Thinksport Sunscreen SPF 50

2 Reviews

1. 

   curiousRhino5

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   This is my HG sunscreen. Ive used Thinkbaby also. The only difference is the scent; Thinkbaby is fruitier while Thinksport is citrusy. 20% zinc (non nano) is the primary sun protection ingredient. Aloe juice is high on the list which makes perfect sense to soothe skin.

   This leaves a noticeable whitish cast which i prefer because i can see the protection. It brightens my skin and tones down the shallowness, which looks actually nice. It’s very durable and waterproof (up to 80 mins) and does not wipe off easily. I do not have problems washing it off in the shower nor do i double cleanse to get it off.

   Cheap – off amazon around $12-19 for 6 oz. It’s a big bottle.

   I use three pea sized drops for my face and neck. One for forehead and upper cheeks/under eye area, one for the lower face and one for neck. Here is a video explaining how much to use: She calculates 60% of 1/4 teaspoon to get the recommended coverage.

   It goes on ghastly white, but fades after a few mins. Dries down with a slightly glossy finish. Some may not like how it stays a little tacky, but i like a dewy finish. I have dry sensitive skin. If you are oily, this may not be the one for you.

   I am on retinoids and live in a sunny hot area, so sun screen is high on my list of priorities. I am nearly 49 years old and have no wrinkles but a few sun damage spots. In the past i was using invisible Japanese/Korean sunscreens and not using enough or re-applying when i started retinoids, which caused this damage. Some spots have been there for decade or more, so prevention is important so i can work on getting these diminished.

   Although not the most cosmetically elegant physical sunscreen (i consider Drunk Elephant Sheer Umbre spf 30 highly elegant, but it is not water resistant or proof at all, although it leaves no white cast at all and it dries down completely. What I didn’t like about this is how it sweats off in the summer time. As soon as i go outside it breaks down quickly. Thinksport/baby is durable and sweating is no big deal just as long as you dont wipe it off.

   This product is giving me peace of mind knowing i will not get more sun damages or spots and protecting my delicate skin with a highly rated EWG (its 1) with confidence. I can see the slight haze and it seems to fill in my pores and gives me a glass skin appearance. While it does feel emollient and does not dry down 100%, a dewy finish is appropriate for my older dry skin that does not accentuate wrinkles. It actually smooths and brightens my skin.

   I have repurchased a few times already.

2. 

   mildBobolink8

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   My review is referring to the Thinksport SPF 50+ Mineral ss in a black and white bottle.
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   I like this product. I’m rating it 3 lippies though because it does have a few cons. I might repurchase it for my necks/hands/arms, but it’s not going to be replacing my Replenix Sheer Physical SS Spray.

   Pros:
   -20% Zinc oxide gives you great protection. I prefer phsyical filters because they block the uv rays whereas chemical absorbs them which gives a heat reaction. Some refer to it as a burning sensation. So if you are sensitive skinned like me, physical might be your best bet. Z.O is also very stable and you don’t have to worry about dealing with degradation like you would with Avobenzone (a chem filter). I have heard that a combo of physical and chemical filters gives the best broad spectrum protection so that’s why a lot of asian brands incorporate both. But the cons of chemical filters outweighs the pros for me.

   -If zinc oxide typically dries you out and you’ve already tried Replenix Sheer Physical Spray, then this might work for you. I personally found the formula to be very hydrating.

   -Plays nicely under my matte make up. Some sunscreens ball up once I go to put on foundation, which is nasty. So I’m glad this acts as a great primer for underneath.

   -Contains a few antioxidants. They are towards the end of the ingredient list though so I’m sure their content is very minimal unfortunately. But hey, that’s better than nothing.

   -Great price. I paid $16 for 6 oz and that’s not even the cheapest option. I gladly pay up to $50 for an oz of quality made and properly formulated SS……..it’s the #1 preventative anti-aging product you can use. Don’t skimp. Thinksport is very reasonable.

   Cons:

   -It’s better suited for dry skin. The hydrating finish isn’t horribly tacky but I wish it were a little bit more matte. I might like this more in the winter with retinoids when my skin is peeling.

   -Thick cream consistency. I would prefer a very thin formula.

   -Strong whitecast. I was actually horrified at first. Thankfully it’s not a huge con because it does subside quite a bit once you blend it in. I would prefer it to be invisible without the extra effort, although I’ll admit there are a lot of Z.O ss that are stark white no matter what (with much lower % even!).

   -More application time. I find the trick to making this SS work is build it up in thin layers. Do not skimp on the amount applied because that will decrease the efficiency of the sun protection factor significantly. When SPFs are formulated, they are rated with a 1/4th TSP applied in mind for the face. :\ I worry a lot of people are just applying a tiny bit to make up for what a thick white blob the consistency is. It takes longer to apply in thin layers than it takes for me to apply my foundation. Not good.

   -Strong scent. I’d be concerned about this flaring up any of you with rosacea. I could not find fragrance in the ingredient list so I believe it is natural based and perhaps coming from the pine wood resin in it…I honestly have no clue why they would include that. It smells very citrus-y and fruity. I actually like the smell but my rosacea would prefer 0 scent.

   -Lots of coconut based derivatives. So far I have not broken out from this but if you are acne-prone, I would urge you to look at the ingredient list. There’s a few ingredients that concern me.

   Skincare is very your-mileage-may-vary. Don’t take my word for it.