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Skin Cancer Foundation Recommendation The Seal of Recommendation is granted to products that provide effective UV sun protection and safely aid in the prevention of sun-induced damage to the skin.

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FDA approved, Anthelios 40 Sunscreen has the highest UVA and UVB protection in a sunscreen with SPF 40 and Mexoryl SX, specifically tested on photosensitive skin. Recommended for outdoor use.

Mexoryl SX is the new sun filter in the only sunscreen formulas that have been specifically approved by the FDA for protection against short UVA rays.

Benefits:

• High UVA protection with 3% Mexoryl SX
• High photostability, resists losing efficacy in the sun
• Broad-spectrum UVA/UVB protection
• Non-greasy, dry finish texture
• Dermatologist and allergy-tested
• Fragrance-free and PABA-free

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Monica26300 Cleveland Pros: smooth texture Cons: greasy, whitish cast

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Age Group: 35-44Gender: FSkin Type: dry

Not suitable for normal or dry skin - 10/21/2010 9:03:48 PM I chose this product with a expectaion for effect of Meroxyl and I agreed that it was excellent component for screeing UVA. The only one reaseon that I gave up using this product was whitish cast. (Every time I applied it to face with fingers, it left a track along the finger movement). It seems that it is hard to use this suncreen without additional face foundation.

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DaisyChainsaw Staten Island Pros: you dont get sunburnt Cons: chalky, not water resistant

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Age Group: 25-34Gender: FSkin Type: combination

not worth it - 7/19/2010 7:53:50 PM I purchased this because it had mexoryl. But I would rather slather on someting less safe than finish this expensive tube of suncreen. The lotion is SO white and chalky that despite tanning all day I look like a mime melting in the sun. The lotion runs when you go in the water leaving stains on your skin that look like winter salt stains. It certainly keeps you from getting burnt, but you look ridiculous in the process. I tried it several times and I give up.

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barbara2121 Los Angeles Pros: absorbs quickly, gentle, lightweight

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Age Group: 55+Gender: FSkin Type: oily

Good Bet for Sensitive, Acne Prone Skin - 6/5/2010 9:29:52 PM Anthelios 40 got one of the best sunblock ratings from EWG. I have acne prone, sensitive, allergic skin. I also need added sun protection b/o I am fair skinned and @ high risk for skin cancers. I used a primer after I applied this and my makeup went on smoothly. My skin didn't itch or break out and I didn't burn.

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Apply evenly 15 minutes before sun exposure. Reapply as needed or after towel drying, swimming or perspiring.

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