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The skin on your face is thinner than the rest of your body and reacts more quickly to irritants. Fragrance in sunscreen is a known culprit. In this blog, we discuss why fragrance-free face sunscreen is so important, how often you should reapply, and list five good options.
Why fragrance-free face sunscreen is important
Your facial skin already has enough to deal with every day: wind, pollution, makeup, and cleansing products. Add a sunscreen containing fragrance, and the chance of irritation increases significantly.
A few reasons why fragrance on your face is extra risky:
- The skin around the eyes, nose, and mouth is thinner and more sensitive than elsewhere on your body
- Fragrance can clog pores, leading to pimples or dull skin
- With rosacea or couperose, fragrance can intensify redness and a burning sensation
- Photoallergy, a reaction triggered by the combination of fragrance and sunlight, is more common on the face because it is the most exposed part of your body
Fragrance-free sunscreen protects you just as well against UV radiation, but without the extra risk.
How often should you reapply?
Sunscreen only works well if you apply it often enough. A few rules of thumb:
- Apply 15 to 20 minutes before going outside, so the cream has time to absorb
- Reapply every two hours, even on cloudy days
- Always reapply after swimming, sweating, or drying your face with a towel
- Use plenty of product. For your face, that is about a teaspoon
Many people use too little sunscreen, which means the actual protection is significantly lower than the SPF on the packaging promises.
5 fragrance-free sunscreens for your face
Below you will find five options from our assortment, from a restorative balm to a light fluid.
1. CeraVe Hydrating Day Cream SPF50
This CeraVe day cream with SPF50 combines broad-spectrum UV protection with long-lasting hydration. The formula contains three essential ceramides, hyaluronic acid, and niacinamide, and is developed for normal to dry skin. The light texture absorbs quickly without a white cast or clogged pores, and is hypoallergenic and non-comedogenic.
2. La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Baume B5 SPF50
The Cicaplast Baume B5 SPF50 is more than just sun protection. This balm is developed for skin recovering from irritation or a dermatological treatment. With panthenol and madecassoside, the product soothes redness, while the SPF50 prevents the sun from disrupting that recovery. A good choice if your skin is extra sensitive or damaged.
3. Bondi Sands Everyday Face Fluid SPF50+
Looking for something very light? The Bondi Sands Face Fluid SPF50+ is a fragrance-free, ultra-light fluid that absorbs quickly and leaves no greasy layer behind. Suitable for daily use and works well under makeup, ideal for those who use sunscreen as the last step in their morning routine.
4. Zarqa Sunfluid Face SPF50 Sensitive
The Zarqa Sunfluid Face SPF50 Sensitive is specially developed for sensitive skin. This fragrance-free fluid offers high protection and is suitable as a base under makeup, without making your skin feel heavy.
5. Biodermal Sensitive Skin Face Sunscreen SPF30
For those who prefer to use a slightly lower factor: the Biodermal Face Sunscreen SPF30 is a trusted, fragrance-free choice for sensitive skin. Nice for daily use outside the peak sun hours, or in combination with extra protection such as a hat or sunglasses.
Which one do you choose?
The right choice depends on your skin type and what you are looking for:
- Dry skin in need of hydration: CeraVe Hydrating Day Cream SPF50
- Restorative or damaged skin: La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Baume B5 SPF50
- Under makeup, as light as possible: Bondi Sands Face Fluid SPF50+ or Zarqa Sunfluid Face SPF50 Sensitive
- Daily use, lower factor: Biodermal Face Sunscreen SPF30
Still unsure which one is best for your skin? Feel free to contact us, we are happy to help.