Suntouchable Invisible Sunscreen SPF 35 — Reddit Reviews
by e.l.f.
Updated July 31, 2026
Gel texture feels lightweight and non-sticky, suitable under makeup
What the community says
Chemical sunscreen with a gel texture that leaves a dewy, invisible finish praised for tolerability on sensitive skin but criticized for insufficient protection on very sunny days.
What this means for you
What people love
- Gel texture feels lightweight and non-sticky, suitable under makeup
- Invisible finish with no noticeable white cast, even on darker skin tones
- Reportedly gentle enough to apply on eyelids without irritation
Watch out for
- SPF 35 often deemed too low by users for strong sun exposure, leading to burns
- Texture can feel thick or sticky to some, especially if over-applied
- Concerns raised about it being heavy/rich for certain skin types despite gel claims
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Product Traits
Skin type data limited
Where to buy
Real Reddit threads
6 threads from r/SkincareAddiction, r/30PlusSkinCare
“You might like the e.l.f. suntouchable invisible SPF 35.”
Mentioned
“It's about $14, so a tiny bit more, but it acts like a makeup primer and has a clear, non-sticky finish.”
Mentioned
“This is what I use and it works very well.”
Mentioned
“I love the Elf Suntouchable face sunscreen.”
Positive
“It makes my skin look glowy!”
Positive
“Elf Suntouchable face sunscreen”
Positive
“Elf suntouchable spf doesn’t bother my eyes at all!”
Positive
“I rub it on my eyelids and all over”
Positive
“have never been irritated like I have with other sunscreens.”
Positive
“lately have been wearing ELF Suntouchable Invisible Sunscreen”
Cautionary
“because it's only 35 SPF, I've been getting burnt on sunny days”
Cautionary
“I love the texture of these two but they aren't working for me.”
Cautionary
“Elf suntouchable invisible sunscreen”
Mentioned
“Check out Sunbum daily gel, Black girl sunscreen make it matte, Trader Joe’s daily facial sunscreen, Elf suntouchable invisible sunscreen, Kroger sunscreen invisible gel”
Mentioned
“In the past I've used Elf Suntouchable which I liked”
Cautionary
“but found a bit thick and sticky”
Cautionary
“My ideal product would be a thin-ish, clear, gel/jelly texture chemical sunscreen”
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