Non-greasy 30 SPF

I've only just started using this sunscreen, but already it's much better than the alternatives. It's very light-weight and not greasy at all like some sunscreens. You can't even really feel it when it's on. It's a little pricier than I'd normally pay but so far I really like how it feels.

Love it, but...

I first purchased the NIOD Survival 0 while they were figuring out their sunscreen regulations and LOVED it! It literally transformed my skin, so I figured buying its daytime counterpart, Survival 30 would be a match made in heaven ( it has SPF 30 instead of 0 SPF..duh :P )

It’s a combination of a serum and mineral sunscreens suspended in silicone that is to be worn under makeup. I like it because it’s more than JUST a sunscreen, it protects against blue light and environmental pollutants (which is hard to prove). It also feels nice and silky because of the silicone but this can be a positive or a negative, depending on what I plan on putting on afterwards. It has a sand Color to it because of the carotenoids used which also helps to even out the complexion.

I find that it will pill sometimes if I put certain serums underneath or certain foundations over top which is really frustrating. For this reason, I find myself not reaching for it as often as I had expected. I will wear it if just around the house and not planning on putting makeup on or maybe just putting a bit of powder. The price is very reasonable at $29 and I do believe it’s good for my skin. I still prefer my Survival 0 though, which is $25.