Cetaphil UVA/UVB Defense Spf 50 Facial Moisturizer, 1.7-Ounce (Pack of 2)

by Cetaphil

Product Features

• This light, non greasy moisturizer nourishes and hydrates your skin while also protecting it from the sun's harmful rays
• Non-comedogenic, Non-greasy, Fragrance free from the #1 dermatologist recommended brand
• UV rays from the sun are made of UVB and UVA. It is important to protect against both UVB and UVA to prevent sunburn and other skin damage

Product Description

Cetaphil UVA/UVB Defense Spf 50 Facial Moisturizer specifically formulated as a facial moisturizer provides broad spectrum UV protection with an optimum blend of five filters. The moisturizing formula hydrates the skin for 8 hours and absorbs quickly. Micronized titanium dioxide leaves no filmy white residue. Non-greasy, lightweight, fragrance-free, non-irritating, and non-comedogenic, this moisturizing product is ideal for daily facial use.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 6 x 5 x 4 inches ; 1.8 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B001GIOW3G
• UPC: 302993930020
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (78 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #9,691 in Beauty (See Top 100 in Beauty)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

15 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Good *SPF* But Just *AVERAGE*, March 24, 2009

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Alex Honda "onyx575" (Los Angeles, CA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Cetaphil UVA/UVB Defense Spf 50 Facial Moisturizer, 1.7-Ounce (Pack of 2) (Health and Beauty)

(What's this?)

The CETAPHIL UVA/UVB DEFENSE SPF 50 MOISTURIZER is pretty thick, so all you need is a little dab to cover the entire face.

The product claims to be "fragrance-free" but it smells just like every other sunscreen out there. That "sunscreen" plastic scent is really strong at first, but it went away after about 3-5 minutes or so.

I found the cream left a shiny-sheen on my face, though it wasn't oily and it's supposed to be "non-greasy," but I definitely had some shine going on.

Another thing I noticed was the thick-white color of the CETAPHIL UVA/UVB cream--probably from the titanium-dioxide--left my face with an ashen(ashy) color and I have very light olive-colored skin. But I've seen this happen with other sunscreens out there with an SPF higher than 25, so it's not unusual. But if you're dark-complected it can be a problem. Even if you aren't, these thick sunscreens start to cake after reapplying and then turn white with perspiration so be forewarned.

It's not bad for the higher SPF--especially if you're going to be out in the sun like at a parade or ball game or something--but I find the CETAPHIL UVA/UVB MOISTURIZER to be just average.

The small 1.7 oz size is handy to carry around in a purse or pocket, but it's not so good at the current price! You can get the same amount of UVA/UVB protection from Coppertone SPF # 50 Oil-Free Fragrance-Free 8 oz. for less money and more product.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Looks weird under makeup, June 1, 2011

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Shawna - See all my reviews

This review is from: Cetaphil UVA/UVB Defense Spf 50 Facial Moisturizer, 1.7-Ounce (Pack of 2) (Health and Beauty)

This sunscreen looks ashey on the skin, and is very shiny. It is great sun protection, I guess, but doesn't meet my needs as far as being a sunscreen I can wear under makeup. This product was not well thought out.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars For pale skin only, March 31, 2009

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EarthFire "Dave" (Washington, DC USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Cetaphil UVA/UVB Defense Spf 50 Facial Moisturizer, 1.7-Ounce (Pack of 2) (Health and Beauty)

(What's this?)

This product is very pleasant to use. It has almost no odor and it goes on like moisturizer. But the white titanium dioxide paints your skin a ghostly white. It soaks in after a while with extra rubbing, but I waited for 15 minutes and my face was still noticeably white. That is too long for me. If you have very pale skin it might not be so noticeable, and you might need the ultra-high SPF more. I could not consider this product as anything but a sun-block.