)

    Age25-29

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    xlixlixli

    17 years ago

    This is one of few sunscreens that do not give me acne or skin rash. And it is very affordable. That's why I have been using it for a few years. Yes the shininess is a problem. I used to...

    About reviewer (2 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinVery Oily, Medium

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    eileensin

    17 years ago

    I bought this sunscreen to use on my face, but didn't like it because it just made me look shiny. (I have combination skin.) The good thing is that it doesn't feel greasy... just looks it. ...

    About reviewer (8 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinCombination, Other

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    Norwat

    17 years ago

    ***Update: I take it back - I noticed a definite increase in clogged pores after using this for a few weeks. Such a shame. This would have been a great product.*** I have oily skin and this is a...

    About reviewer (9 reviews)

    Age19-24

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    Vac513

    17 years ago

    Yuck. First off, when Paula calls this "Non-Greasy," she must mean "Greasy like a slab of bacon within 4 hours." At least, that's what it seemed like to me, especially around my T-zone. This...

    About reviewer (77 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinCombination, Fair, Neutral

    HairBrunette, Wavy, Fine

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    nayver

    18 years ago

    Well, I think this product is great, but aparently NOW at my thirties I'm happened to be allergic to some chemical sunscreen!!! I'm not sure if it is the avobenzone or any other component, but my...

    About reviewer (2 reviews)

    Age30-35

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    cdnmakeup

    18 years ago

    At first when you put it on your face, it feels fine. And it feels fine for a while after. However, I found after about 3 to 4 hours, my face starts feeling greasy and it looks that way too. I wash...

    About reviewer (12 reviews)

    Age30-35

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    5.0
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    llshaffer

    18 years ago

    HOLY GRAIL MOISTURIZER!! At long last, I have found the perfect daily moisturizer. This is the first product I've tried with an SPF 15 that did not cause my skin to be shiny during the day. I do...

    About reviewer (18 reviews)

    Age30-35

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    RunnyBabbit

    18 years ago

    This is a great everyday SPF -- absorbs into my skin and doesn't seem to add oil. I have very sensitive, oily skin and this is the only SPF lotion I've found that does not make me break out. ...

    About reviewer (9 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinCombination, Fair, Neutral

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    InColor

    18 years ago

    First and foremost, it doesn't provide enough protection from the sun and secondly, it's definitely greasy and it stays greasy throughout the entire day..I don't feel as though my skin absorbs this...

    About reviewer (68 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium

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    Emma13

    18 years ago

    I tried a sample and would probably purchase for use during wintertime. Pros: not greasy (okay it isn't _completely_ non-greasy but almost), feels moisturising, doesn't irritate, doesn't leave my...

    About reviewer (659 reviews)

    Age30-35

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    zernelle

    18 years ago

    Having recently become convinced that my very fair skin needs a daily sunscreen, I've been searching for a sunscreen that feels comfortable and looks good (not shiny) on my oily skin. Neutrogena...

    About reviewer (737 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinSensitive, Fair, Cool

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    jenn72

    18 years ago

    I have been using this sunscreen for a couple of months now and have been very satisfied with the results. I have combo/sensitive skin with large pores that tend to get clogged easily. This...

    About reviewer (24 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinCombination, Fair

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    LindzeeB

    18 years ago

    I broke out in a rash from this product. It was very irritating. I would not repurchase it.

    About reviewer (23 reviews)

    Age25-29

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    shiningstar1

    18 years ago

    Calling this Non-Greasy is just silly, this left my face really really shiny. It took a long time to absorb too but once it did it left my skin really soft. However it made my cheeks very red, my...

    About reviewer (8 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinAcne-prone

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