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    4 Feb 2019 2:47 AM | Posted by
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    For as long as we can remember, people have always looked sweaty and oily at the beach. While some may not mind the sunscreen feel, others want a matte, less sticky finish when they’re trying to look luscious in the sun.

    Mattifying sunscreens are your ticket to a totally gorgeous beach body that’s protected from the sun sans the greasy, sticky feeling. Check out our pick of 7 of the best mattifying sunscreens to keep you protected this summer.

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    Alpha-H Daily Essential Moisturiser SPF 30+

    Offering the best of a moisturiser and a sunscreen, this mattifying formula also boosts collagen. Find it here. 

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    Clinique City Block Sheer Oil-Free Daily Face Protector SPF 25

    Completely oil-free, this lightweight formula is perfect for under makeup. Find it here. 

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    Dermalogica Oil Free Matte SPF 30

    Broad spectrum and lightweight, this sheer formula prevents shine on oily skin, plus includes skin-loving ingredients like niacinamide. Find it here.

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    Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Face Lotion SPF 50+

    Oil-free and non-comodogenic, this formula is lightweight and dries matte, for a non-shiny finish. Find it here. 

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    SunSense Daily Face SPF 30+

    With all the benefits of a matte moisturising formula, this oil-free base is perfect for combination and oily skin types. Plus, it contains niacinamide to help maintain the skin's barrier function and improve texture. Find it here.

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    Invisible Zinc Facial Moisturiser SPF30 UVA UVB

    An antioxidant moisturiser with combined broad spectrum protection, this formula contains mineral reflectors to reflect light and pollution. Plus, our members love that it leaves no greasy residue. Find it here. 

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    Ultraceuticals Protective Daily Moisturiser SPF 30+

    A holy grail product for those in the know, this mattifying formula provides broad spectrum UV protection plus works to improve signs of ageing, such as fine lines and wrinkles. Find it here.

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    The product recommendations in this article have been updated to keep beautyheaven members informed of the most up-to-date related products.

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    Alpha-H Daily Essential Moisturiser 50+
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    Clinique City Block Sheer Oil-Free Daily Face Protector SPF 25
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    Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Face & Body Lotion SPF50
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    SunSense Daily Face SPF 50+
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    Invisible Zinc Facial Moisturiser SPF30 UVA-UVB
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    Ultraceuticals Ultra UV Protective Daily Moisturiser SPF 30 Mattifying
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    42 Member Comments

    Shop A Everyday 11 May 2020 9:52 PM
    I would like to try the Alpha H one, and I heard Dermalogica made a new one too
    onlyoni 10 May 2020 8:15 AM
    I currently have the Clinique, Neutrogena, SunSense and Invisible Zinc. I think my favourite now is Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Face.
    JMenz 7 Mar 2020 11:31 AM
    I wish I had read this before I bought my current SPF. It is supposed to be mattifying but it really isn't.
    perthchick 7 Feb 2020 4:43 PM
    I will try the Sun Sense one.
    Ellyloves 19 Dec 2019 10:41 AM
    We need SPF this summer
    Khajiit 15 Dec 2019 9:03 PM
    I need to try some of these, especially Neutrogena dry touch. I'm currently using a spf 30 moisturiser but I find it makes me too shiny and I NEED to use powder afterwards
    Ellyloves 19 Dec 2019 10:42 AM
    the shine is annoying
    Lookwithur❤️ 19 Nov 2019 8:45 PM
    I have tried most of them except Ultraceutical and Alpha H. They are not bad, but if you have tried the Japanese brands, you’ll love it more. They are so mattifying and not sticky at all.
    The closest I can find in Sydney Neutrogena , where you need to shake it before using it, but it’s not featured here.
    skincare junkie 14 Nov 2019 11:38 AM
    Really like Clinique city blocks. Sheer and just a tiny bit of coverage perfect for my every day use
    Fefe 11 Nov 2019 9:46 PM
    I hate shiny sticky sunscreens and always looking for a good Matt high protection sunscreen.
    Yohanna 11 Nov 2019 9:06 PM
    Want to try Alpha H one now. And their serums...after trying some goodies at the event, gosh they make some excellent serums!
    Mandy_1987 11 Nov 2019 2:16 PM
    Love the La Roche Posay Anthelios fluid 50+.
    Neutrogena and Nivea make some amazing non greasy ones for sensitive skin too
    clearcrystalwater 14 Nov 2019 2:50 PM
    Yeah I've notice that one in the Rewards Room - the nivea one looks great!
    Beautybabe140194 12 Feb 2019 2:02 PM
    I have the Neutrogena one and I love that it does not leave my skin shiny.
    ray_jay 10 Feb 2019 12:53 AM
    I love the clinique one so much!!
    Tee631 9 Feb 2019 3:18 PM
    I am definitely in the glow zone - but SPF is always a must
    Neverland 8 Feb 2019 8:01 PM
    I look for a sunscreen with less harsh chemicals and an affordable price.
    Peta908 8 Feb 2019 3:55 PM
    I've been using Ultraceuticals for a while as it doesn't cause my skin to break out, however wish it was SPF 50+
    Ms Jelena 8 Feb 2019 10:52 AM
    I’ve been loving the Nivea one. Not sure if it’s advertised as matte, but my face doesn’t go shiny and no breakouts in sight, so I can highly recommend it!
    misfortune8 7 Feb 2019 7:51 PM
    I like Invisible Zinc - I want to try out their new SPF 50 one.
    Yohanna 6 Feb 2019 9:06 PM
    I have used Ultraceutical one, 50 version. Very shiny finish. Burns the eyes. Otherwise good
    GeeJ 6 Feb 2019 7:00 PM
    I haven't tried any of these. I am surprised Nivea didn't make this list.
    Goddess..... 6 Feb 2019 5:23 AM
    I haven't tried any of these one's but I'm hearing so much about the Invisible Zinc on here so I must try this to see what all the fuss is over & would really like to try the other's as well except for Sunsense & Derma one as I'm not interested in those one's.
    Hayley644 5 Feb 2019 10:49 PM
    Used invisible zinc years ago when it first came out, didn't really like it. Felt heavy on my skin. Not sure if the formulation has changed since then.
    Shop A Everyday 5 Feb 2019 10:09 PM
    Some good ones to try, am curious about the Ultraceuticals
    Miss19 5 Feb 2019 9:19 PM
    I'll have to try one of these and hopefully they won't leave my face feeling oily
    onlyoni 5 Feb 2019 9:13 PM
    I use the Invisible Zinc SPF50 in the tube (not the pump bottle) and I've also tried the SunSense. I much prefer the Invisible Zinc SPF50.
    Lucrecia629 5 Feb 2019 6:59 PM
    It seems like an impossible feat - mattifying sunscreen. I absolutely hate the feel of sunscreen (especially on my face!), so I'm not picky at all. If I find one that I can live with, I wouldn't mind if it made me look like I swam my way through an oil slick!
    Miss19 5 Feb 2019 9:19 PM
    I agree with you. I hate the feeling of sunscreen as well and all of them tend to feel super greasy
    duality 5 Feb 2019 4:50 PM
    I have my fave Korean and Japanese versions and must admit no local market product has been able to compare unfortunately
    Belle88 7 Feb 2019 7:38 AM
    Me too! I'm using one I bought in Japan last year and I have a Korean sunscreen next up.
    2663anne 5 Feb 2019 1:13 PM
    Everraves about the SunSense so when I run out of my current I’ll have to try it.
    clearcrystalwater 5 Feb 2019 12:33 PM
    I want to try the new Neutrogena one - my skin specialist said it was really good and worth a try.
    Cheapohippo 5 Feb 2019 12:32 PM
    I love the Neutrogena Dry Touch suncreen and I wear it every day. It doesn't feel greasy and I can put make up directly on it. I stock up when they are 50% off. Good value.
    Seashells 5 Feb 2019 10:42 AM
    High SPF (always use 50+) & something that doesn't irritate my skin, nor make it feel greasy. I'm also more inclined to use a physical sunscreen over a chemical one these days as I can't stand the smell of the latter. I've sampled both the Alpha-H & Ultraceuticals ones & reacted immediately to both when testing, so never purchased them. I'm quite happy with the 2 that I'm currently using from Invisible Zinc & Ego Sunsense, but I'm always on the look out for a great physical sunscreen.
    Bellefleur 5 Feb 2019 10:00 AM
    I always look for a high SPF (ideally 50+) and that it does not feel tacky or sticky on my skin. I have used the Alpha-H one from the above selection and it's pretty good. The Dermalogica one looks fabulous as well.
    bebeautiful34 21 Feb 2018 8:53 AM
    I find some mattifying sunscreen have a silicony feel, and pill easily
    Miss19 12 Nov 2016 12:32 AM
    Its always hard to find a good mattifying sunscreen
    Yohanna 20 Mar 2016 4:39 PM
    Only tried 2 of them. Got rash and from one white liquid oozing everywhere, like coming out from my pores...so gross. So I do not use any
    sunjeanie 7 Mar 2016 10:33 AM
    I still think that the Cancer Council's Active 50+ suncreen is the best oil free dry touch sunscreen. I'm never left burnt with it.
    bh's Olivia Mackinnon 2 Nov 2011 10:00 PM
    Without a doubt SPF 30+, a non-greasy finish and minimal smell - love the Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch. Some great alternatives in this collection though...
    Fefe 11 Nov 2019 9:48 PM
    The Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch does sound good, will have to give it a try.
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