Unseen Sunscreen SPF 40 — Reddit Reviews
by Supergoop!
Updated August 18, 2026
Invisible matte finish that doubles as a blur primer
What the community says
A chemical sunscreen with a unique primer-like gel texture that dries matte and invisible on skin. It’s praised for layering smoothly under makeup and suitable for combo to oily skin types. However, some find it greasy, irritating, or breakout-inducing, especially on sensitive skin.
What this means for you
Backed by 19 threads from r/SkincareAddiction, r/30PlusSkinCare and 2 more.
Read the threads ↓What people love
- Invisible matte finish that doubles as a blur primer
- Clear formula that layers well under makeup without pilling
- Lightweight gel texture, non-greasy initially
Watch out for
- Some users report breakouts, especially acne prone skin
- Can leave a greasy or sticky feel for certain skin types
- Pricey and may cause eye irritation or stinging
Product details
Concerns
Use caution
Skin Type
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Where to buy
Real Reddit threads — 152 mentions across 19 threads
Supergoop! Unseen Sunscreen SPF 40 on Reddit, in one place — 19 threads from r/SkincareAddiction, r/30PlusSkinCare and 2 more, summarized.
“Supergoop unseen sunscreen is oil free!”
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“Check out some other oil free sunscreens:”
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“if it’s sunny and you don’t have non oil-based sunscreen still use any sunscreen because tear gas/pepper spray on top of sunburn is worse.”
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“Supergoop Unseen Sunscreen 40 SPF – 5/10”
Cautionary
“Pros: Doesn’t leave a white cast.”
Cautionary
“Cons: Expensive and broke me out. Feels very silicone heavy. like my skin was suffocating.”
Cautionary
“SuperGoop Unseen is one of the only products I can put on my face.”
Positive
“my face is the same shade of pale it was before vacation.”
Positive
“it’s the only sunscreen I’ve found that is sufficiently matte.”
Positive
“I personally like anything from La Roche Posay, any Neutrogena SPF that's not formulated with ethylhexylglycerin, Supergoop Unseen Sunscreen”
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“there are numerous SPFs you can try.”
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“I personally don't like tinted sunscreens and prefer clear or gel based chemical SPFs.”
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“I personally like… Supergoop Unseen Sunscreen”
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“there are numerous SPFs you can try.”
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“SPF… gives really good protection”
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“Supergoop! Unseen Sunscreen SPF 40”
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“The following products do not contain oxybenzone”
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“I hope this helps!”
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