Is Sunscreen Better in Europe? Dermatologist Shares Her Holy Grail Sunscreens
There are a lot of good sunscreens available in the US, but European sunscreens are next level! That's because they have newer, more innovative UV filters and formulations. In this video, London-based dermatologist Dr. Beibei Du-Harpur talks about the difference between European and American sunscreens, new UV filters, and shares some of her holy grail European sunscreens from Cetaphil, Heliocare, and more!
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00:00 Intro
00:25 Why Sun Protection?
01:40 European Vs US Sunscreens
04:10 European UV Filters
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10:30 Packaging Regulations
11:41 UVA Regulations
14:15 Cetaphil Daily Defense Moisturizer SPF 50
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I LOVE European sunscreens and can’t believe I wasn’t using more of them. Dr. BeiBei Du-Harper gave such great information and I found it especially interesting to realize mineral sunscreens aren’t a focus in the UK. Have you tried any of the sunscreens we talked about?
yes i love helio care.I live in india and its popular here as well.cetaphil is also popular.
Canada has some great ones too, we have bemotrizinol and mexoryl, might be easier to order for americans than ordering from the UK
Yes it’s not that easy to find mineral sunscreens in Europe. Those are usually marketed towards babies or people with atopic, very sensitive skin so not as cosmetically elegant as in the US.
I loved her explanation of everything! Knowledgeable and easy to understand! More talks in the future?
I love the Avene Intense Protect SPF 50. It’s moisturizing and gives a dewy finish. I also love ones from Eucerin and Garnier (the Ambre Solaire line)
PLEASE do more of these videos with european alternatives and info about europe!! It’s so helpful as there are not many knowledgeable skincare youtubers that are from europe and it’s really difficult to find the products americans recommend. If anyone has recommendations let me know!
Glow By Ramón for sunscree recommendations and Mad About Skin
Just came here to second that Glow by Ramón is the best channel for EU sunscreens!
@mira same!
@mira Where can you find it in the US or online that’s the exact same as the European version?
Eucerin makes really good sunscreens and skincare products in general. Their oil control dry touch sun gel is one of my favourites for oily skin, and their Urea handcream is the most effective, yet comfortable and non-greasy hand cream I have tried. A life saver during winters.
Japanese, European & Australian sunscreens for me anytime!
Yes very true
While I like the European sunscreens, finding fragrance free ones has been difficult. Luckily I managed to purchase some Australian ones which are less smelly and burny.
which japanese sunscreen do you recommend?
@@tramngo253 Allie, Verdio are my favorite
@@latristessdurera8763 altruist is fragrance free and ships to the uk, not sure about the rest of the countries though
The U.S really needs to update the sunscreen filters. UGHHH
European sunscreens all the way. Those are the only ones I use while outside.
Are you in the US, and if so, where do you get them from? 😅
@@katl3013 CareToBeauty
Bioderma, La Roche Posay, Heliocare are amazing. Uriage and Avene are also nice. European sunscreens are more easily available in South Africa than American sunscreens
So excited Heliocare was included! I'm a big fan of all of their products!
For those of us in the US- CONTACT YOUR REPRESENTATIVES! The FDA rules haven't changed in ages because there has been no pressure to.
I have heard there is a lot of lobbying against newer filters in the US. The moment they are permitted, European brands will take over the US market and it is the best interest of American companies to prevent newer filters.
Very happy you recommend a Spanish brand as Heliocare. As you know in Spain we need hight sun care protection all year. Sun protection is not an option.
im from spain too! what sunscreens do you recommend? as its summer, so humid and hot now, im thinking of re-purchasing the isdin water fusion (a bit pricey but nice and good for my combo/oily skin)
@@marioborosescu863 Isdin is one of my favourites brands in sun protection. Actually I am using its Age Repair Color Fusion Water the days I am not wearing make-up (I am also combo/oily skin). I've testing Heliocare Gel Oil free, a very good option too. I've chosen Isdin because of the color subtone, far more appropriate to my skin color.
@@cruzgabaldon Do you have any recommendations that don't have that potent smell? I recently bought one from ISDIN and it smells so so much of sunscreen. Don't get me wrong, it's not a terrible product. But I'd rather it was a bit masked or with a bit of perfum. I actually have enjoyed the Hawaiian tropic very much!
For men it's still an option 🤣😂
Thank you so much for this video! I have been buying sunscreens here in the UK based on your recommendations from the US, not realising we had different (and possibly better) alternatives here. Please do more of this for your international viewers! ♥️
Can we talk about timing!! I’m literally getting on a plane to Amsterdam this Saturday!! Love this Susan, now I know what I’ll be bringing back ♥️
We need to see another video like this about Australian sunscreens. I've always loved Mixed Makeup team
I love SPF! Definitely a summer essential! ☀️🧴
Love this !! PLEASE, DO A REVIEW ALSO ON ALTRUIST SUNSCREENS ! THEY’RE AMAZING ❤️
Love your hair Susan!😍
Wow she was standing/sitting in such an area where sunlight was coming on her skin and she wasn't afraid at all. This proves how strong her sunscreen is. And yes, tinosorb s and m are reaaalllllly great. Out of the box comment but can't control myself. Her accent ❤️❤️
I'm so glad you did this interview. I live in the Netherlands and watch a lot of American beauty content. I was always confused why we have such differences in sunscreens. I'm so glad you talked about these products, as I can buy many of them myself here and now I have an idea what to look for! Thanks
And there's a huge difference in the ingredients list between many brands here in Europe and the same ones distributed to the USA. Not just for the spfs but an array of products including the lines like: L. Posay, Avene, Uriage (that almost no one mentions in USA), the German brand Biodroga, etc, etc
So good! So informative!
Omg never been early! Love your content here and thank you for sharing valid information 🙌❤
This was so insanely helpful. I’m Canadian so I’m used to the broad spectrum system. Then I lived in the UK and now I’m living in Germany…. Navigating the sunscreen world and the language used for UVA etc., as well as the filters is so weird and difficult. Thank you so much!! Now I have more accessible options (EltaMD is hard to get in Germany) in the EU too!!!
Omg i cant focus on the video because I keep looking at Susan. Susan you look stunning 😩💗
And shiny. Her face was very shiny in this video 💫💫💫
Love this video! It's so fascinating!
Here I am in the Caribbean shopping the links... Thank you!
Heliocare is Spanish and it's an amazing brand, with so many great products, some including Niacinamide or HA! So happy for them to get featured in son many videos lately
Currently loving the Bondi Sands sunscreen you recommended in your last sunscreen video! I'm never going back to American sunscreens!
It’s really good!
European sunscreens are really great. My current love is Mustela's hybrid sunscreen (USA ver is mineral only).
Luv this video! Thank you for doing it. I have an ignorant question. In countries/areas that may be more desert-like, Africa, the middle east, etc., is sunscreen part of their lives? I understand there may be more urgent matters to focus on, work, food, survival, etc. But culturally, it would be interesting to hear how various countries approach sun protection. Alaska & Antarctica as well, that would be interesting to hear about.
Thank you so much for sharing this conversation. I learned SO much! I could listen to sunscreen updates and information all day.
Thank you for another great episode, very informative❤🌞I live in the EU and I know our legislation is different and often more strict here but I have no idea it was the other way around with sunscreen. Many of our sunscreens are also excellent affordable skin care. Last year I clumsily enough got a sun burn while in Italy. I went to the pharmacy and got an Avène after sun product for sun burn and I tell you - instant effect and the next morning I had a beautiful tan instead of looking puffy and red like a lobster.
Thank you so much for this video ! Please do make a similar one for Korean and Japanese sunscreens too !
Try Scinic's sunscreen
Heliocare are amazing! I’ve got very oily skin and as a guy, I don’t want to look dewy or shiny - the Heliocare SPF 50 Oil free gel dries down completely matte without looking greasy, it doesn’t break me out (which is nearly impossible), no white cast, no nauseating chemical scent, the formulation is high quality and it has additional antioxidants vitamin C & E included in the formulation 🙌🏻 Most Derms in the UK and Europe love Heliocare
in Italy too! Heliocare is terrific
I've been using the Uriage Bariésun for kids 50+ for 5+ years, and it performs great. I was eager to try other products as well because its not reef-safe, but I always come back to this. I've always felt like that the US has a better selection of sunscreens, probably because so many are not available in Europe, and I quickly and wrongly deducted that this means that the US has just more. So thanks for educating me :)
This video is so informative. Please do another video!?
I really love Highdroxy daylight fluid spf 30. The way it looks and feels is amazing. It's a German brand that ships to several European countries.
YEEEAAAAAAH More Europe content please ❤️
Love this!
as a european i am really happy about this video, there just isnt a lot of talk online about european suncare products instead of vague statements on the variety of the filters (at least ont in my specific online bubble) which makes it really hard to buy as long as most people talking about us and korean sunscreens (which are also always conntected to higher shipping costs and inaccessability)
Agreed! I just wish she consulted with a European dermatologist rather than UK, considering Brexit.
@@veronicaivanova yep.
@@veronicaivanova Dont worry about Brexit, the products mentioned are not from UK brands.
@@cruzgabaldon, I noticed, gracias 🙂
@@veronicaivanova even after brexit we are keeping the same sunscreen regulations
Avéne intense protect has changed my life. Having good protection that doesn’t burn my eyes or turn me purple literally lifted my standard of living 🤠 ☀️
Australian sunscreens are the best imo. Living in a country with such a high skin cancer rate, best believe we do the spf really well in here 😀
In love with Australian Gold sunscreen.
@@chael360 that’s actually not an Australian brand believe it or not, it’s American
@E G Ohh sorry, I thought it was Australian. The name deceived me. 😅
@@EG-gz4mp LE GASP
I use Avene here in Australia as it’s got titanium dioxide, it’s physical sunscreen which is better for your skin.
Please try Australian sunscreens they are just THE BEST! I can’t recommend enough the Ultra Violette line, and the cancer council matte in the pink tube!🥰
Where can I buy them ? Ship to US
Has to have zinc oxide or titanium dioxide or it doesn’t work.
I really started wearing it this year . Now I don't really have hyperpigmention. And I use a vitamin C serum 🙌
Which sunscreen?
The glow is real with Susan! First thing I noticed.
This video came just in time! Going to Greece in 10 days 🙌🙌
Dont forget a high sun protection and always cover your head. Greece is also very windy, at least the islands, is easy to lose the hat. :-)
@@cruzgabaldon I grew up in Greece! I have a few hats there waiting for me ☺️
Heliocare is my favorite sun screen ever
I really like Alpha H moisturizer with SPF
Would love more info on body sunscreen also :)
I like whatever sunscreens work for my weirdly sensitive skin 😅
Wear your sunscreen people. Sun damage is no joke. Prevention is key. 😭😭😭
😍😍😍
I wish i started wearing it earlier but im in my twenties so i guess it's better than too late or never
@@msk-qp6fn yes it’s better now than in your 30’s or 40’s, too late then!
purple2275 it’s never too late
Drinking game mixed makeup edition: Take a shot every time Susan smiles and nods while the dr is talking 😂 lol! Great video though and love Susan!
I may end up in the hospital if I did that!😂
The new and patent filter in the avene intense claims to protect against visible light, which is interesting considering only iron oxides are thought to do that. The filter has been in the works for about 20 years and I hope their clinical trials are authentic. Saves the hassle of tinted sunscreens that are a hassle to find for SOC, and are expensive.
Omg didnt watch your chanel for a while....and gurlllll you lokking niceeee👀
Can you do a sunburn and/or after sun skincare video?? I am new to skincare and I KNOW that sunscreen and sun exposure is so damaging, but still working on my sunscreen routine and getting into the habit of applying it properly. We’ve all been there, right? I got a pretty good sunburn on accident and realized it’s kinda hard to find reliable information on how to care for sunburned skin and how to change my routine to make sure I am avoiding irritation and soothing the skin to heal as fast as possible.
You look beautiful Susan!
That’s true! Is so hard to find mineral sunscreen here in Singapore. But many chemical sunscreen
I’m in Australia and I use Avene (French brand) 50+. You just have to rub it in really well. Has to have zinc oxide or titanium oxide, otherwise it’s useless.
Yaaas great content
Dear Susan and Beibei, The Intense Protect SPF 50 plus (ie 60 plus) 150 ml is excellent product. It has oily fluid to lotion texture to provide anti drying effect and better stability and dispersion of filters. It contains their very new filter, TriAsorB (trade name), chemical name is listed on the bottle, which covers UVB, UVA as well as blue light up to 450 nm. However, given that is all organic product and because of the yellow color of TriAsorB it stains cotton and paper in yellow in the same way as tinted sunscreen. The product contains color Red 33 to mask that yellow color on skin. I use that product often, but only on face and ears because of staining property. I believe that Avene made it for beach, although I have been using it in the city with no problem. Avene in Europe also has two excellent mineral sunscreens. The first one is all titanium (mix of small particles for UVB and larger particles for UVA ) and iron oxides and white pigmentary titanium to minimize white color of titanium filter and to provide (theoretically) some protection beyond 400 nm. Essentially, this is a light and modern version of the classic all titanium mineral sunscreen which used to be very white and thick. The second one is with zinc for UVA and titanium for UVB, both tinted and non tinted. However, they are not very oily, so they need to be gently applied on moisturized skin (not dry) and in small dots. You cannot distribute mineral products in the same was as organic ones. Overall, on face and ears I use mineral or chemical sunscreens, while on body areas like neck (full circle), chest, palms and wrists , I use only mineral ones to avoid staining, provided it has been formulated in that way. In Europe Nivea also has excellent mineral sunscreen: 50 ml for face as well as kids version for face and body 50 and 150 ml. All are fragrance free and easily removed by oily cleansing oil or gel (Avene XeraCalm oil, A derma Exomega gel etc.)
Susan what do you think about the new cetaphil mineral sheet zinc sunscreen?
Okay, but really one of the best ones in my opinion is the La Roche Posay Anthelios 50+ pa++++ ultra resistant hydrating cream for face non-perfumed (what a name 🤪) but its 8 euros, uses the modern spf filters like tinosorb s and m, uvinol,.. (and NO avobenzo, oxybenzone, etc) completely agrees with my acne prone dry skin without irritating my eyes at all!(like even when I get it in my eyeballs it doesnt sting!) Discovered it in search for a purito alternative and fell jn love. There is also a body versiin of this one in a big tube with almost the same formulation and sold in an eco-tube 😀!
Yes! I love LP ones! They have a spray Anthelios 50 and it’s the best for re-apply and to keep it in your purse.
I love the Anthelios SPF50 both spray and liquid
I personally find the denatured alcohol in that one (at least here in Sweden?) really drying and irritating.
@@briannajoslyn9295 Really? Have you tried LP new Aqua gel Spf 30? It’s very hydrating formula.
@@mashavliegen4436 no, I'm afraid my extremely fair, sensitive skin self burns through anything less than 50
It’s so frustrating to have to pay overseas shipping to get good reliable sun protection, and can’t believe that the USA is still using only the oldest filters, and offering mediocre sunscreens. Good sun protection should be affordable and accessible for everyone.
Ive started using Heliocare oil free sunscreen and it is a miracle for my oily skin... its AMAZING
Despite being a pasty-white-Irish-descent person who has roseacea I did not wear sunscreen daily before I tried Asian sunscreens. I now wear sunscreen *almost* daily and the change in my roseacea has been amazing. US sunscreens tended to burn my sensitive skin and eyes, felt tacky and mask like, and usually had "that sunscreen smell". I only got irritation from one Asian sunscreen I tried (it had EOs), and because the texture and smell was so much more pleasant I could easily wear it almost daily. My 14yr old child is now a convert too! If you are struggling to make sunscreen a daily practice, try European or Asian ones. You won't regret it!
With the dermotogical rules in the EU being a lot better than the American one
What would be the reapplication rule for indoor? I can understand having to reapply every 2 hours if you are outdoor but this seems excessive if you are in the house all day.
Heliocare sunscreen is the best! 💙
Im in Asia and heard that Bondi Sands Sunscreen is soo goood? What variants would you recommend that has a strongest protection, planning to order online😁Tia
It's so true American sunscreens suck lol you MUST try the Altruist sunscreens from the UK. Very cheap, very moisturizing, very high UVA protection I think you'll love them
I love the Altruist sunscreens ! I’d love Susan to try them too !
Can you fix the link for the Cetaphil? I want to be sure I get the right one. Thanks!
7:45 In the past, sunscreens where all about UVB protection, thus older filters usually provide less good UVA protection. 8:08 Zinc does provide good UVA protection.
I think she was talking about the chemical filters first? And you have no idea how high or how low the UVA protection is with zinc oxide in an US formulation. Or how long it lasts. There is a document flowing around the internet that says that the Elta MD clear sunscreen has a UVA protection of 3.6 for example.
Sunscreens are supposed to form a layer on your skin to block out UV so are these antioxidants many sunscreens have, even able to penetrate the skin and be effective?
The antioxidants aren't always added to penetrate. They could be used to stabilize the filters, or to reflect some UV themselves (depending on their specific structure).
I hoped that you would also suggest a Sunscreen with no white cast Thank you
Cetaphil doesnt have white cast. At least the cetaphil sunscreen I use doesn't have a white cast. I am from South Africa.
The Cetaphil 50+ does have a slight white cast as it has titanium dioxide, although it does lessen after it's dried down. This is off google: When it comes to white cast - all the sunscreens that contain Titanium Dioxide, Zinc Oxide, Tinosorb M and A2B will have some level of white cast. If it's in nano form the white cast will be reduced, but it will still be visible on anybody.
@@sara_387 thank you so much for your informative comment! It was super interesting! I think maybe the south African cetaphil has no white cast though, and seems invisible on the skin because it may be formulated for South Africans who have darker skin? I know there is no titanium dioxide or zinc oxide in mine, as I have my tube and the ingredient list next to me. I guess it just depends where you live huh😣
@@suranyagovender4604 yes, I had to check the ingredients to see if the one linked was the same as the one I buy in Australia. They do formulate a bit differently around the world.
I love European sunscreen there are the best, Helicare 360 is the best 😩❤️
Is the Heliocare fluid cream available in the uk? As im only able to find it on the usa sites?
I 🤎 EVY technology 50 blue light/dna face mousse sunscreen …the only one for me 🤞🏼🤞🏼🤞🏼no reaplications needet
Hi! PLEASE can u do a review on VICHY, EUCERIN, URIAGE and other european water based/dry oil sunscreen. I have read that dry oil is mich better the the normal sunscreen? How true is that?
what's her recommendation for the body?
Love my 50+ Uriage :* the best!
Great video :) Out of context it was kind of funny to hear "for example, if you're a man, like a lot of men" at 7:19
What's the name of the ingredient for the cetaphil cream ? I coudn't understand.
Side note: Susan you look more and more beautiful !
I wonder if mineral sunscreens are more prevalent in the US because the chemical filters available are more irritating. I know I personally can't use a lot of chemical facial sunscreens because whatever they use gives me periorificial dermatitis but I've had no issue using Korean chemical sunscreens.
For those with oily skin and putting on sunscreen, how long should we wait for it to dry before adding on loose powder to mattify the face?
I would say wait 15-20 minutes if you have the time. That’s how long it takes to form an even film on your skin so you won’t interrupt that process
EU laws are the best when it comes to sunscreen and personal skincare. It's just their are meant in favour of people, their health and comfort. Our agencies are constantly testing everything, evolving in practices, reviewing new filters (trying to prevent skin cancer and damages - remember, skin is an organ and in fact the biggest one in our body, so good sunscreen is a health issue), thinking about the enviornment.. really regulating everything, so - yeah! European sunscreen for me, all the way!
The link for the American Cetaphil Sunscreen is not active.
PA is capped to "16"? Oh boy...this is why I just stick to Altruist. It's affordable and provides a PPD rating on their website. I just have to work around with the texture during atrocious humid summers in PH. I'm skeptical to try or rather make our local sunscreens as my primary sunscreen because I don't know the UVA protection. They just indicate SPF.
she literally said that UVA rating in europe caps at 16 cuz rule of thumb is, UVA protection is at least 1/3 of the spf number. it could be better, but so far as technicality goes, it caps at 16.
@@Malfujitaka And? My concern is PA which is prevalent here in Asia. It doesn't give a rating but just plusses. While Altruist gives a number in PPD, not just a symbol or logo.
No. The PA rating system caps at 16 so it could mean a PPD rating of 16 or more. Not the best system because it could be 16 or 49.
Evy Technology is THE absolute best sun range EVER ❤️!!!!
Just started this & agree ❤
Does the European version of Cetaphil leave a white cast? The US version (Cetaphil Mineral Lotion SPF 50) leaves a white cast and dries powdery. Not a fan.
This is all great but where can we buy it in the U.S?
Care to beauty is a website that offers some of these options, the shipping is expensive but when you spend more than 100 dollars you get free shipping.
I was wondering how you feel about a foundation that has SPF in it? Can it be just affective for my face as my sunscreen if I'm out and about, in terms of protecting from sun-related skin aging?
I'm no professional but I'm thinking no? Only because you need to apply a whole lot of sunscreen for a really good protection from the sun and we definitely do not apply as much foundation. Plus, your foundation can be patchy/uneven thus not protecting your entire face.
You can use it, no problemo. But! You have to use half a teaspoon of SPF for to be fully protected. Would you use so much foundation? Prob not. You I would recommend just use a normal spf! :)
Boots doesn’t ship to the US. Where can we buy European sunscreens
CareToBeauty is an authentic retailer that ships to the US. They're based in Portugal
Caretobeauty is a great website to get European sunscreens. You can get many brands from La Roche Posay, Eucerin, Heliocare, Bioderma, Avene, etc.
@@ThinhTran-vk2jk just went to Caretobeauty and they are having a huge sale on sunscreen 🧴 even the ones mentioned in this video.
Are these European filters safe to use during pregnancy?
I've been using Heliocare and I love it but as a black person it has a white cast so that was a turn off.
Why is the US so behind in UV filters? The politics in this is just so frustrating.
So, I mostly stay in my house with my blinds and curtains closed (just my preference - darkened rooms). Do I still need to wear a sunscreen inside?
Yes uva - which causes aging and wrinkles - penetrates everything
I like le roche possay or wichy
It feels like it's easier to buy yourself a gun in the US than a proper, decent spf... 😂 Interesting 🤔🔫
Ooof, it’s a sad truth.
Im convinced here in the U.S. they are trying to thin the population via skin cancer and stray bullets.
I'm not republican, I don't own a gun, but yall gotta stop spreading misinformation lmao
@@threatlevelmidnight3588 nah people are just wreckers and narcissistic, pay attention on how everyone wants to get ahead in life at the expense of others. Even cutting someone off in traffic nearly causing an accident as an example.
@@bgcm1995 Sarcasm 👍
Has anyone used BIODERMA AQUAFLUIDE SPF 50?
I did :D it's ok but if you have oily skin Eucerin oil control spf 50+ is much better. :)
any ISDIN works so well..
No but i tried bioderma photoderm max 100. Started out nice endee up really not liking it thi
Living in the EU, I never tried a US sunscreen so I can't compare. But I can say the European sunscreens I have used throughout the years have been great. Especially for me the UltraSun sunscreen that I've been using the last 3 years or so. Haven't tried the tinted one, but the regular one. Love it! Really moisturizing, sinks in beautifully, leaves a nice velvety finish, doesn't sting my eyes. Also Eucerin has some lovely sunscreens. Heliocare is great, but def on the pricier side. Def agree that it's hard to find all mineral sunscreens here, but with the options we have it doesn't really matter.
I absolutely agree with you. Eucerin has an amazing tinted sunscreen - I absolutely love it for zoom calls 😊 LRP is also amazing!
@@veronicaivanova I love Eucerin in general, so I expected their sunscreens to be great as well. Haven't tried the tinted one. I'm always hesitant to try them so I just stick to sunscreen+tinted moisturizer. But I was looking at trying it. Maybe I could give it a shot. Also saw that LRP has a new tinted sunscreen
@@doraj7917, the only reason I haven't tried the LRP tinted one is because it has fragrance but they do have great products. I use their moisturiser, cleanser, retinols, eye creams and not tinted SPF 😊
@@veronicaivanova which shade od the eucerin tinted spf do you use? Would you describe the color as neutral, leaning orange, yellow or?
@@doraj7917, it says "fair" on it. I think it will suit people with light olive skin (that's my skin shade). I would say neutral. It reminds of a much lighter version of my Estee Lauder Double Wear foundation Ivory Beige. Obviously, the coverage of Eucerin isn't like a foundation but the shade is very similar in my view.
Australia has the best sunscreens since we have blue skies nearly all year round
Blue skies don't equal the best sunscreens 😅 I haven't used Australian sunscreens and have nothing against them, I am just saying this is a weak argument. Blue skies don't confirm good formulations. If that was the case, Latin America and Africa would also have the best sunscreens due to the amount of heat and blue skies they get 🙂
Plus an ozone problem
@@veronicaivanova Australia has some of the strictest spf rules in the world, their standards are higher due to constant sun and heat
I had the worst sunburn of my life in the UK on a dull day. It’s not all about the sun.
@@shazcad, exactly!
La Roche Posay XL Comfort Lotion SPF 50+ with PPD of 27 is my holy grail!!!!!! I won't use US versions ever again.