It was recommended to me by dermatologists in europe. I read this sunscreen offers greater protection due to higher control standards. Never caused breakouts, well tolerated on my allergy prone skin. However, it does make my face shiny (but nothing a little powder can't fix, and i like that better than sunscreen white face: which is also why i like this formula better than its non-tinted counterpart Anthelios XL 50). My skin is rather fair (Mac NW25) but the tinted formula blends seamlessly on my skin. I am going to use this for a long time...

being a sunscreen junkie, I have tried many sunscreen brands before. I have tried Japanese/ Asia/ US brands, but always found myself drawn back to the high PPD European sunscreens.
I have normal skin and have tried every sunscreen line from Bioderma (too white), Avene (too white/sticky), RoC (hard to spread), Ducray (too thick), Uriage, Vichy (spore version not protective enough). With the exception of Uriage Hyseac SPF 50, Anthelios tinted fluid extreme is a winner in terms of finish, protection, cosmetic elegance and wearability with a likeable tint.
I dont find the finish oily but some may find it shiny. If i could nit pick the shiny finish (at 1.8ml for face) will be it but it's a flaw that I can live with :)
I would also appreciate the sunscreen a little more if Tinosorb M is added but that is fine too.

This is the best sunscreen I have ever used! I've previously used the 30 AC and 50 XL, but on my NC25 skintone they do leave a slightly white and shiny finish which is easily solved by a little powder, although on my oily skin the shine does break through later.
The tinted version just blends into my skin, evens out my skintone, no 'sunscreen' shine - just natural skin. Yesterday I wore this with a little powder as a base for blusher and bronzer and my face was just as fresh and oil-free hours later. For the first time my skin actually looks better with a sunscreen than without! HG!

this was way too dark for me. moreover, it leaves me with a shine and absolutely no oil control :s

Having used Anthelios in various textures (spf 50 fluide. ac 30 fluide and the melt in cream) I can say I am a huge fan of these sunscreens and can't believe I havent tried this tinted fluide before! It is truly great, I just pop my guerlain teracotta bronzer or my Chanel Poudre Libre in Dore over the top and I'm good to go. Rush out and buy it now!

If I hadn't already made a switch into the mineral sunscreens arena I would've continued using this. It was the best "chemical" ss I've used in terms of protection, texture, consistency and cosmetic elegance. None of the US based products compared to it. It is/was light in texture, very fluid (almost runny) and easily absorbed into the skin. This version had a very sheer tint and went on virtually invisible on my medium/tan skin without leaving a white cast. The tint is not enough to cover blemishes or hyperpigmentation but instead just gives the skin kind of a glow. Not sure how the tint would work for very fair skin but it worked well for my complexion. If you're looking for heavier coverage you may have to apply foundation and/or concealer on top of this. It did leave a somewhat shiny finish on my face and it wasn't as matte as I had preferred but that is because I have an oily complexion. I have had to use powder on top to mattefy it. I've used this ss while on travel to very sun intense areas and here in Hawaii. Needless to say I did not tan nor burn through it even after being out in direct sunlight for several hours. Also worth noting that during that time, I was on Retin-A (gel) and it made my face very sensitive to UV. This product prevented any type of sun sensitivity/reaction from Retin-A use. Interestingly enough it did not break me out either even though most chemical ss did. On the container it says "water resistant" but I have never used it in water nor while running so I don't know how well that claim actually holds up. I switched to mineral ss because I prefer less chemicals on my skin and it was a bit difficult obtaining this since you can't purchase it off the shelves here in the US. However if you're the type who doesn't mind using chemical sunscreens, this is definitely worth it even if you have to order it online to obtain it. I paid 20.99 plus S/H for 50ml which wasn't cheap but not terribly expensive either. It comes in a plastic container with a pour spout. Like I said the ss is very liquid so it literally poured out of the spout as opposed to squeezing it out.

If there is something I am worried about is sun damage and skin cancer risk, so when it comes to sunscreens I try everything. Fortunately I found this tinted La Roche Possay Sunscreen. I use it every single day, almost as a primer. I's really fluid and goes on really smooth on the skin. It's not oily and does nor smell as an actual sunscreen. As a translucent tinted fluid it does not have any actual coverage, but works well to even out your skin tone. If you don't need coverage, you can add some translucent powder and blush, and you're good to go. It definitely doesn't clog pores and can be easily removed with almost any face wash.

I believe I'll be buying this product forever as I'm so in love with it! Not only does it provide great protection from the sun but my skin feels so moisturised and it's tinted so I dont get that "pale" effect when I usually put white sunscreen on my olive skin. It gives a really nice glow to the skin, doesnt irritate my skin and it has strangely cleared up imperfections really quickly, so I'm happy. The only thing is at times it can look a little greasy, but nothing a little makeup or powder can't solve. I havent tested its effects by the pool/sea so I dont know how effective it would be in combination with water but for overall sun protection this is definately HG for me

This is the most incredible sunscreen I have ever purchased. It isn't greasy, effectively blocks the sun and It gives just a bit of coverage. I have always wanted a sunscreen that provides some coverage--who feels like putting on foundation when you are spending the day at the pool/beach, etc. This is THE holy grail of sunscreen. It is also very long lasting; I bought three bottles but haven't finished the first yet and I have worn it daily on my face for 2 months. I haven't been able to find it in the US but ordered it online on ebay. I can't say enough good things about this product. Everyone should write to La Roche Posay and ask them to sell it in North America.

really wanted to like this. goes on nicely but i find it is too greasy. i also find it a bit dark for my fair skin. would not repurchase.

I absolutely LOVE this sunscreen! I have used the untinted version of this ss for about 2 years and have loved the protection but was constantly getting comments about how pale I looked (people would ask if I was feeling sick!). I am so happy I tried the tinted version as it gives me a healthy glow along with great ss protection. It looks good on its own but I find it gives me the most natural color if I mix it with a bit of the untinted version to lighten it up just a bit. This ss leaves no shine on my face either (I do live in CO- a dry state).

I got this along with the La Roche-Posay Anthelios XL SPF50+ Tinted Cream as i wasn't sure which one was going to work better on my skin. Turned out, they both work pretty well. Right now i am using the cream as it's still not that hot in Southern California yet, but i'd imagine that as the temperature goes up the fluid might work better.
Both prod provide great sun protection does not make my oily face any oilier than it already was. The tinted color provides a sheer coverage which is fine by me, but if you wanted extra coverage you might have to apply some powder/concealer. I wear this on top of a moisturizing serum, as my skin has certain dry patches that a sunscreen alone will leave flakiness.
Overall I am very happy with it. I found it on ebay at a relatively decent price, so i'll continue to purchase this when i am out.

This product comes in a tinited and nontinted version. When I first purchased this product I purchased one with tint and one without tint. I started using the one w/o tint first then one day decided to sample the tinted version. I never used the untinted version again. I do not reccommend the tinted version if you have alabaster colored skin. Though, I am light skinned my skin is olive toned so the tint is perfect for me.
I love this sunscreen because it is so lightweight and doesn't feel heavy or tacky like so many others. I especially like the UVA and UVB coverage offered by this product. I wear this sunscreen all year long. It is not a hydrating product - it is a sunscreen only. Therefore, if you need additional hydration you will need to get it from another product. I wear this product over serum and daily face cream and have no problems with pilling or other common problems caused by your average sunscreen.
The one major drawback to this product is it cannot be purchased in the US so shipping is expensive thereby increasing the cost of each individual bottle. So I purchase multiple bottles at a time which reduces my overall per bottle cost.

My HG sunscreen. I've been using U.S. sunscreens for half my life, not realizing the European ones were this amazing. Honestly, I'm still having trouble believing it's actually working! The reason being, this is so fluid, sinks into your skin so effortlessly, leaves a hint of color, and literally feels like you have absolutely nothing on your face. I'm so used to the thick, cloying, and white-cast sheen of U.S. sunscreens. The fact that it has a PPD of 34 and an spf of 50 is amazing to me as well, because then you have both aspects covered (spf covers sunburn, whereas ppd covers the aging aspects of sun exposure). There is absolutely no "white sheen" you get from many physical sunscreens (my biggest pet peeve w/sunscreens). The tint is actually enough that it covers some imperfections (in my case at least), meaning i can wear less concealer, and it gives me just enough color. The only downside is the color is pretty dark, almost too dark in my opinon.I'd say it's just a step below tinted moisturizer. It dries almost instantly to a perfectly dewy texture. I love this sunscreen.

This is indeed a very good sunscreen that absorbs very fast before I use my moisturizer and protects my skin very well! Doesn't leave a white cast and is leightweight, so you don't have several layers of cream sitting on your skin. It melts into your skin with a very natural finish, not powdery and not oily. Definitely recommend it for those who use retinol or AHAs!

HG Sunscreen, this one I love. I have sensitive skin prone to breakouts, so I don't particularly enjoy trying out new products, but come summer was looking for a tinted moisturizer with good sunscreen included, to save the number of products I have to apply every morning when I came upon this. My first LRP product, and I can totally understand now why so many rave reviews about the brand here. No issues with break-outs so far I have been using it for a week. Great smooth finish, I apply with a foundation brush.

Everything you like about LRP FluideExtreme, with a sheer tan- do I detect a note of pink?- toned tint. But really its so sheer that I don't find color match to be an issue. (I'm usually in the top 3 lightest shades of any ds foundations) I was hoping this would act more like a sheer foundation. Even though this tint is darker than my skin tone, it only adds the barest hint of color, I think. Sorta. In any case, white cast will not be an issue for a change. Bottle says water resistant, which is true, but it will sweat off with no problem; and it is not water resistant in the way that say Sheseido is. I used it around my eyes, and that was fine until l rubbed it into my eye. Overtop of moisturizer it balled up. The next day I waited longer for moisturizer to sink in and the LRP was fine. Finish is eggshell to satin, very natural. 50ml was $12 on amazon. Superior uva protection at ppd 34 with a very wearable light feel and finish.
UPDATE: I must bump my rating from 4 to 5. The finish and protection are perfect- most comfortable and easy to use ss ever. This product is pure awesomeness!!

When I saw this new PPD 34 sunscreen, I was thrilled & ordered a bottle immediately. Imagine the thin, non-sticky, non-shiny yet elegantly hydrating loveliness of the Anthélios XL Fluide Extreme sunscreen coupled with a tint. But oh no, what's the tint? Since I'm about an NC10, I knew I was taking a why-bother gamble because "tinted" anything is usually several shades too dark. So this morning, I decided to give it a shot on just my face.
Texture-wise, this is just what you would expect from the Anthélios Fluide Extreme - just with a tint. I've had this on for many hours, and though I applied this all over upper eyelids and all the way up to the lower lashline, I've had no eye issues at all. Huge deal. I didn't wear face makeup today, so I did a few "rub tests" to see if I'd get that unacceptable, horrid little balling up we all hate with sunscreens. Nope, none of that. After about 30 minutes, the finish is dewy - and at most, you'd need an optional light dusting of powder.
As for the tint: for me, it was definitely too dark - colorwise, I would peg this tint at roughly a MAC NW20. So the future solution for me would be to wear this on my face & neck coupled with a separate tinted SPF elsewhere. Or just wear it in the summertime when I'm using sunless tanner. But I'm so thrilled to find a tinted moisturizer with an actual high SPF *AND* European-level Mexoryl SX & Mexoryl XL ingredients all at the very same time.
Active Ingredients:
Mexoryl SX, Mexoryl XL, Titanium Dioxide, & Avobenzone.
Full ingredients:
AQUA / WATER
ISODODECANE
ISONONYL ISONONANOATE
ALCOHOL DENAT.
CYCLOHEXASILOXANE
OCTOCRYLENE
DICAPRYLYL CARBONATE
TITANIUM DIOXIDE
ISOCETYL STEARATE
GLYCERIN
BUTYL METHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE
PEG-30 DIPOLYHYDROXYSTEARATE
POLYMETHYLSILSESQUIOXANE
BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE
PROPYLENE GLYCOL
SILICA
CASSIA ALATA LEAF EXTRACT
CI 77491
CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499 / IRON OXIDES
CI 77492
CI 77499 / IRON OXIDES
CI 77891 / TITANIUM DIOXIDE
DISODIUM EDTA
DISTEARDIMONIUM HECTORITE
DODECENE
DROMETRIZOLE TRISILOXANE
ETHYLHEXYL TRIAZONE
ISOPROPYL LAUROYL SARCOSINATE
ISOSTEARYL ALCOHOL
LAURYL PEG/PPG-18/18 METHICONE
MALTODEXTRIN
PHENOXYETHANOL
POLOXAMER 407
POLY C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE
PROPYLENE CARBONATE
TEREPHTHALYLIDENE DICAMPHOR SULFONIC ACID
TOCOPHEROL
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