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This La Roche-Posay face suncream is a standout formula for shine-control
The mattifying product doesn’t scrimp on sun protection either
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Your support makes all the difference.Most of us know by now that sunscreen is the most important part of our skincare routine. Something that we should be applying every day, whether it’s a sunscreen stick, a spray or a cream, these protective formulas will help to keep the damage caused by the sun’s UV rays at bay.
When it comes to choosing the best sunscreen for your face, how the product will look and feel on the skin is key to whether we want to wear it every day. To help you find the right one for you, we put a whole host of formulas to the test in our review, spotlighting options for dry, sensitive and oily skin.
If, for you, it’s all about keeping shine and unwanted breakouts under control, without compromising on protection, then let us introduce you to our favourite tried and tested facial sunscreen, which was awarded five (out of five) stars by our writer and hailed as a “true standout star”.
Praised in our review for being “non-greasy and lightweight”, the La Roche-Posay anthelios UVmune 400 oil control fluid is a great choice for those who want a mattifying sun protection product, as it’s formulated to absorb excess sebum throughout the day. Keep reading to find out more about the oil control fluid.
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It goes without saying that protection is the most important element of sunscreen. So, first and foremost, La Roche-Posay’s oil control fluid offers SPF50+, as well as protection against both UVA and UVB rays. It’s also billed as a suitable choice for those of us with sensitive skin.
The formula features key ingredients such as airlicium, which helps to absorb excess sebum for a mattifying effect on the skin, and thermal spring water for its hydration and skin-protecting benefits.
When it came to putting the oil control formula to the test, our writer was wowed. Dubbing it a “true standout star” in their review, they found the formula was “non-greasy and lightweight”, and went on to note how it “instantly absorbs into the skin”. It also reduced shine and provided a “fresh-faced glow minus any sticky or oily sensation”.
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If you’re looking for more SPF recommendations, read our review of the best suncreams for sensitive skin