La Roche-Posay® Anthelios XL Ultra Light SPF50+ Reviews

Now i'll start off by saying the bottle is just SOOOOOO cute. On the surface it looks tiny but it's a 50ml bottle, but don't be deceived ladies it appears that good things come in small packages.

The first time you use it the product comes out quite quickly as it's very liquid so that is a bit of a watch out. It does warn you to shake well but this didn't really impact the speed the product came out of the bottle, but that said, once I got used to it it was fine.

This product is specifically designed for sensitive and sun intolerant skin so it's non perfumed. And the good thing is that the smell of it is really inoffensive.

The product claims to be ultra light and a BIG tick for that it literally sinks into your skin and disappears which is a big tick. It's non greasy and you can easily wear it under your make up.

This is a purse sized pack, it's not designed for full body coverage so don't expect to be lathering your body in it from head to toe. But it's so perfect to keep in your handbag to top up during the day for face and hands or to give to the kids. I love it and it will come in so handy. I'm off overseas in a few weeks and this will be coming with me for sure.

I'm really happy that I got to try this sunscreen. I think it's important to use a sunscreen with a high SPF and it comes in a great size to hold and take around with you. It comes out quite runny, which isn't ideal for a product on the pricey side. However a little does go a long way. This product definitely lives up to the lightweight name and is not oily or greasy. I loved this in comparison to other brands as my skin is prone to breakouts, the last thing I want is to have to deal with greasy sunscreen to protect my skin. I also like that it doesn't have that old sunscreen smell. It's a little thicker than moisturiser, is easily absorbed and I found that it blended in well underneath my foundation. I wore the sunscreen out in the sun for at least 4 hours and didn't get burnt, but it doesn't actually state a duration of cover. I found it unusual that it comes out from a little like nozzle, but it's easy to use - just remember to shake the bottle! All in all, this was a great product I will definitely use again. It does what it says it will with non greasy, light coverage.

The only reason I've given it 4/5 for recommendation is the price for the size that it is.

ZOMG what is in this weird little bottle?!

Well I'm no chemist, but I can only assume...the best sunscreen in the whole wide world!

SPF 50 for this pale girl is great. I usually rely on layering products containing SPF (moisturiser, primer, foundation) for protection because I find using a solo sun lotion just doesn't work with my makeup. I know, vanity run amok!

This little gem from LRP is lightweight and applies great- you don't need much, so just be careful not to squirt too much out.

What I love about this product, and why I'd pay full price for it, is that its almost like the ultimate primer - my makeup sat on top better than it does with my current primer!

I like you can fit it easily in your handbag or even jeans pocket!

There are many things i like about this ultra light spf 50. It doesnt leave my skin feeling irritated - altho i wouldnt say that i have sensitive skin. It doesnt leave my skin feeling any oilier than normal - i do seem to get an oily tzone by the end of the day and this does not add to that. It feels extremly light weight as the product describes itself, it is also nice and thin to smooth over my face. And the packaging is super cute, unlike anything i have ever owned or used before - its quite slim and small, perfect for slipping in your handbag or packing for travel. I would quite happily use this on my whole family. Wearing this spf under makeup i havent noticed that it changes the texture or longevity of my makeup which is a bonus.

Lets get the (teeny tiny) elephant out of the room.

This is the world's smallest sunscreen bottle. I would imagine. How is it 50ml? Is it the Tardis? Like compared to my 50ml moisturisers it's still so darn small!

Anyhoo, I've decided to trust that La Roche-Posay aren't having me on and that there is in fact 50ml in this cute asymmetric container.

The packaging by the way - genius. Sturdy, so no chance of leaks on the move, and the nozzle allows you to get just the right amount. Which by the way, is actually very little. This is a really liquidy liquid. Fragrance free and smooth, it spreads well and doesn't sit on the skin for ages.

You might be used to slathering sunscreen on, but with the Anthelios you can confidently apply it like a moisturiser I think. A nice, light layer.

I suffered no reactions to the product itself, and in spite of gardening lots in some stunning Spring weather, my face suffered no ill-effects from the sun.

I LOVE this product. LOVE IT!

I have sensitive oily/dry combination skin and get Keratosis Pilaris and was pleasantly surprised that I got no reaction to this stuff at all, no drying out or reaction to the ingredients and it also DID NOT worsen my KP on the areas that it was applied to, BIG BONUS FOR ME! As it is my biggest and most central skin concern. I was surprised to find this product is a liquid so be careful when you first open it not to squirt it out, being a liquid it spread very easily and went for miles and absorbed really well. While it may be a small 50ml bottle the fact that it was such a spreadable and absorbent liquid made sure that it still went far enough for it to be worth my while, especially given how hard it can be for me to find something that agrees with my skin. No waiting time to put on clothing with a very, very MILD sunscreen smell, which never interfered or overwhelmed the scent of my perfume. I honestly think my antiperspirant deodorant has a stronger smell than this product. I will say even though it absorbed really well my liquid foundation didn't agree with it but my mineral powder was quite happy to co-exist so maybe stick to powder coverage when wearing make up with this sunscreen. Currently $31.99 at Life pharmacy it is on the pricey side for a sunscreen but if you have skin issues like mine you know its well worth the investment to avoid those types of reactions.

I often hate having to put sunscreen on my face as it can feel heavy and oily but not this.

It felt light and wasn't greasy on my skin. My skin is very sensitive and I had no issues at all with it.

Having very fair skin too, I love that it is SPF50+.

My makeup also stayed on well over top.

The bottle is only small at 50ml, but like other La Roche Posay products (which I love all I have tried y the way), a little goes a long way.

This sunscreen has a strange texture. It doesn't feel as thick as most sunscreens but it is super easy to apply. It has a nice spout that allows you to put the right amount in your hands to rub on your face. It is instantly absorbed and leaves no white streaks. My 10year old son did not like the texture, he said it feels funny. There is no smell and you can't really feel it once you have applied it. Unfortunately I was unable to test its ability to prevent sunburn because the weather has been terrible for the majority of the time I have had it. I was a little shocked at how small the bottle is though, it wouldn't last my family of 4 very long.

I was lucky enough to be selected to trial this and Wow!! hardly covers my reaction. I work outdoors so sunscreen is a necessity. One of my biggest gripes though is when it gets hot that most sunscreens end up running in my eyes which this one didn't. The 50ml bottle looks like a shrunk-down pump bottle but actually has a nozzle. The fluid is white, mainly scent free and quite runny but is very easy to apply and absorbs into my dry skin quickly. Even when outside in direct sun I never got burnt so I believe the 50SPF label on the bottle as I have been burnt with lesser sunscreens in similar conditions before. The price tag (about $35 for the 50mls) might seem a bit high but it really is worth every penny.

I'm obsessed with this sunscreen and I don't think I will ever use anything else. The formula is really runny but it absorsed so qiickly into my skin. It's not greasy or shiny, there is no "white tint" on your skin as the formula is a pale yellow and I love the cute packaging. My only gripe is that for the amount you get, it is kinda pricy but in saying that, the formula is amazing.