Everyone's commenting on how thin and comfy it is, but does it really offer sun protection? How bout compared to the specific UV Buffs?
1531125
don't know about that! I wear mine for covering my ears, using it as a headband and as extra warmth around my neck so I'm not using it for sun protection
1531126
Well, my husband's bald and he's never burned so I would say it's good! I have never seen or tried a UV buff so I can not compare to one of those.
634147
Pretty much. I've had higher priced sunscreens do better, but for the price, it does a decent job. All sunscreens need to be reapplied at least every hour.
1055525
I use it day and night although it does not have any sun protection in it but my foundation does. I love it
649195
I wear this to prevent from getting sun burn. Because I don't use any sunscreen or sun blocking lotion. It feels cool and it's fine. It's kind of thin, but just right for me.
1458490
Yes, it works great for me. I'm at a farmer's market in 100 degree heat for several hours and love it! The dark under color of the brim is also great for keeping the sun out.
1791728
No it is not shinny, but it is not a coverup. At work I use a cover up make up over it or a powder, but in more casual situations I use it as is,and know I am protected from the sun. It is very thin so you don't need much and it last along time.
1701774
It's light coverage. Having dealt with rosacea, I was afraid this wouldn't be enough cover for me. And if I look close in the mirror later in the day, I can see where the makeup's worn thinner in places. But surprisingly, it looks pretty darn good when I'm not staring into my 7x magnifying mirror =D I've been experimenting with lots of different foundations over the last couple years, and I never expected something like this to become my go-to, but it is. Go figure, I just spent over $40 on an Estee Lauder, and it doesn't look as good as this. But yes, it is light. And I don't consider it "buildable." Maybe because I use moisturizer underneath, but if I try to layer more foundation on, it goes streaky. It's light coverage. Having dealt with rosacea, I was afraid this wouldn't be enough cover for me. And if I look close in the mirror later in the day, I can see where the makeup's worn thinner in places. But surprisingly, it looks pretty darn good when I'm not staring into my 7x magnifying mirror =D I've been experimenting with lots of different foundations over the last couple years, and I never expected something like this to become my go-to, but it is. Go figure, I just spent over $40 on an Estee Lauder, and it doesn't look as good as this. But yes, it is light. And I don't consider it... » Read More It's light coverage. Having dealt with rosacea, I was afraid this wouldn't be enough cover for me. And if I look close in the mirror later in the day, I can see where the makeup's worn thinner in places. But surprisingly, it looks pretty darn good when I'm not staring into my 7x magnifying mirror =D I've been experimenting with lots of different foundations over the last couple years, and I never expected something like this to become my go-to, but it is. Go figure, I just spent over $40 on an Estee Lauder, and it doesn't look as good as this. But yes, it is light. And I don't consider it "buildable." Maybe because I use moisturizer underneath, but if I try to layer more foundation on, it goes streaky. « Show Less
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I guess it's light. I wear it every day instead of make up. It has a slight tint. It's like you have make up on but you don't. So it smooths out your skin while giving you protection from the sun. What more could you ask for?
1361413
From what I understand it blocks 20@ OF uv rays if you add Lavender and hellochrysum EO with regular coconut oil and bees wax you have decent sunblock
2168834
My skin is definitely light / medium and it works good. But, when I get tan, it doesn't make me look pale at all - - it's like a lightly tinted moisturizer with a primer built in (that's the best way I can explain it). Probably wouldn't work on dark skin well though.
581389
I've used it all over my face and neck and it seems to provide protection from the sun. This is unlike any sunscreen products I've used as it actually has a very mild fragrance.
299386
No, I didn't notice it. I used the sun shield for awhile but it did not block the sun adequately from my eyes and I went back to holding my hand up to block the sun.
460909
I'm not sure about the spf/uv. I'd it helps though, we bought this to use sightseeing in DC in triple degree temps in July. It was fabulous.
162656
It would be a good sun blocker. But it is not very large since it is a travel umbrella. If you held it close to you, you could keep yout face shaded and possibly your shoulders.
1685347
I think with spf you can't stay in the sun a lot because you will still get sun damage. I used this at the beach in the summer for a couple of hours and I was fine but did not stay the whole day in the sun. I find that only a couple of hours in the sun every day with spf and I will still get darker as I tan easily even tho have fair-light skin!!! Hope that helps:)
1266582
Yes, I wear it on my face and I think it was intended for the face. I would say that it is quite pasty and thick. It feesl both oily and drying (like many sunscreens do). I have skin that is on the drier side and I wear my usual moisturizer and then I blend the sunscreen in really well. It will protect you from the sun and I like wearing it more on my face than on my body. It uses quality ingredients. Hope this helps...
278965
It's not as thin as a rash guard but is perfect for me. I don't put my face in the water but do swim back and forth with ease. I think you'll really like it!!!