“This sunscreen is not sheer; it does leave a white cast on your face. I have found that applying powder on top helps restore color to your face and evens out the ghost white residue. I like that it is not a greasy formulation, but I don't find that it adds moisture. If anything, my skin is drier and more irritated after using this all day.”
Hello Anna!
It's highly unusual that the Sheer Genius lotion would cause drying or leave a white cast, but we appreciate your feedback, as every customer may have a different experience. :) I'm glad to hear you found a way to make the tone work for you, but I wonder if it's not the application of additional powder that is attributing to the dryness of your skin? You may want give our Universal Tint Sheer Genius lotion a try in the future, it has a nice light tint with absolutely no white cast. Don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions!
“Goes on smoothly, with no white tint. Blends in easily. The tube easily dispenses for quick application.
50 SPF in this product is a great protection from the sun.
Overall, an excellent choice for a sunscreen!”
“I was disappointed, as this sunscreen went on feeling tacky and stickier than some other, less expensive sunscreens I've tried. It did, however, keep me from burning.”
We are sorry to hear you are disappointed with the product consistency. It is mineral based, so it does have a slightly different consistency than some other sunscreens, but it's those minerals that make it safer for both your skin and the environment--and keep you from burning!
The Brush On Block Team
“I have rosacea, so I need to use a physical sunscreen. This one is nice. I also like a tinted sunscreen as well, which I also use from another company.”
“Hello! I don't use this that often. I use it on my arms if I am wearing short sleeves, on tops of my feet in sandals, and on top of my head. Then I use the SPF50 powder for touchups. This cream is my "heavy-duty" weapon against the sun!”
“It works and feels great. But, there's a definite smell. I'd describe it as wet paint, and it was strong enough for me to wonder if something had expired (it hadnt). I powered through it and the smell dissipated as it rubbed in. It is probably related to the minerals and a side effect of not having added fragrances, but it def catches me off guard every time.
Worth it.”
Hi Kim! Yes, you are correct! We do not use masking agents in our Sheer Genius lotion, the natural smells of the mineral actives and other ingredients are what you are noticing. Like you mentioned, the smell does dissipate pretty quickly once rubbed in. Some people happen to notice it more than others. Don't hesitate to reach out to our team at customerservice@brushonblock.com if you have any other questions.
