UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46 — Reddit Reviews
by EltaMD
Updated August 23, 2026
Niacinamide sunscreen protects sensitive, acne-prone skin; expensive with potential irritation.
What the community says
A broad-spectrum SPF 46 sunscreen with niacinamide, azelaic acid, and hyaluronic acid targets acne and redness-prone skin. Its lightweight, moisturizing feel suits many but irritates some rosacea and sensitive skin users. Price and occasional pilling under makeup are downsides.
What this means for you
Backed by 20 threads from r/SkincareAddiction, r/30PlusSkinCare and 4 more.
Read the threads ↓What people love
- Niacinamide and azelaic acid help calm redness and pigmentation
- Lightweight, non-greasy feel layers well under makeup
- Fragrance-free and suitable for sensitive skin
Watch out for
- Can cause irritation or breakouts in niacinamide-sensitive users
- Pricey compared to drugstore alternatives
- May pill or feel greasy if not applied properly
Product details
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Real Reddit threads — 247 mentions across 20 threads
EltaMD UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46 on Reddit, in one place — 20 threads from r/SkincareAddiction, r/30PlusSkinCare and 4 more, summarized.
“I changed my sunscreen to Elta MD UV clear around 2 weeks ago.”
Positive
“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
247 mentions
TintedUV Clear Tinted Broad-Spectrum SPF 46
84 mentions
12 of 14 traits shared
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