In the latest Consumer Reports they tested sunscreens and Australian Gold rated 18 out of 100 with poor UVA and SPF, delivering only a Average Tested SPF of 4. I really loved this sunscreen the best for my oilier skin so was so disappointed to read this!
I thought the Australian Gold would’ve worked for me since I used to have more oily skin, maybe it wasn’t oily enough. It’s very heavy, almost glue like, dried my skin up and extremely uncomfortable to wear. However, I do appreciate the variety of sunscreens Angie gives us as we are all so different in our needs/preferences.
I have oily mature skin. Australian Gold on its own is too drying. I wear either Beauty of Josean or Summer Fridays as my main sunscreen and I top it off with just a bit of AG as if its my foundation. It's amazing!
The Ethyl Ferulate in sunscreens causes rashes in some people. MyChelle and Babo have this. So does Kosas tint. Found this out because the original Biossance spf ( which caused me massive allergic reaction) was recently reformulated without this ingredient and they announced on their webpage that this had caused problem for their customers so they eliminated it.
@amypovak4750 Oh, thank you so much! I had a bad reaction to the reformulated MyChelle - redness and irritation. I had a severe reaction to the Babo Botanicals with redness, irritation, a rash and swelling that required a visit to urgent care where they prescribed high dose steroids. I don't have sensitive skin nor an allergy to wheat, and these are the only skin products I've ever reacted to. Now I know what ingredient to avoid!
Wow! Thank you so much!! I had the worse contact dermatitis from both Summer Fridays SPF as well as Versed SPF and couldn’t figure out why. They both indeed have Ethyl Ferulate. So grateful to you. This has been plaguing me for years since I couldn’t figure out the culprit. Happy to send you my R&R Sun Serum for your detective work. Shoot me a DM since I’m not sure YT will let me include my email
Yes! Same with MyChelle, Babo and Biossance for me. I am allergic to shell fish and the ethyl ferulate is somehow related (derived?) and I got hives and a rash from Biossance that lasted 8 weeks. I didn’t know they reformulated but I still would be scared to try it. 😳
I don’t have a shellfish allergy…and hope I don’t develop one. But I do have sensitive skin, rosacea and allergies to other things. I don’t know if ethyl ferulate is limited to just spf or if it’s in other cosmetic concoctions but I read labels thoroughly since this has caused me trips to the ER.
Aussie Gold is my year-round GoTo. Under color products, or as a base & primer all by itself. Perfect here in Southern California, even with my rosacea and its moody dry-to-oily patches through the seasons. Hope they never change it!
Angie is the reason I started using sunscreen daily, too. And it began in 2017 with the Australian Gold. I still love it, with the Haruharu Wonder being my favourite chemical sunscreen. I shudder to think what my skin would look like had I not found Angie!
One of my go-to sunscreen for dealing with acne-prone skin is littlllextra rice berry SPF 50+ sunscreen. The major issues I face with a lot of sunscreens are that either they lead to breakouts or they dry out my skin and burn. However, this sunscreen doesn't do this and it applies great under makeup which as an acne-prone girl I nearly daily wear.
I've got super oily skin, and I've also used Rice Berry sunscreen. It’s hands down the best sunscreen I’ve ever tried. No whitecast at all and feels super light. I would highly recommend this to those who have extremely oily skin like me.
Australian Gold has been my ABSOLUTE FAVORITE every single day ever since you introduced it! I use serums and castor oil underneath and have NO issues with drying, and actually like that it dries to a matte finish despite my serums and oil. Love love love it! Also, you cannot beat the price point for the amount of product! Thanks, Angie!
Australian Gold is the BEST for Caribbean heat! Sweat beads formed on top. No breaking down at all. Tap off the sweat and keep it moving. I loved! Very drying underneath indeed that’s why I haven’t repurchased but I might soon!
I love the Australian Gold sunscreen. I started using it several years ago based on Angie's recommendation. I play a lot of pickleball and this is the only sunscreen that doesn't get into my eyes when I sweat. It does have more of a matte finish and my skin tends to be dry, but I still does a beautiful job of protecting my skin and not making my eyes water. I will also use it on my arms and chest. Best sunscreen I have found when doing outdoor activities! ❤
So glad you introduced us all to Haru Haru. I'm not fond of the mineral formulas and this is chemical but non-irritating and works well with makeup. I would never have tried this without your videos!
Have you had any issues with it stinging your eyes if you sweat and it gets in the eyes? Would like to try this but hav an issue with some stinging my eyes, thanks
If they ever discontinue Australian Gold i won't be able to live anymore! I'm so glad Angi introduced us to this. It's sheer perfection for my textured combo skin. It out performs everything I've every tried, low end, high end, tinted moisturizer and foundations! 🙇🏼♀️
Haruharu also makes a mineral sunscreen - it’s untinted and can leave a bit of white cast but otherwise the formula is super nice and never irritates my sensitive dry skin!
I came looking for someone who had mentioned that there are two haruharu sunscreens: the one Angie has that uses newer chemical filters and the mineral one, which is probably what people are asking about. Here's hoping Angie sees one of our comments and tries the mineral one and can add it to the ranks!
I, like many of you, love Australian Gold. It's perfect for the beach. I also use the Neutrogena for my summer makeup. So happy these are on the "list "
I now use the Haruharu as my everyday sunscreen. It’s foolproof, economical and I forget it’s on. I still use the Australian Gold if I’m going to the beach or the pool. It gives me just enough color without makeup and wears like iron. Thanks for all your testing over the years. My skin thanks you too!
You turned me onto Australian Gold Tinted YEARS ago. I've tried everything else,..Australian Gold is AMAZING. It's my ride or die. BEST SPF EVER.... Thank you for recommending it.
#1 Australian Gold, for oily or combo skin. Wears great under makeup. For years, I hated wearing sunscreen on my face because it felt greasy and slimy, and any makeup would slide off. The Australian Gold sets down perfectly! 🌟
Angie, I love your annual sunscreen videos and was hoping you'd do an all-star edition, and here it is! This is so helpful! Thank you for the hard work you put into your videos! It is much appreciated!
Angie, next year, can you include powder sunscreens for touch up’s? And lip balm sunscreens! ❤ Also, I signed on with Agency from the link on your Glam Girl Gabi video. I use it only 2-3 times a week (following my provider’s recommendation) because I’m super sensitive and have rosacea, but wow - I already see a difference in my texture and I’ve had no negative reactions. I love the cleanser and moisturizer too!
Love the Revlon spf 20 Strawberry Kiss tinted lip balm. Has a bit of pink color and is not goopy, but not hard like a chap stick. Lip protection is important!
I’m a huge fan of the Haru Haru sunscreen. It’s great to have a sunscreen that doesn’t irritate, itch, or smell bad. I also find it’s very compatible with makeup. I really appreciate how HotandFlashy puts the work into comparing so many different sunscreens!
The ingredient in the Mychelle SPF that causes the rash for me is the ethyl ferulate (confirmed via dermatology allergy testing) - it’s a derivative of ferulic acid and is a fairly new ingredient in the industry. It’s only in the tinted version, so those who otherwise liked this one might want to check out the un-tinted option. It’s also in Pipette baby mineral SPF 50 sunscreen.
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For me the culprit ingredient in the Mychelle sunscreen is Butyloctyl Salicylate. I confirmed this with another sunscreen that has the same ingredient. I’m so happy Australian Gold was #3. It’s my HG sunscreen.
The Elta MD UV Lements contains Butyloctyl Salicylate which is very close in chemical composition to the chemical sunscreen Octisalate. Colorscience uses it as well. Many brands do. It's used as a booster for UV protection and I think it's fair to say if a sunscreen contains it, it isn't a truly mineral only sunscreen. Not necessarily a problem in the formula, but it's disingenuous for brands to be scaremongers about chemical filters when they're using one.
Hi Angie!!! this was perfect timing....my reliable elta MD changed its formula...to greasy for me now.....and I loved it so much, these are definitely great alternatives...Thank you and appreciate you!!!
Try UV Physical. Unless they reformulated that one since my last tube, it is good for oily skin. I had to add a little more moisturizer for my 62 year old skin.
I’ll happily suffer with a little “flaw” in a sunscreen if it’s priced well. I just can’t justify spending over $20 with the amount you need to use to get the SPF. That’s why I love Cerave and AG. THX Angie! 🎉❤
Hi! Thanks for this video. Haru Haru has a mineral only version that comes in purple packaging. You can try it to give us a review. I think it will be good for combination to oily skin types.
I have been using Australian Gold for years but it can feel a bit too matte for my dry skin. I love the CeraVe but holy oil slick! I mix a drop of CeraVe with a dollop of Australian Gold and the combo is pretty close to perfection. With or without makeup. Thanks for the recs.
Hey Angie! I dont know if I've ever thanked you before, but I found my way to Australian Gold a few years ago from your recommendation. My absolute favorite, under makeup or by itself as a foundation/base. Super product, no irritation of my moody rosacea with seasonally alternating dry and oily areas. I'm in Southern California, so a good SPF is a must every day! Thank you for your exhaustive testing!
ISDIN is terrific, love both their tinted and untinted versions. Excellent coverage, plays well under make up and lasts long. doesn’t sting eyes. My fav in a long while.
Since almost all mineral sunscreens give me that burning sensation, HaruHaru is my everyday, gosh I love this stuff! It actually soothes my skin, if you can believe it. Thank you again for discovering it!!!!♥️
Great video! I have used so many of the sunscreens you talked about today ( thanks to you). As an oily skin girl, I love the Babao and MyChelle sunscreen. It looks like foundation (particularly MyChelle). I am Canadian, I wear the CereVe sunscreen in the winter and Australian Gold in the summer, perfection. I love how you describe each sunscreen and suggest who would it would suit. I will try a couple more of your suggestions. As a Canadian I can’t get some of these sunscreen delivered here, so I will pick them up them up when I am in the states next time.
So surprised not to see Skinceuticals Physical Fusion UV Defense SPF 50 not mentioned! It's my hands down favorite mineral sunscreen, so lightweight and gentle! I'd highly recommend it! I have a gluten allergy and had the same skin rash issues with the sunscreens containing wheat. Finally found this one after years of searching!
Yay Australian Gold in the top 3 !!! Its been my HG for years. Its the only mineral sunscreen that works on my 55 yo , combo oily , darker tan skin. I have not found any other sunscreen that offers deeper shades in a semi matte finish. Do most chemical K- sunscreens lack tinted shade range?
Hi Angie whilst the USA is ahead in many things sunscreen isn’t one of them and I think the Australian or European spfs are the best you can buy. I have extremely dry, rosacea and eczema prone skin which is incredibly reactive to many ingredients including zinc which really dries me out. I use Ultrasun as it’s longwear (tested to be the spf on the bottle after eight hours) and it doesn’t irritate my skin. It’s a combination spf with chemical new filters and titanium dioxide. It’s fragrance free and available in many finishes including tinted, glowy, extra lightweight serum style or even a true gel vehicle. They do a mineral version but I haven’t tried that one as I know it’s drying on my skin and I am happy with the longevity of the normal formula. Far East eg Korean and Japanese formulas have become really popular but few of them are water resistant and ultrasun is so it’s excellent as a beach or everyday spf. It does pass the Australian testing which is the most stringent in the world, but there are many others available in the EU or Australia that may be just as good. I can’t use the old chemical filters at all but there are so many newer chemical filters available in the rest of the world that may be just as gentle (or even more so) than mineral spfs. Best wishes x
✨❤️ISDN tinted is my Holy Grail for every day❤ but for weekend outdoor activities in the hot humid summer or water activity, the Australian Gold is unbeatable ‼️✨
I don't have a wheat allergy but I'm sensitive to coconut & coconut derivatives (which is in SO many hydrating products) which is why I love the Babo Botanicals
Haruharu wonder is my favorite for non-tinted. They do have one that is a thicker consistency and takes a while for the white cast to dry down. Drmtolgy has a tinted matte one now and I like it. It is not extremely matte in the hot weather. I used to love the Australian Gold especially in the summer but can't find the lighter shade. Medium to tan is too dark for me, so I used to mix it half and half with the light shade. Thanks for the review that you do for your viewers.
Been using Australian Gold since 2017 and it has been my go to ever since. It’s very easy to put on and stays all day. Never had any issues with UV protection. I have oily skin and this stay dry all day. Love the matte finish!
Thank you, Angie. These videos are always helpful and informative! I am in the middle of morning skincare and I have my Healthy Skin Lab sunscreen at my fingertips. Yay! I alternate days using it or my Alastin or Elta MD. I sure wish I'd had these sunscreens decades ago then I wouldn't be fighting the sun damage dark spots on my cheeks. It's a daily contest with devices and skincare trying to keep them less noticeable. Sigh!😔
The Australian Gold is my HG sunscreen. It acts as my SPF, moisturizer and primer in the summer. Winter I need a layer of light moisturizer in addition to the SPF. It’s so good. I mix medium and light depending on the time of year.
I use many of your suggestions. I tend to wear different ones at different times. I keep a selection in my rotation. I have tried a few new ones they may be of interest to you. 1. Saint Jane Luxury Sun Ritual pore smoothing SPF30 sunscreen. This looks fantastic under makeup! 2. French line I picked up from my facial person. Alumier tinted sunscreen. I use the Isdin but the tint turns too warm and orange on me. The mineral powder stick from Isdin is a favorite for touch ups during the day. Thanks for another great video!
Angie!! I loved this video ☀️💛🧡 thank you , I went to a cosmetic dermatologist to get a chemical peel and she said I can tell you take care of your skin, that’s the best compliment 🎉 I use sunscreen 🧴 everyday no matter what
Good Morning ,Angie!😊❤ Thanks for organizing these top 15… It was fun to find out where they all ranked. I had about six of them in my rotation at one point or another and found I like them all but for different reasons. It seems I need about 12 sunscreens at a time.. lol.😂 Oh well..summer is here so they will get used up! 😊
All clear on my annual skin cancer screen! Picked up my Elta MD at 20% off at my dermatologist's office during their summer sale. I'd like to try the Haru Haru next time around. Thanks for the great videos.
I love the first aid beauty mineral sunscreen. I used it in Arizona when I was visiting in April but my go to right now has been the Dr Jart BB tinted moisturizer 44 SPF.. I absolutely love it and use it as a foundation on my make up no make up days.
This is exactly what I was wondering after the last sunscreen video for 2024. Thanks for making this video to help answer that and help me choose what to try!
Great run down Angie. Thank you so much for continuing to push the importance of wearing sunscreen every day and to wear the recommended amount of 1/4 tsp. Few do that but we all must continue to push this!!!! I wanted to love the R&R but can’t get past the smell and having combo skin, it’s super shiny on me. Love the Australian Gold and Eltamd. Absolutely love the HaruHaru!
Perfect timing Angle. I can't find sunscreen that doesn't irritate or burn my skin or eyes. Thank you so much for the ranking. I'll be trying some of these. I have high hopes!
I'm glad you talked about the Agency sunscreen - I've been wondering how you like it (I guess I missed the Faves and Fails you did include it in.) Always appreciate your honest, informative videos! THANK YOU!
I LOVE your sunscreen videos! I've lived in the Arizona desert my entire life and need the best I can get. Thank you Angie! I use Australian Gold and Elta MD the most because of you. 😊❤
@@leeannboland631 thabks for the reply! Its getting harder to find the deeper shade of Australian Gold, so needing to search for another true matte formula 😊
Thank you for updates! Midwest Summers require Australian Gold, have been a faithful user since you first reviewed. Mix the Light & med shades for my tone match. I picked up Cerave to try for dog walking in the morning. It NEVER dried down! Back to First Aid Beauty for that.
I love the Haru Haru chemical sunscreen. It works the best under makeup for me since I still have oily skin. On non-makeup days I rotate between the First Aid and Undefined. I am so thankful Angie does these tests for us so we don’t have to!
Well after your recommendation I used Australian gold but now im using it for oil and sweat control product in summer also it makes your skin permanently normal to dry if you are oily person. It is the must in summers.
I look so forward to your sunscreen videos! I know that the Haru Haru is not mineral but I cannot believe how amazing it is! It feels great and is wonderful under makeup, I'm glad that it got "honorable mention". Elta MD & Australian Gold continue to be my favorite minerals. I probably never would have tried them without you. Thank you for continuing to educate us & test sunscreen options for us!
I got a new R and R from the company, and it broke down, too. I also use a 50 on my face every day. I need to find a 50 for my body within the next week as I'm going to the beach. I hate not being able to just sunbathe, but I'm paying the penalties for my youth. I have basal cell carcinoma that comes around every once in a while. My beach chair has a roof, and I have a hat and cover-up. I hope you have a great weekend! Hoping your furbaby is recovering nicely! ~lori❤
Your vaca sounds lovely Lori! Furbaby is doing great! Have you tried Banana Boat Light As Air? It's SPF 50 & one of my fave body sunscreens! Also love Hawaiian Tropic Sheer Touch SPF 50!
I will try one of those! Thank you. My old dog was petrified of fireworks and these two aren't and they are coming with. I get to see fireworks for the first time in a loooong time! Plus we are right across the street from my daughter's in laws. They own there. Its my birthday and my SILs birthday! So, yeah. I think it will be fun!@@AngieHotandFlashy
The Australian Gold is THE one for summer in hot humid weather. I love the matte finish and it wears all day, even if you sweat and swim. The flip side is it's hard to remove. I use cetaphil or cera ve cream first, and then wash it off with cleanser. I wish it came in more shades bc the lightest one is a tiny smidge too dark for my porcelain skin. But it's still my favorite sunscreen of all time - so far! Thanks Angie, for this useful video! ❤
I still love R&R Undefined and i also just bought the Haru haru which I like a lot. I'm going to give the Australian gold another shot but it sometimes made my face feel itchy. Because of you Angie, i now wear sunscreen everyday! Thank you for this great video! 😘
My favorite is the Elta MD UV Sport SPF 50. The white cast rubs in to clear, it is not greasy, but a tad shine (dewy). It doesn't make me break out & makes my skin look younger at 69 years old.
I’ve been loving your recommendations for years, but recently I saw Naked Sundays mineral tinted spf and tried it out. I really enjoyed it with and without makeup, I’ve been using Australian gold for years… but I think the naked Sunday ties… over 20% zinc oxide, water resistant and applies beautifully but… slightly more expensive than AG mineral tinted
So glad to see Australian Gold still ranking so high on the list. It has been my HG for the beach since you first talked about it in 2017!
It's just so good!! I can't imagine it ever not being in the top 5!
This has been the 1 sunscreen that I always fall back on. I recently got my tretinoin RX bumped up to .14% and now it’s drying me out! LOL
Me too!! And inexpensive too.
Same - I love it!
I love the finish of it but even the lightest shade is a bit dark on me until I get a tan.
Angie is the GOAT on sunscreen reviewing!
I like how women help other women with ideas and products that are good
Wow we reached the time for an “All stars”!
Yep! 9 years of testing!
For me, the Australian Gold is that elusive combination of perfectly matte without any drying.
In the latest Consumer Reports they tested sunscreens and Australian Gold rated 18 out of 100 with poor UVA and SPF, delivering only a Average Tested SPF of 4. I really loved this sunscreen the best for my oilier skin so was so disappointed to read this!
@@karenslygh1210 that is sad because I love that it's drier for my oily skin.
I thought the Australian Gold would’ve worked for me since I used to have more oily skin, maybe it wasn’t oily enough. It’s very heavy, almost glue like, dried my skin up and extremely uncomfortable to wear.
However, I do appreciate the variety of sunscreens Angie gives us as we are all so different in our needs/preferences.
Dearly wish I could use this sunscreen. It pulls out every bit of moisture in my skin. 😤
I have oily mature skin. Australian Gold on its own is too drying. I wear either Beauty of Josean or Summer Fridays as my main sunscreen and I top it off with just a bit of AG as if its my foundation. It's amazing!
The Ethyl Ferulate in sunscreens causes rashes in some people. MyChelle and Babo have this. So does Kosas tint. Found this out because the original Biossance spf ( which caused me massive allergic reaction) was recently reformulated without this ingredient and they announced on their webpage that this had caused problem for their customers so they eliminated it.
@amypovak4750 Oh, thank you so much! I had a bad reaction to the reformulated MyChelle - redness and irritation. I had a severe reaction to the Babo Botanicals with redness, irritation, a rash and swelling that required a visit to urgent care where they prescribed high dose steroids. I don't have sensitive skin nor an allergy to wheat, and these are the only skin products I've ever reacted to. Now I know what ingredient to avoid!
Thanks so much, good to know!!
Wow! Thank you so much!! I had the worse contact dermatitis from both Summer Fridays SPF as well as Versed SPF and couldn’t figure out why. They both indeed have Ethyl Ferulate. So grateful to you.
This has been plaguing me for years since I couldn’t figure out the culprit. Happy to send you my R&R Sun Serum for your detective work. Shoot me a DM since I’m not sure YT will let me include my email
Yes! Same with MyChelle, Babo and Biossance for me. I am allergic to shell fish and the ethyl ferulate is somehow related (derived?) and I got hives and a rash from Biossance that lasted 8 weeks. I didn’t know they reformulated but I still would be scared to try it. 😳
I don’t have a shellfish allergy…and hope I don’t develop one. But I do have sensitive skin, rosacea and allergies to other things. I don’t know if ethyl ferulate is limited to just spf or if it’s in other cosmetic concoctions but I read labels thoroughly since this has caused me trips to the ER.
Australian Gold is my holy grail for my oily skin.
same❤
Australian Gold is my go to in the summer
I'm 68 with oily skin and I love the Australian Gold except they need more shades. The medium/tan is too dark for my light/medium skin.
Aussie Gold is my year-round GoTo. Under color products, or as a base & primer all by itself. Perfect here in Southern California, even with my rosacea and its moody dry-to-oily patches through the seasons. Hope they never change it!
It’s great for humid hot summers but I do find it more drying than others. This summer has been pretty cool in Canada so I haven’t been using
I’ve said this before you are the reason I started using sunscreen! I love the Australian Gold and use it everyday!
Yay! My work here is done!!
Angie is the reason I started using sunscreen daily, too. And it began in 2017 with the Australian Gold. I still love it, with the Haruharu Wonder being my favourite chemical sunscreen. I shudder to think what my skin would look like had I not found Angie!
One of my go-to sunscreen for dealing with acne-prone skin is littlllextra rice berry SPF 50+ sunscreen. The major issues I face with a lot of sunscreens are that either they lead to breakouts or they dry out my skin and burn. However, this sunscreen doesn't do this and it applies great under makeup which as an acne-prone girl I nearly daily wear.
I've got super oily skin, and I've also used Rice Berry sunscreen. It’s hands down the best sunscreen I’ve ever tried. No whitecast at all and feels super light. I would highly recommend this to those who have extremely oily skin like me.
Australian Gold has been my ABSOLUTE FAVORITE every single day ever since you introduced it! I use serums and castor oil underneath and have NO issues with drying, and actually like that it dries to a matte finish despite my serums and oil. Love love love it! Also, you cannot beat the price point for the amount of product! Thanks, Angie!
For me exactly the same, I'm even not interested in trying something else!
Australian Gold is the BEST for Caribbean heat! Sweat beads formed on top. No breaking down at all. Tap off the sweat and keep it moving. I loved! Very drying underneath indeed that’s why I haven’t repurchased but I might soon!
I love the Australian Gold sunscreen. I started using it several years ago based on Angie's recommendation. I play a lot of pickleball and this is the only sunscreen that doesn't get into my eyes when I sweat. It does have more of a matte finish and my skin tends to be dry, but I still does a beautiful job of protecting my skin and not making my eyes water. I will also use it on my arms and chest. Best sunscreen I have found when doing outdoor activities! ❤
Hi, does Australian gold sunscreen burn eyes?
I love the Australian Gold sunscreen and I'm still using it. It's beautiful on its own and under makeup too.
So glad you introduced us all to Haru Haru. I'm not fond of the mineral formulas and this is chemical but non-irritating and works well with makeup. I would never have tried this without your videos!
Absolutely Love the Haru Haru!
Works Perfectly with my skin❤️
I don't like the scent at first, but it diminishes quickly. After it sets, it's truly great.
Have you had any issues with it stinging your eyes if you sweat and it gets in the eyes? Would like to try this but hav an issue with some stinging my eyes, thanks
I agree!
Love the Haru Haru sunscreen! Bought it for $12 on Amazon. Works well under makeup and NO stinging of eyes
If they ever discontinue Australian Gold i won't be able to live anymore! I'm so glad Angi introduced us to this. It's sheer perfection for my textured combo skin. It out performs everything I've every tried, low end, high end, tinted moisturizer and foundations! 🙇🏼♀️
Haruharu also makes a mineral sunscreen - it’s untinted and can leave a bit of white cast but otherwise the formula is super nice and never irritates my sensitive dry skin!
I came looking for someone who had mentioned that there are two haruharu sunscreens: the one Angie has that uses newer chemical filters and the mineral one, which is probably what people are asking about. Here's hoping Angie sees one of our comments and tries the mineral one and can add it to the ranks!
@@MaraJrianne YES! Hope Angie reads this and adds it to her next trial.
Bought Haru Haru based on her recommendation and GROSS. It was so sticky and the stickiness never dissipated.
I, like many of you, love Australian Gold. It's perfect for the beach. I also use the Neutrogena for my summer makeup. So happy these are on the "list "
I now use the Haruharu as my everyday sunscreen. It’s foolproof, economical and I forget it’s on. I still use the Australian Gold if I’m going to the beach or the pool. It gives me just enough color without makeup and wears like iron. Thanks for all your testing over the years. My skin thanks you too!
THANK YOU for all the great thorough research you do for us !
You turned me onto Australian Gold Tinted YEARS ago. I've tried everything else,..Australian Gold is AMAZING. It's my ride or die. BEST SPF EVER.... Thank you for recommending it.
#1 Australian Gold, for oily or combo skin. Wears great under makeup. For years, I hated wearing sunscreen on my face because it felt greasy and slimy, and any makeup would slide off. The Australian Gold sets down perfectly! 🌟
So excited for this. Best extensive ranking ever!!
Thanks Penn!! 💜
Angie, I love your annual sunscreen videos and was hoping you'd do an all-star edition, and here it is! This is so helpful! Thank you for the hard work you put into your videos! It is much appreciated!
Angie, next year, can you include powder sunscreens for touch up’s? And lip balm sunscreens! ❤ Also, I signed on with Agency from the link on your Glam Girl Gabi video. I use it only 2-3 times a week (following my provider’s recommendation) because I’m super sensitive and have rosacea, but wow - I already see a difference in my texture and I’ve had no negative reactions. I love the cleanser and moisturizer too!
I'd also love to hear Angie's reviews on powder sunscreens
Love the Revlon spf 20 Strawberry Kiss tinted lip balm. Has a bit of pink color and is not goopy, but not hard like a chap stick. Lip protection is important!
I use the Derma E powdered sunscreen 30SPF. It is in a tube with a built in brush. Great for touch ups and keeps the shine down.
Babo is my favorite! How about doing a video for body sunscreen? 😎
Sunscreen is so important, so I truly appreciate all the time and effort that goes into your videos!!! Thank you very much!💕
Yes! Using sunscreen daily for 10 years has made a huge difference in my skin!!
As a perfume sensitive sister I appreciate you sharing fragranced options versus unscented 💗 thank you
sameee!! I especially hate scents so close to my nose 😵💫
I'd love to see your favorite BB/CC high SPF with medium coverage.. I want an all in one that looks good by itself! ❤
I love the Color Science SPF. Sometimes I use it instead of foundation. I’ll mix fair, medium and glow. It looks nice.
In humid Florida, ColorScience is the only one that holds up for me.
I’m a huge fan of the Haru Haru sunscreen. It’s great to have a sunscreen that doesn’t irritate, itch, or smell bad. I also find it’s very compatible with makeup. I really appreciate how HotandFlashy puts the work into comparing so many different sunscreens!
The ingredient in the Mychelle SPF that causes the rash for me is the ethyl ferulate (confirmed via dermatology allergy testing) - it’s a derivative of ferulic acid and is a fairly new ingredient in the industry. It’s only in the tinted version, so those who otherwise liked this one might want to check out the un-tinted option. It’s also in Pipette baby mineral SPF 50 sunscreen.
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For me the culprit ingredient in the Mychelle sunscreen is Butyloctyl Salicylate. I confirmed this with another sunscreen that has the same ingredient. I’m so happy Australian Gold was #3. It’s my HG sunscreen.
Butyloctly Salicylate can be irritating & it's being used more & more in mineral sunscreens...
Good to know. I believe that's the booster that's been added to some mineral sunscreens to up the SPF rating.
I wonder if that’s what’s in the reformulated Elta MD UV elements? It gave me a rash on my neck. I never had a problem with the original one.
So I checked and it doesn’t have this ingredient, but the Cetaphil face liquid spf 50 does, and I used it on my neck 😕
The Elta MD UV Lements contains Butyloctyl Salicylate which is very close in chemical composition to the chemical sunscreen Octisalate. Colorscience uses it as well. Many brands do. It's used as a booster for UV protection and I think it's fair to say if a sunscreen contains it, it isn't a truly mineral only sunscreen. Not necessarily a problem in the formula, but it's disingenuous for brands to be scaremongers about chemical filters when they're using one.
Did it always? The new one makes my skin slightly irritated, never did before.
Thank you for this video! Still wish the Elta md hadn’t been reformulated😢but have ordered the healthy labs and looking forward to trying it!
Hi Angie!!! this was perfect timing....my reliable elta MD changed its formula...to greasy for me now.....and I loved it so much, these are definitely great alternatives...Thank you and appreciate you!!!
Try UV Physical. Unless they reformulated that one since my last tube, it is good for oily skin. I had to add a little more moisturizer for my 62 year old skin.
I’ll happily suffer with a little “flaw” in a sunscreen if it’s priced well. I just can’t justify spending over $20 with the amount you need to use to get the SPF. That’s why I love Cerave and AG. THX Angie! 🎉❤
I think I have seen almost all of your 9 years of these. Such a great video. And so helpful
Hi! Thanks for this video.
Haru Haru has a mineral only version that comes in purple packaging. You can try it to give us a review. I think it will be good for combination to oily skin types.
I tried it but it left a strong white cast...
I have been using Australian Gold for years but it can feel a bit too matte for my dry skin.
I love the CeraVe but holy oil slick!
I mix a drop of CeraVe with a dollop of Australian Gold and the combo is pretty close to perfection. With or without makeup.
Thanks for the recs.
Hey Angie! I dont know if I've ever thanked you before, but I found my way to Australian Gold a few years ago from your recommendation. My absolute favorite, under makeup or by itself as a foundation/base. Super product, no irritation of my moody rosacea with seasonally alternating dry and oily areas. I'm in Southern California, so a good SPF is a must every day! Thank you for your exhaustive testing!
I love the former ELTA MD formula. I recently bought the former version on the Walmart website.
I feel the same! I managed to recently find a two pack of the original on Amazon. I’ll be sad when I can’t get it anymore.
Love this and your other sunscreen videos! Surprised Paula’s Choice didn’t make the cut.
Me too! The Super Light Wrinkle Defense SPF 30 is excellent!
I had wished for this video, and I jumped on it when I saw it. Thank you…you are my ‘holy grail’ for all things skin-related❣️
Yes just in time for summer! Still loving the Haru Haru. Boy I have really got to concentrate on reapply thru out the day - I forget to do that!
ISDIN is terrific, love both their tinted and untinted versions. Excellent coverage, plays well under make up and lasts long. doesn’t sting eyes. My fav in a long while.
What a great, comprehensive and informative video, thanks for sharing❤️
Since almost
all mineral sunscreens give me that burning sensation, HaruHaru is my everyday, gosh I love this stuff!
It actually soothes my skin, if you can believe it. Thank you again for discovering it!!!!♥️
Great video! I have used so many of the sunscreens you talked about today ( thanks to you). As an oily skin girl, I love the Babao and MyChelle sunscreen. It looks like foundation (particularly MyChelle). I am Canadian, I wear the CereVe sunscreen in the winter and Australian Gold in the summer, perfection. I love how you describe each sunscreen and suggest who would it would suit. I will try a couple more of your suggestions. As a Canadian I can’t get some of these sunscreen delivered here, so I will pick them up them up when I am in the states next time.
I LOVE that you did an all star series. Love your reviews so much, so thorough.
My ultimate favorite sunscreen is Australian gold, it's great!!❤😊
So surprised not to see Skinceuticals
Physical Fusion UV Defense SPF 50 not mentioned! It's my hands down favorite mineral sunscreen, so lightweight and gentle! I'd highly recommend it! I have a gluten allergy and had the same skin rash issues with the sunscreens containing wheat. Finally found this one after years of searching!
No one gives it any love. I think it's fantastic!
I have a pre-cancer spot on my face at 51 so your list is my go-to now! Mychelle works and I have to try the Australian Gold.
Hoping to see you try the new Olay Sensitive Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 with colloidal oatmeal and zinc oxide. It is wonderful!
Yay Australian Gold in the top 3 !!! Its been my HG for years. Its the only mineral sunscreen that works on my 55 yo , combo oily , darker tan skin. I have not found any other sunscreen that offers deeper shades in a semi matte finish.
Do most chemical K- sunscreens lack tinted shade range?
Hi Angie whilst the USA is ahead in many things sunscreen isn’t one of them and I think the Australian or European spfs are the best you can buy. I have extremely dry, rosacea and eczema prone skin which is incredibly reactive to many ingredients including zinc which really dries me out. I use Ultrasun as it’s longwear (tested to be the spf on the bottle after eight hours) and it doesn’t irritate my skin. It’s a combination spf with chemical new filters and titanium dioxide. It’s fragrance free and available in many finishes including tinted, glowy, extra lightweight serum style or even a true gel vehicle. They do a mineral version but I haven’t tried that one as I know it’s drying on my skin and I am happy with the longevity of the normal formula. Far East eg Korean and Japanese formulas have become really popular but few of them are water resistant and ultrasun is so it’s excellent as a beach or everyday spf. It does pass the Australian testing which is the most stringent in the world, but there are many others available in the EU or Australia that may be just as good. I can’t use the old chemical filters at all but there are so many newer chemical filters available in the rest of the world that may be just as gentle (or even more so) than mineral spfs. Best wishes x
I couldn’t agree more 👍🏻
I ordered your #1 pick. Thanks! I also started tretinoin through agency per your rave review of it (also dark spot formula). 👍🏻
I tried the Australian Gold sunscreen per your recommendation and it blew my mind. Bringing it on my poolside resort vacation next week 😎☀
✨❤️ISDN tinted is my Holy Grail for every day❤ but for weekend outdoor activities in the hot humid summer or water activity, the Australian Gold is unbeatable ‼️✨
I don't have a wheat allergy but I'm sensitive to coconut & coconut derivatives (which is in SO many hydrating products) which is why I love the Babo Botanicals
Haruharu wonder is my favorite for non-tinted. They do have one that is a thicker consistency and takes a while for the white cast to dry down. Drmtolgy has a tinted matte one now and I like it. It is not extremely matte in the hot weather. I used to love the Australian Gold especially in the summer but can't find the lighter shade. Medium to tan is too dark for me, so I used to mix it half and half with the light shade.
Thanks for the review that you do for your viewers.
I totally agree with you
Been using Australian Gold since 2017 and it has been my go to ever since. It’s very easy to put on and stays all day. Never had any issues with UV protection. I have oily skin and this stay dry all day. Love the matte finish!
Thank you, Angie. These videos are always helpful and informative! I am in the middle of morning skincare and I have my Healthy Skin Lab sunscreen at my fingertips. Yay! I alternate days using it or my Alastin or Elta MD. I sure wish I'd had these sunscreens decades ago then I wouldn't be fighting the sun damage dark spots on my cheeks. It's a daily contest with devices and skincare trying to keep them less noticeable. Sigh!😔
I wish we had better sunscreens back in the day too!
The Australian Gold is my HG sunscreen. It acts as my SPF, moisturizer and primer in the summer. Winter I need a layer of light moisturizer in addition to the SPF. It’s so good. I mix medium and light depending on the time of year.
I use many of your suggestions. I tend to wear different ones at different times. I keep a selection in my rotation. I have tried a few new ones they may be of interest to you. 1. Saint Jane Luxury Sun Ritual pore smoothing SPF30 sunscreen. This looks fantastic under makeup! 2. French line I picked up from my facial person. Alumier tinted sunscreen.
I use the Isdin but the tint turns too warm and orange on me. The mineral powder stick from Isdin is a favorite for touch ups during the day. Thanks for another great video!
Angie!! I loved this video ☀️💛🧡 thank you , I went to a cosmetic dermatologist to get a chemical peel and she said I can tell you take care of your skin, that’s the best compliment 🎉 I use sunscreen 🧴 everyday no matter what
Good Morning ,Angie!😊❤ Thanks for organizing these top 15… It was fun to find out where they all ranked. I had about six of them in my rotation at one point or another and found I like them all but for different reasons. It seems I need about 12 sunscreens at a time.. lol.😂 Oh well..summer is here so they will get used up! 😊
Hi Angie! GREAT video! I'm so happy you mentioned haruharu wonder -- I use it every day and love it. Thanks again for wonderful and smart content.
I would love to see this video updated every year ❤
So early for this! Love all ur mineral sunscreen videos 😊💕 Always decide what to purchase based on your videos 😊👍🏻
Oh yay! I'm so happy I've helped you to find a sunscreen you love!
All clear on my annual skin cancer screen! Picked up my Elta MD at 20% off at my dermatologist's office during their summer sale. I'd like to try the Haru Haru next time around. Thanks for the great videos.
Great news! I just had my annual skin check too & all good here! 💜
Hi Angie! Love your videos! Please consider doing an updated “Makeup 101” with all of your brushes and new product favorites. I need help! 😂
I love the first aid beauty mineral sunscreen. I used it in Arizona when I was visiting in April but my go to right now has been the Dr Jart BB tinted moisturizer 44 SPF.. I absolutely love it and use it as a foundation on my make up no make up days.
This is exactly what I was wondering after the last sunscreen video for 2024. Thanks for making this video to help answer that and help me choose what to try!
Great run down Angie. Thank you so much for continuing to push the importance of wearing sunscreen every day and to wear the recommended amount of 1/4 tsp. Few do that but we all must continue to push this!!!!
I wanted to love the R&R but can’t get past the smell and having combo skin, it’s super shiny on me. Love the Australian Gold and Eltamd. Absolutely love the HaruHaru!
Australian Gold is my fav, on my 4th tube!
Australian gold has been my go to and I got my husband and cousin hooked ❤
Perfect timing Angle. I can't find sunscreen that doesn't irritate or burn my skin or eyes. Thank you so much for the ranking. I'll be trying some of these. I have high hopes!
I found the HaruHaru Wonder SPF from you, Angie and it has been my favorite this year!
You should try Dr Sam's Bunting mineral suncreen it's great for normal/combination/oily skin and looks great under makeup even in the summer.
Thank you, Angi! I love the Haru Haru, wish it came in a tinted form. It’s the first sunscreen that I have been consistent with. Have a lovely day!
Awesome!!
I'm glad you talked about the Agency sunscreen - I've been wondering how you like it (I guess I missed the Faves and Fails you did include it in.) Always appreciate your honest, informative videos! THANK YOU!
A bunch of people asked about it on this year's testing video so I wanted to include it here!
Omg, the skin lab one works so well with makeup! I’m pretty shocked. Amazing as a primer
I LOVE your sunscreen videos! I've lived in the Arizona desert my entire life and need the best I can get. Thank you Angie! I use Australian Gold and Elta MD the most because of you. 😊❤
I kept waiting for drmtlgy physical tinted spf. You have the BEST sunscreen round ups! Thanks lady
They have a matte formula that ive been wanting to try out
I love it - my favorite for my sensitive skin.
@@leeannboland631 thabks for the reply! Its getting harder to find the deeper shade of Australian Gold, so needing to search for another true matte formula 😊
@@midlifemom5829 me too I’m no,ding out for at least the 25 percent sale.
Thank you for updates! Midwest Summers require Australian Gold, have been a faithful user since you first reviewed. Mix the Light & med shades for my tone match. I picked up Cerave to try for dog walking in the morning. It NEVER dried down! Back to First Aid Beauty for that.
I love the Haru Haru chemical sunscreen. It works the best under makeup for me since I still have oily skin. On non-makeup days I rotate between the First Aid and Undefined. I am so thankful Angie does these tests for us so we don’t have to!
Well after your recommendation I used Australian gold but now im using it for oil and sweat control product in summer also it makes your skin permanently normal to dry if you are oily person. It is the must in summers.
I look so forward to your sunscreen videos! I know that the Haru Haru is not mineral but I cannot believe how amazing it is! It feels great and is wonderful under makeup, I'm glad that it got "honorable mention". Elta MD & Australian Gold continue to be my favorite minerals. I probably never would have tried them without you. Thank you for continuing to educate us & test sunscreen options for us!
I do love the best of the best videos for the very reasons you spoke about: was there a reformulation, is it discontinued, etc. thanks for doing this!
I got a new R and R from the company, and it broke down, too. I also use a 50 on my face every day. I need to find a 50 for my body within the next week as I'm going to the beach. I hate not being able to just sunbathe, but I'm paying the penalties for my youth. I have basal cell carcinoma that comes around every once in a while. My beach chair has a roof, and I have a hat and cover-up. I hope you have a great weekend! Hoping your furbaby is recovering nicely! ~lori❤
Your vaca sounds lovely Lori! Furbaby is doing great! Have you tried Banana Boat Light As Air? It's SPF 50 & one of my fave body sunscreens! Also love Hawaiian Tropic Sheer Touch SPF 50!
I will try one of those! Thank you. My old dog was petrified of fireworks and these two aren't and they are coming with. I get to see fireworks for the first time in a loooong time! Plus we are right across the street from my daughter's in laws. They own there. Its my birthday and my SILs birthday! So, yeah. I think it will be fun!@@AngieHotandFlashy
The Australian Gold is THE one for summer in hot humid weather. I love the matte finish and it wears all day, even if you sweat and swim. The flip side is it's hard to remove. I use cetaphil or cera ve cream first, and then wash it off with cleanser. I wish it came in more shades bc the lightest one is a tiny smidge too dark for my porcelain skin. But it's still my favorite sunscreen of all time - so far! Thanks Angie, for this useful video! ❤
I still love R&R Undefined and i also just bought the Haru haru which I like a lot. I'm going to give the Australian gold another shot but it sometimes made my face feel itchy. Because of you Angie, i now wear sunscreen everyday!
Thank you for this great video! 😘
R&R works so well for me for last.few.yrs. Just enough tint to give me a.bit of coverage but very thin and easy to apply.
This is the first video of your’s that I’ve watched!! Loved it! Thanks, Angie😊❤
Do you like the Alastin sunscreen? There seems to be a lot of hype around that one these days! BTW, great video, very informative!❤️
My favorite is the Elta MD UV Sport SPF 50. The white cast rubs in to clear, it is not greasy, but a tad shine (dewy). It doesn't make me break out & makes my skin look younger at 69 years old.
That's awesome, but it's not a mineral sunscreen, it uses the chemical sunscreen filters that irritate my skin so I can't use it 😔
Wonderful review. As always really thorough and helpful. Thank you for all your hard work.
I’ve been loving your recommendations for years, but recently I saw Naked Sundays mineral tinted spf and tried it out. I really enjoyed it with and without makeup, I’ve been using Australian gold for years… but I think the naked Sunday ties… over 20% zinc oxide, water resistant and applies beautifully but… slightly more expensive than AG mineral tinted
Thank you so much for doing this video! It was so helpful to hear you compare these and see how you’re feeling about them now. ❤
Always find good sunscreens with your reviews - thank you!! Curious Angie do you derma-plane your skin? If so, do you do it yourself?