EltaMDEltaMD UV Active SPF 50+ Mineral Sunscreen Lotion, Broad Spectrum Physical Sunscreen for Face and Body, Water-Resistant Up to 80 Minutes, Oil-Free, Non-Greasy, Full Body Sunscreen, 8.0 oz Tube

Agree with some of the other reviewers on here. I don't think I've ever ordered Elta Active before so I can't speak to whether the formula changed, but it doesn't really rub into the skin and leaves a white cast (especially with non-pale skin tones or if you have a tan). Elta Sport, which I have regularly used, does rub into the skin. That being said, however, I feel like Elta Active might do a slightly better sun protection job just because it is so thick and sits on top of the skin. When I sweat when running, Elta Active also seems to stay on better than Elta Sport does... although I might only think that because I can see the white cast haha.I've also used Zealios Sun Barrier a while ago, which doesn't leave as much of a white cast (if any), and is more affordable. But I feel like it came off kind of easily when sweating. Coppertone Pure and Simple (their mineral sunscreen line) came out a couple years ago -- the lotion was runny, left a slight white cast, and wasn't super great in active conditions. But it looks like they have since come out with stick and spray versions that I'm interested in trying out. Coppertone is of course also more affordable than Elta is.I started using mineral sunscreens because I somehow developed eczema one summer and your run-of-the-mill, drugstore and Coppertone chemical sunscreens made me itchy beyond belief. I just used a chemical spray-on the other day for easy application and invisibility and am already starting to get those itchy reactions again -- so pastiness in Elta Active or any other mineral sunscreen is a small price to pay for happy skin. But definitely check out Elta Sport if you want less white cast. Elta Shield is pretty good too -- it's lighter for the face. Elta Physical is also for the face. It's tinted but still leaves a bit of a cast for me, plus the tint gets on my clothes, so it's not my favorite.

My dermatologist recommends this brand for sunscreen. I purchased this on Amazon because I thought it would be easier than waiting for my appointment. The version my dermatologist sold provided excellent coverage even if it left a little white residue. This version -- however -- makes me break out in a rash.so, either the formula changed ... or this is a fake version.for the price, best not to chance it. Best just to buy 100% zinc instead.

I’m in awe of this sunscreen. It’s NOT greasy. Does not make my face break up. I apply it first thing in morning. Give it two minutes then apply my foundation etc over it. Later in the day I apply more without disturbing my makeup by just patting it all over. It absorbs in without a trace. It’s so lightweight you don’t even know you’re wearing it. As per my dermatologist, it’s doing what it’s supposed to and my skin is not being damaged any more by lights or the sun.

I love this sunscreen. My husband's upper body is completely covered in tattoos and I cover him completely before he goes out to work. When he sweats (excessively) the sweat just beads off. This is an amazing product and totally worth the money. If you want it to rub completely into your skin just don't use as much. But I like that I can see a light white film over his tattoos. It reinsures me that he's covered. AND for me I put this on my leg tattoo, I used to have to also cover it with a towel or I'd feel like it was on fire from the sun. This this sunscreen I don't have to do that! Highly recommended!

I got this product because the spray version was no longer available. This product works for sun protection but in no way is transparent. You can rub and rub till you feel like your skin is raw and it is still white. I feel like a clown everyday in the pool teaching. Please bring back the old pump spray.