UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46 — Reddit Reviews
by EltaMD
Updated August 18, 2026
Niacinamide sunscreen balances oil and calms redness; pricey and may pill.
What the community says
A hybrid sunscreen with zinc oxide and chemical filters that targets acne-prone and sensitive skin by incorporating niacinamide and azelaic acid. It feels lightweight and layers well but can pill and irritate those sensitive to niacinamide. Price is a common downside.
What this means for you
Backed by 20 threads from r/SkincareAddiction, r/30PlusSkinCare and 5 more.
Read the threads ↓What people love
- Niacinamide and azelaic acid soothe redness and pigmentation
- Lightweight texture good under makeup
- Non-comedogenic and suitable for acne-prone skin
Watch out for
- Pricier than drugstore sunscreens
- May cause irritation or breakouts if sensitive to niacinamide
- Prone to pilling if layered too quickly
Product details
Use caution
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Real Reddit threads — 244 mentions across 20 threads
EltaMD UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46 on Reddit, in one place — 20 threads from r/SkincareAddiction, r/30PlusSkinCare and 5 more, summarized.
“However, I changed my sunscreen to Elta MD UV clear around 2 weeks ago.”
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“My skin has been loving it and it feels more ‘elegant’ (idk the exact term) than the LRP one.”
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“I really like the Elta MD UV clear sunscreen too.”
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“EltaMD UV Clear SPF 46 sunscreen.”
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“I do wear sunscreen every day.”
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“Yes, sunscreen every day!”
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“EltaMD UV Clear.”
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“Amazing, HG sunscreen under makeup.”
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“Not sticky, not chemical, no smell. 💯”
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“EltaMD UV Clear is formulated specifically for acne- and rosacea-prone skin”
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“Someone with oily as hell skin and acne lmk which of these worked for you.”
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“I have oily and acne prone skin.”
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“I'm an EltaMD lover, but that's limited to their UV Skin Recovery (green tint), UV Clear, and the UV Daily tinted.”
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“UV Clear”
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“I'm an EltaMD lover”
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“although I usually use EltaMD on face”
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“also why Elta MD is not here? :D”
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“I’ve done the coppertone on face frequently also with no issues.”
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Other variants in this line
Same formula family — here’s what changes between them.
- OriginalYou’re here
UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46
244 mentions
TintedUV Clear Tinted Broad-Spectrum SPF 46
85 mentions
11 of 14 traits shared
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