What they say: "Formulated with Vitamin E, oraganic Lavender and organic Aloe, this formulation is ideal for delicate skin. Despite the gentle formulation, the mineral-based sunblock offers strong physical SPF protection.
All Alba Botanica Sunblock formulations are hyp0-allergenic, paraben-free, 100% vegetarian and never undergo animal testing."
What I think: A little of this rich formula goes a long way. It leaves skin feeling very lubricated, for lack of a better word! Skin is slightly oily to the touch, but this isn't a bad thing if you have normal to dry skin. This sunblock sinks in relatively quickly and won't make your face look white as long as you smooth it on evenly and spread it well. It doesn't clog pores and I didn't experience any breakouts but it always feels good to wash your face in the summer after a long day in the sun, wind, etc. I never burned despite my pale complexion but I almost feel like I still got a little tan color, which is nice. I like that it has shea butter and grape seed oil, among other botanicals, that make skin feel soft, smooth and subtle. Best part is, no nasty fragrance, big plus in my book! I'd definitely recommend this sunblock and plan on purchasing it in the future. 4 stars!
Available nationwide at Whole Foods, CVS, Target and natural food stores as well as at www.AlbaBotanica.com.
