My Take on Lakme Dry Matte Fluid Sunscreen SPF50++++

In this article – My detailed review on Lakme Dry Matte Fluid Sunscreen. Whether it worked for my sensitive and acne-prone skin or led to breakouts. From texture to feel on the skin, ingredients breakdown – everything in-depth.

Lakme recently launched their new sunscreen – Sun Expert Dry Matte Fluid SPF50 PA++++. Now, I wasn’t really planning to give this one a try for one major reason that, it contains Avobenzone and has chemical filters.

Quick Overview – Lakme Dry Matte Fluid Sunscreen Review

4/5

I like everything about this sunscreen, from lightweight texture to ease of blendability and absorption. It did not leave any white cast, shine, or greasy residue, and neither did it make my skin feel heavy. It did not sting my eyes, and neither there was piling-up or breakouts. The only thing that bothered me was that it has chemical UV filters, which are generally not considered safe especially for acne-prone skin in the long-run.

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I have been trying to avoid sunscreens with UV chemical filters such as Oxybenzone and Avobenzone, and have been sticking to sunscreens with physical filters only, such as zinc dioxide or titanium dioxide. Simply because I have experienced breakouts in the past from chemical sunscreens.

Does Lakme Dry Matte Fluid Sunscreen Contain Avobenzone?

Yes, it does — by the name of “Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane“.

Is this sunscreen Reef-Safe?

Usually, chemical UV filters Ethylhexyl Salicylate (Octisalate), Octocrylene, Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid (Ensulizole), Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane (Avobenzone), are often discussed as not safe for marine life but an article by Lab Muffin clarifies that is might not be completely true.

So, did the sunscreen led to breakouts?

Surprisingly, No. It worked just like ISDIN sunscreen. I don’t know if there is a factor of stability or what when it comes to ingredients but most of the time, sunscreens with these chemical filters (which I shared above) usually end up giving breakouts except for ISDIN and this Lakme fluid sunscreen.

Well, then, is it safe for acne-prone skin?

Usually, the chemical UV filters do end up causing acne but I did not experience any issue as such.

How I got the sunscreen if I wasn’t planning to buy?

I received this as a sample with one my Blinkit order and that’s when I thought I can give it a try and see how it works for my skin and take this as an opportunity to share my experience on the blog for anyone who is looking for a review of this sunscreen.

Phew, I haven’t even begin with the review and shared too much already. Let’s move forward.

What does the Brand say about the product?

The new Lakme Dry Matte Fluid is first-ever fluid sunscreen that boasts SPF 50 PA++++, shielding your skin from 98% of harmful sun rays. It offers superior sunprotection with a lighter than lotion texture feel. It’s a quick-absorbing formula that absorbs in 5 seconds and its ultra-light fluid texture gives your skin a matte smooth finish without any greasy white residue.

As per what is mentioned on lakmeindia.com.

Ingredients of Lakme Dry Matte Fluid Sunscreen

Aqua, Dimethicone, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Octocrylene, Glycerin, Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Hydroxide, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Niacinamide, Steareth-21, Silica, Caprylyl Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone, Polysorbate 20, Steareth-2, Fragrance, Phenoxyethanol, Stearic Acid, Linoleamidopropyl Pg-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate, Propylene Glycol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Disodium Edta, Pentylene Glycol, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Ceramide Np, Ceramide Ap, Phytosphingosine, Cholesterol, Xanthan Gum, Carbomer, Ceramide Eop, Alpha Isomethyl Ionone, Benzyl Salicylate, Citronellol, Geraniol, Hexyl Cinnamal, Limonene, Linalool

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How to Use

Take about 2-finger amount and massage gently across face and neck.

Review in Detail: Lakme Fluid Sunscreen SPF50 PA++++

My Skin Type: Combination skin with oily in the peak summer season and dry in the winter season. Sensitive and acne-prone skin with a history of eczema and other skin allergies.

Packaging

The one I got is the sample tube so can’t really comment on the packaging. 😬

Fragrance

A default Lakme or sunscreen kind of scent. Mild though — it did not trigger my sneezes. 💀

Runny consistency

I start by taking the required amount and dab it gently across my face and neck once I am down with my skincare routine which is basically Simple liquid moisturizer at the moment — that’s it! I am not using any serum in my day time routine for sometime now simply to give my skin a break.

The consistency is water like, just like ISDIN sunscreen, and once I applied and massaged onto my skin, I noticed it did not left any white cast.

Feels light on the skin ✨

There was no pilling up neither right after application nor throughout the day. The texture is lightweight as claimed by the Brand and It did not made my skin feel heavy or look shiny. It was absorbed within seconds without leaving any greasy residue behind.

Moving further, it did not sting my eyes during application.

Has moisturizing properties

After a few days with regular usage, I felt it does have some kind of hydrating properties probably because of ceramides so I started using it without any moisturizer and it did not disappoint. I believe the summer season and my oily skin has something to do with this too.

Normal to dry skin will feel the need of moisturizer with this sunscreen.

No breakouts or rashes

With the regular usage, I did not experience any breakouts, rashes, or clogged pores. Despite being a chemical sunscreen, it did not result in acne.

I also paired the sunscreen with makeup and it played nicely without making my skin feel heavy or greasy.

No heat rashes 👀

Talking about the sun-protection, my skin did not face any heat rashes or itching so it did a nice job there too. The brand claims to be sweat-resistant. I do not have any such tools to verify the fact but with the sweat, I did not experience any itch or pimples.

Overall, texture and absorbtion wise, I am impressed with Lakme Dry Matte Fluid sunscreen.

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Final Thoughts – Lakme Fluid Sunscreen SPF50 Review

I like this sunscreen. From texture to feel on the skin, it performed well on my sensitive and acne-prone skin. It is a chemical sunscreen but I did not experienced any allergies or breakouts. I did not result in dullness, itch, or any other allergies.

Pros

• Lightweight texture
• PA++++ (high sheild protection)
• Get absorbs quickly
• Peta approved
• Leaves no white cast
• Doesn’t pills-up
• Doesn’t feel heavy on the skin
• No breakouts or rashes

Cons

• Contains traditional chemical filters

Lakme Sun Expert Dry Matte Fluid Sunscreen SPF50 PA++++ Images (Tube + Texture)

Have you tried this sunscreen? Let me know in the comments below. Have a good day. 🙋🏻‍♀️