Moisturizer Review: Clinique Pep-Start Daily UV Protector Broad Spectrum SPF 50

 Today's review will be for the Clinique Pep-Start Daily UV Protector Broad Spectrum SPF 50

Availability: This is available at sephora.com, macys.com, ulta.com, and bloomingdales.com as well as their respective physical store/ locations along with clinique.com. The retail pricing is $23 for 1 fl. oz. (30 mL).

Would I buy this? I think I would

What it is formulated to do:

According to sephora.com

Which skin type is it good for?
✔ Normal
✔ Oily
✔ Combination
✔ Dry
✔ Sensitive

What it is:
An ultra-lightweight sunscreen and universal perfecting tint in one.

Solutions for:
- Dryness
- Sun protection

If you want to know more…
This 100 percent mineral formula protects against UVA/UVB rays with SPF 50. Ideal for a naturally perfected look on those no-makeup days, the weightless hydrator blends flawlessly under makeup.

What it is formulated WITHOUT:
- Parabens
- Sulfates
- Phthalates

What else you need to know:
This product is allergy tested, free of fragrance and oil, non-acnegenic, and gentle enough for even sensitive skins—and around the eye area, too.

Does it contain any special/beneficial ingredients?

Titanium Dioxide 6.3%: Sunscreen

What is the texture like?

This feels like a really thin, lightweight lotion.

Is it scented?

This has a faint "sunscreen" scent.

My overall experience/comments on the product:

Overall I love how, for a high SPF product this is essentially weightless and doesn't have the look or feel of traditional sunscreens. Because of its slight tint, it works well for any skin-tone and won't make you look pasty or ashy - in fact, it ever so slightly evens out the skin-tone so if you wanted a ultra light coverage, barely there, tinted moisturizer/BB cream situation this would be the way to go. In terms of moisturizing I'd say that if you have dry skin, this isn't going to cut it on its own and I'd highly suggest using an actual moisturizer under it. That said, I think someone who gets really oily and shiny in the summertime can probably get away with using this as their daily moisturizer.

Please let me know if you have any questions or comments.

Disclaimer: This was provided for testing purposes. I am under no obligation, nor am I being compensated, to mention it on this blog.