Fancl • Fancl Sunguard spf 30 • Sunscreen

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mimemy on 5/11/2006 4:00:00 PM more reviews by mimemy

Age: 36-43   Skin: Combination   Hair: Black   Eyes: Brown    

I bought it, and I bought lots of sun block cream in the same time,
to see which will fit my combination/oily skin most.
this one surprise me,
and I never feel oily T zone again although I still wash my face twice a day as usual.

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sunflower1221 on 4/24/2006 2:20:00 PM more reviews by sunflower1221

Age: 19-24   Skin: Dry, Fair   Hair: Blond, Straight, Fine   Eyes: Blue    

I have dry skin but I like to wear powder so I needed a sunscreen that dried nicely and offered plenty of protection. Fancl Sunguard is perfect and it's affordable! The packaging is nice, I like how the cap can pierce the opening (no need to search for a needle) and removing a ring makes the cap close tightly, preventing leaks. Upon application the sunscreen is runny and leaves an iridescent whiteness that fades quickly into a clear matte finish on my light skin. I bought this in January and it was slightly too drying to use on bare skin, I got some flakies around my chin. I hate too many layers so I instead of applying over moisturizer I will wait and use this in the summer. Will definitely buy again because most US sunscreens burn my face and sometimes I just need more than a moisturizer with SPF.

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blue1234 on 4/2/2006 12:36:00 PM more reviews by blue1234

Age: Unknown   Skin: Other   Hair: Other   Eyes: Other    

After my horrible experiences (multiple breackouts) with various European sunscreens, I have turned to Sunguard. I have a normal acne prone skin and somehow, my face tolerates all physical sunscreens the best. I like how Sunguard is leaves my skin matte but not as dry as DHC or Shiseido sunscreens and I also like the bottle very much. Also, it has not broken me out yet. I took one point off however because I don't think it protects my face as much as I would like. But as an everyday almost indoor sunscreen, I am happy with it.

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monkey_mama19 on 2/2/2006 12:18:00 PM more reviews by monkey_mama19

Age: 19-24   Skin: Combination   Hair: Black   Eyes: Black    

Best sunscreen I ever used even better than dermalogica!!! does not break me out and i break out fairly often, easily absorbed, nice & smooth texture & good primer before foundation. aas it is runny u only need a bit to cover ur whole face & neck. not pasty or sticky which i hate. does not cause my face to become shiny and the white liquid fades pretty quickly. will def purchase again & i m someone who hates sunscreen.

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CaliTexan on 12/6/2005 5:39:00 PM more reviews by CaliTexan

Age: 25-29   Skin: Acne-prone   Hair: Brunette   Eyes: Green    

My first try at an effective ss, per all the experts on this board... so I don't have anything to compare it to (other than OoO - low protection and lots of shine). But I'm having none of the problems that people usually have re ss. I find it is non-irritating for my sensitive skin. Fairly matte, with a little shine by the end of the day on my combo to oily skin. It does leave a slight white cast, but easily covered with a swipe of loose powder. Lovely texture - it makes my skin feel smooth, and a nice primer for foundation. Only downside is it definitely emphasizes any flakies. I chose this over DHC b/c I read DHC was more expensive and more drying. Fancl is perfect for my combo skin, and I'll probably stick with it.

P.S. I read that Fancl has changed its formula - so keep that in mind when reading older reviews (they almost scared me off).

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ajb1 on 11/3/2005 11:39:00 PM more reviews by ajb1

Age: 30-35   Skin: Acne-prone, Fair   Hair: Brunette, Curly   Eyes: Other    

I spent a long time deciding between this and DHC's White sunscreen and finally went with this because while expensive, it offers almost twice as much product as the DHC. The SPF is also slightly higher. So far I am extremely pleased. The bottle is elegant (though I had to stab a bit with a needle to open it, and the instructions all came in Japanese!), and the product goes on smoothly and easily. There is a white cast at first, but I found that helped me apply the correct amount, and in my case it faded quickly and looked like there was nothing at all on my face. Before, I had been alternating between Eucerin's Extra Protective Moisture Lotion and Clinique's Super City Block, only to find out that neither is photostable. I feel like I've entered a whole new league of sunscreens. Am very breakout-prone so will report back if this causes any--but so far, so good.

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fiaii on 8/27/2005 1:57:00 AM more reviews by fiaii

Age: 25-29   Skin: Combination, Fair-Medium   Hair: Black   Eyes: Brown    

This is an excellent suncreen. Although it leaves a slight white cast when applied, the sunscreen is absorbed after 5 min. Face appeared glowy and not greasy at all.

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lumlum0912 on 2/17/2005 2:09:00 AM more reviews by lumlum0912

Age: 19-24   Skin: Other   Hair: Other   Eyes: Brown    

I have oily/acne prone skin. I bought this product because it has no preservatives, artificial color and other harmful ingredients. But the texture is too thick, and the product doesn't glide on the face easily. After applying, you can see a layer of white sunscreen on your face.

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1231 on 7/26/2004 9:47:00 PM more reviews by 1231

Age: 19-24   Skin: Combination   Hair: Brown   Eyes: Brown    

Thisis just an average sunblock for me. I found it a bit difficult to spread on face due to it's fairly thick consistency, and it does leave my skin a little white cast though it's not very prominent, good part of it is that it doesnt break in the middle of the day, some sunscreen will break and leave me an oily face in the middle of the day, but this one is fine here .. I found another Japanese branded sunscreen that is just *perfect*, I like sofina UV cut a lot a lot more in terms of the texture, effectiveness, and packaging. So,I dont think I am repurchasing Fancl again.

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appleland on 6/16/2004 5:37:00 PM more reviews by appleland

Age: 25-29   Skin: Combination   Hair: Black   Eyes: Black    

I am on the third bottle of Fancl sunguard SPF 30 right now! It is physical sunscreen with TO and ZO. t gives matte finish to my face. It is a bit whitish on my light-medium Asian skintone but if you are very fair, you won't see white trace. It is very good makeup base before applying my mineral powder. It doesn't cause any breakouts or anything for me.

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siufu on 6/8/2004 12:04:00 PM more reviews by siufu

Age: 30-35   Skin: Combination, Fair-Medium   Hair: Black   Eyes: Black    

i don't like this. Like other skincare products from Fancl but only the sunguard products will cause me pimples everytime i use them, not matter is the spf 6 or this spf 30

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bayhazel on 6/3/2004 11:19:00 PM more reviews by bayhazel

Age: 25-29   Skin: Combination   Hair: Black   Eyes: Brown    

I gave this product an overall rating of 4 and not 5 coz this is the only sunscreen i've tried so far, thus cant really compare it to others. Despite my limited exposure to sunscreen, Fancl's SunGuard didn't cause my oily, blemish-prone skin to break out. It's a white liquid, but doesnt leave my tanned skin looking white or pasty :P The contents expires after 6 mths, it's great coz it helps me keep track of the freshness of the stuff that i put on my face (",)

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Chicagoan2000 on 5/31/2004 12:17:00 PM more reviews by Chicagoan2000

Age: 30-35   Skin: Oily   Hair: Black   Eyes: Black    

This is my new HG for sunscreen! I didn't like using sunscreen because they were greasy and caused my acne-prone skin to breakout. Not any more! Fancl's SunGuard SPF 30 PA+++ is absoulyte non greasy and leave no white cast. I have tried DDF's Sun Gel, PhotoAge, and PTR's Oil-free SPF30. None of those can compete with this. I just wish it would be available at stores.

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*TOP REVIEWER* annelau on 1/21/2004 5:01:00 AM more reviews by annelau

Age: 19-24   Skin: Sensitive, Fair-Medium   Hair: Brown   Eyes: Brown    

It is very light and has no scents. However, it is too runny and too expensive in my opinion. I prefer Lancome UV Expert SPF50 or Ricci White SPF30. They can be applied to undereye areas and necks and your whole body, too. So I will never invest in this Fancl sunscreen.

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muwc on 12/3/2003 2:35:00 AM more reviews by muwc

Age: 19-24   Skin: Other   Hair: Other   Eyes: Other    

I've bought this some time ago and after using it for a few times, i just find it too oily and thick to be used on my face. So i discontinued using it. It's a good idea to have skin products without fragrance and preservatives but i'd rather have a sunscreen with longer shelf life as i might not be using it every day, especially when i may not finish using the whole bottle within the "fresh" period.

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ayumi on 11/28/2003 4:03:00 PM more reviews by ayumi

Age: 18 & Under   Skin: Combination   Hair: Red   Eyes: Violet    

This is the best sunscreen Ive ever used! Its non greasy, and perfect for oily skin as it has a mattifying effect.. works VERY well and has good protection..only drawback is the whitish cash which is bad for people who already have fair skin, kinda unnatural and makes you look pale, but it usually subsides around evening time.. best to use under make up so the cast isnt so obvious..or an alternative method is to use less product, but make sure its an adequate amount or else you wont be getting any sun protection

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gilels on 8/23/2003 1:20:00 PM more reviews by gilels

Age: 25-29   Skin: Other   Hair: Other   Eyes: Other    

I love, love, love this product. Before I try Fancl’s Sunguard 30 (SPF30 PA+++), I always looked for a dreamed sun block, non-greasy and don’t break my skin out. This sun block can tint my skin tone, so I am no longer need to use foundation anymore. It’s really convenient. Now, I just need to put this sun block on my face and put some color on my lip, and then I am ready to go.

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Venuschampagne on 8/4/2003 1:04:00 PM more reviews by Venuschampagne

Age: 25-29   Skin: Combination, Fair-Medium   Hair: Brown   Eyes: Black    

Doesn't leave any white cast on my face - perhaps i got the improved verson - bought it 2 weeks ago. :) It absorbs very well, just like those UV makeup base selling in the market. But as with all sunblock, u r advised to use cleanse yr skin thoroughly, preferably use makeup-remover. Can b used on body too, hence a great all-rounder. No breakout n last for 6 mths. :)

been using for abt two mths.. very pleased with its results. quickly absorbed n mattify the skin. best sunscreen in he market!!

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Catcat362 on 6/6/2003 3:19:00 PM more reviews by Catcat362

Age: 30-35   Skin: Other   Hair: Other   Eyes: Other    

This is an effective product, but I hate the white cast that leaves on my face. The whte cast looks extremely unnatural, compare with the sunblock of Kanebo, Shiseido and Clinique.

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trigin on 6/4/2003 12:34:00 AM more reviews by trigin

Age: 25-29   Skin: Normal   Hair: Brown   Eyes: Brown    

I've reviewed this product under Fancl->sunscreen. Do take a look if you are interested. :)

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