CETAPHIL SUN SPF 50+ LOTION {REVIEW}

Suncream is, hands down, the most crucial skincare product to add to your daily 

regime, as suncreen helps to prevent premature ageing caused by the sun

and most importantly the use of a daily suncreen can help prevent the

formation of certain cancers.When selecting a suncreen always opt for 

a SPF 30+ or higher and one that is a broad spectrum 

(one that incorporates both UVA & UVB protectors)

It's that time of year "The Holidays" in South Africa, where the many sun 

creams are brought out from the depths of the cupboard and slathered 

over our children, hubbies and ourselves.

Firstly check to see if it still has a valid expiry date, as suncreams once opened

 can vary and last between 12 -36 months.

If a suncream smells rancid toss it.

I have a new one to try out this summer from the drugstore

Cetaphil Sun SPS 50+ Lotion 

and I can assure you its been needed with the long days of blue clear skies 

and temperatures rising to 30c+.

 

Here is a brief rundown of the Cetaphil brand:

Cetaphil® is a skincare brand recommended by dermatologists for over 70 years, 

and is still used today by millions of people with sensitive skin from all over

 the world.

The original product, called Cetaphil® Gentle Cleansing Lotion, was invented 

by a pharmacist in 1947 specifically for dermatological needs. 

The product quickly became popular, and today, generations later, it’s called Cetaphil® Gentle Skin Cleanser.

 While the name has changed, the formula has remained essentially the same

and Gentle Skin Cleanser remains a worldwide favourite and Cetaphil's

 best-selling product.

Cetaphil® today offers a product line that includes face and body moisturisers, cleansers, baby care, sun care and products for common skin issues and daily skincare. 

Across its different offerings, Cetaphil® is committed to providing users with effective yet gentle skincare formulas that strengthen and protect even the most sensitive skin.

The Cetaphil SPF 50+ contains:

Photostable UV filters that offer a highly effective UVA and UVB protection.

Liposomal lotion makes it possible to evenly spread sunscreen on face 

and body for high UV protection

Its also:

Hypoallergenic

Very water-resistant in both fresh water and saltwater

Fragrance free, paraben free

Suitable for sensitive skin

&

Won’t block pores

This high protection SPF has been a hit with the whole family for all 

the reasons above and I have a fussy bunch.

Being a lotion it is quite runny, spreads well yet doesn't leave

any greasy film on the skin and above all...none of us got sunburnt. 

I personally only used the lotion on my body as I have another high

SPF for my face, but i'm sure it works just as well.

As with all SPF's apply liberally 15-20 minutes before sun exposure.

Re-apply every 2 hours, especially after swimming or towelling. 

Avoid contact with eyes.

CETAPHIL

SUN 

SPF 50+

LOTION

200ml

R

249.95

Cetaphil products are available from both 

Clicks and Dischems 

countrywide

BEAUTY PRODUCTS CURRENTLY UNDER REVIEW {DECEMBER 2019}

December seemed to sneak up on me this year, due to October and November 

whizzing by in a flash.

We are already on the 8th of December and this post is coming to you way later than normal, thanks to the problems I've been having with my internet connection for the past week.

However I have 3 interesting products to put to the test this month.

As always I will put these products to the test and report back to you...

1.

The Clean Reserve Citroen Fig is no stranger to me, as this is the 2nd bottle that I've purchased over the year, but I have never actually written a full review, so expect my perfume review soon and as I'm sure you can already guess, due to a re-purchase, I love this fragrance and its becoming a firm all time favourite of mine.

*NOW POSTED*

To read my full review

DERMACEUTIC is a brand that I have mentioned several times on my blog and I was kindly sent two of their products to try and they couldn't have come at at better time.

2.

The DERMACEUTIC Sun Ceutic 50+ Universal Shade is a physical sunscreen with a tint that provides maximum protection for skin exposed to UV rays. 

Now I prefer a tinted sunscreen over a non tinted ,as it allows me to go pretty much make-up free for most of the summer and this is the product that arrived just in time, as I have been looking at several tinted sunscreens with maximum protection and this with an SPF 50+ ticks all of my boxes perfectly.

*NOW POSTED*

To read my full review

3.

I also received another product from DERMACEUTIC to try out in the form of their

Derma Defense DD Cream

 Dermaceutic Derma Defense DD Cream with a light tint is a unique 3-in-1 formulation.

 It contains a high SPF, with pigments that even out skin tone, covering imperfections while providing optimal hydration.

It comes in 2 shades Light & Medium and I have the Light to try.

I have to say if my reviews on both of these products are good then I'll have pretty much covered all bases for my face protection this summer.

*NOW POSTED*

To read my full review

BIODERMA PHOTODERM MAX 50+ SUN FLUIDE {REVIEW}

Living in Durban, South Africa as I do, it would be "skin suicide" to not use a sunscreen with a high SPF daily. Summer temperatures reach the high 20's to mid 30 degrees centigrade on a continual basis from Mid October through to the end of May, with the sun beating down for a good 8-10 hours a day, so what SPF (sun protection factor) should you opt for?

During the summer I use and always have done, nothing on my face less than an SPF 30+ and in most cases an SPF 50+. I have to admit that I have always used on both myself and my family a specialized sun cream for the face and a different cream or lotion for the rest of the body. I am not one to advocate using one of the mass manufactured sun protection everywhere from top to toe but, after saying this, it is better to use the same product rather than go unprotected and suffer uncomfortable burning and damage to the skin.

For many years I have used the RoC range of sun protection,but unfortunately it is no longer available in South Africa, so I was forced to find an alternative. Bioderma is a pharmacy range and a product line that has always just sat on the peripheries of my skin and sun care radar.

Well.. several weeks ago it made it onto my radar and I purchased my first ever Bioderma product..the Bioderma Photoderm MAX SPF 50+ Sun Fluide.

Bioderma hails from France and their commitment is to work in close partnership with dermatologists. Bioderma commits to developing for them products that respond to the needs and demands of their patients, treating every kind of skin, even the most sensitive. Bioderma is often a skincare range of choice with pharmacists and retailed through pharmacies in France and Europe. (Almost every pharmacy you enter in France will have a retail section of "pharmacy exclusive" skincare ranges, as the first point of call for anyone looking for serious advice and recommendation of products, will be a pharmacist. These pharmacists will be fully trained in the different houses and this knowledge combined with the expertise in pharmacy is a "win win" situation. Unfortunately this is not a system rarely adopted in South Africa)

I opted to try the Boiderma Photoderm MAX Fluide, but there is a cream, milk and a tinted option available and even a powder. 

   

The manufacturers claim that Photoderm MAX Fluid offers Maximum photoprotection for skin intolerant to all types of sunshine, very fair skin with freckles, and skin subjected to maximum sunshine (tropics, high mountains)

• The maximum anti-UVB efficacy and unmatched "extreme anti-UVA" performance ofPhotoderm MAX Fluid safely protect against sunburn, prevent sun intolerance reactions and combat premature cutaneous ageing.

• A major advance against risks of cell damage, its exclusive patented Cellular BIOprotection^® complex* provides optimum protection for the skin cells.

• The ultra-light texture of Photoderm MAX Fluid leaves the skin feeling extremely soft. Perfectly colourless when applied, Photoderm MAX Fluid spreads very easily, leaving no oily film or white marks.

• Non-comedogenic, Photoderm MAX Fluid is water-resistant and photostable.

• Photoderm MAX Fluid is fragrance-free and ensures excellent tolerance.

I found this product to be everything that the manufacturers claim especially regarding the easy spread ability and it definitely leaves no oily film, which is often the biggest complaint when it comes to using high SPF sun products.My hubby even enjoys using this product and as you know men hate to use products that leave any oily residue on the skin. 

I opted for the Fluide, as we have high humidity in Durban and I felt it would be too much to use the cream in conjunction with my daily anti Ageing moisturizer. However the cream would be an excellent choice in the case of very dry skins or for use in those cold conditions for example snow skiing.

The pricing for the mentioned products vary between R159 - R209 and my next acquisition may well be the tinted version. In fact I may just be tempted to investigate further into their skincare offerings also.

Bioderma is available from Dischem and Clicks

Visit their website to discover more about Bioderma