Babo Botanicals SPF 40 Daily Sheer Facial Sunscreen, Unscented, 1.7oz, Best Natural Mineral Sunscreen, Non-Nano, Sensitive

After many years of using chemical based sunscreens and my skin starting to react negatively to them I decided to make the switch to Mineral, not as easy as i thought. I've tried about 9,999,999 different ones and spent quite a lot in doing so. To save anyone else going through the absolute minefield of products and reviews i am writing this one for other people. My skin is quite sensitive and prone to redness, I work outside in the summer heat and need a sunscreen that is effective with decent SPF, water and sweat proof that I don't have to reapply every ten seconds. I found every product has mixed reviews but if you are similar to me then take a chance on this one. It's not greasy, it's not too drying, it's effective, seems quite sweat resistent, I've not tested it with water though but quotes 80 mins. It isnt as thick as most others especially given that it's factor 40, it almost goes on like the higher spf chemicals. With regards the dreaded white cast, it's remarkably almost non existent and what is evident disappears after about half an hour. In addition it really helps to hide any redness and even colour. The worst thing is the smell, though not entirely unpleasant and far more preferable than the rotten coconut smell that I've found/suffered in others, it does smell amost a bit kind of chemical, but that too dissipates after around 30 mins. It's also quite reasonably priced. This is now my every day facial sunscreen.

I purchased this after looking for a sunscreen with minimal toxic ingredients which wouldn't leave a white cast (for context, I am a woman of colour). This product definitely fulfills the first requirement. The ingredients list is very clean, which I'm happy about. However, this product is very thick and most definitely leaves a visible cast, irrespective of how much you rub it in or let it oxidise. Unfortunately, its not the kind of thing that can be hidden if you have dark skin. It also feels quite heavy under make up, hence only 3 stars. I will continue my search for a product which fulfills both requirements.

I bought this as needed a mineral facial sunscreen with no nasties for pregnancy. I apply it over moisturiser as it can be a bit drying without. There is a slight white cast (I have very pale skin) but this fades after a few minutes and isn't noticeable if you wear make-up over the top, which I find goes on well. I've not tried mixing it with moisturiser as per another reviewer's suggestion, as this will lower its effectiveness. I like that it's a high factor. Yes, it's not as good as a chemical sunscreen, but if you need or choose to use a mineral sunscreen then this is probably the best I've tried.

Excellent product for my ultra-sensitive skin. Not at all greasy, leaves a good base for makeup. I suffer from rosacea and this sunscreen has definitely helped diminish the redness. My skin looks better than it has in years.

Bit of an odd scent, but it fades. Good protection from the sun. Does not feel sticky or greasy. Once fully applied, it does not leave any whiteness.

It’s very noticeable when you wear it, no matter your skin colour. I have fair skin and this product made my face look like a ghost. Not to mention it seemed like it was out of date or gone bad. It just doesn’t work honestly.

I was so excited for this, as I had spent ages searching for safer suncream without nasty chemicals. It was expensive but worth while I thought ...when it arrived it was tiny! It fits in the palm of my hand! Nevermind I figured if it works...I put it on my face and neck one sunny day...and an hour later I came out in an awfull rash all over my face, lumps and itchy all over my neck. I have no idea though what I reacting too though, because as far as I know I have no allergies other than latex, and I haven't ever reacted to any other creams/ lotions/ suncream, ingredients listed. So in my case it's no good! I maybe a one off though...

I really wanted to like it, but I find it extremely hard to spread. Because of how clean the ingredients are, I will continue using it on my baby but I wish it was easier to spread, as it’s almost impossible to apply evenly on a wriggling baby

I have been searching for a natural, non oily face sunscreen FOREVER! I have very very fair skin and have to wear sunscreen every single day, even through the winter. I have struggled trying to find a lotion that doesn't make my face an oily mess and isn't so thick that I look like a ghost. This face sunscreen is excellent. My skin absorbs it almost immediately and I don't need to wear powder anymore to help with an oily complexion that sometimes happens as a result of using natural products with certain ingredients. I will say again that I'm very fair. This lotion matches my face well but may not match for someone with a darker skin tone. It is not clear, it is white (though it does absorb clear). The tinted lotions I've used are much too dark for my face so I prefer the white lotions. If you take the time to rub the product in fully, the whiteness should disappear. However, for people that are tan or have darker skin I don't know whether or not it will make you look pale. Better to look pale than to get skin cancer though!

Product does not blend completely in the face even after mixing it with moisturizing cream, leaves white/pink residue while blending it in the face. Had to discontinue the use as it made me look like a ghost.

2eme fois que j’achète cette crème. Légère, naturel... bref le top !!!

Muy fácil de aplicar y protege super bien

It's just the best! It's natural, soothing and even though its a little white at application, it leave quickly and you just have a hydrate soft skin, ready for your everyday use! I've use it last year on a Europe trip, and even though it was pretty sunny all the time, my skin was safe! It's also quite mattifying due to the zinc oxyde :)