UV Sheer Broad-Spectrum SPF 50+ — Reddit Reviews
by EltaMD
Updated September 1, 2026
SPF 50+ hybrid sunscreen praised for water resistance; some report white cast.
What the community says
A hybrid SPF 50+ sunscreen popular for water resistance during water activities and daily use. It suits users looking for a reliable barrier without heavy residues, though many complain about a visible white cast. Not ideal for those sensitive to niacinamide versions.
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Real Reddit threads — 5 mentions across 4 threads
EltaMD UV Sheer Broad-Spectrum SPF 50+ on Reddit, in one place — 4 threads from r/Rosacea and r/SkincareAddiction, summarized.
“I finally found the elta MD uv broad 47 and uv sheer 50 are both around 38 on dermstore.”
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“...uv sheer 50 are both around 38 on dermstore.”
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“You can subscribe to get the discount or they usually give a discount on your first order.”
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“Elta MD UV Sheer 50SPF.”
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“(Not the one with Niacinamide) I get a horrible reaction from any product with that.”
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“Morning- Wash with Vanicream gentle cleanser. Vanicream regular gentle moisturizer, Elta MD UV Sheer 50SPF.”
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“EltaMD Sheer is a hybrid and works well.”
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“For full mineral, I love Isdin Actinica”
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“The problem is, all the ones I’ve tried so far leave a white cast - including Elta MD”
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“like eltaMD uv sheer in the big tube”
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“Get a hydrating sunscreen (chlorine will dry out your skin) with solid water resistance like eltaMD uv sheer in the big tube”
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“and reapply when skin is dry.”
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