I have been wanting to try Solara Suncare’s fancier skincare line for quite some time and finally took the plunge earlier this year. Keep on reading for my honest review of some of their most popular, mineral-based sunscreen products.
Clean Freak Nutrient Boosted Daily Sunscreen
- The Verdict: Despite having a thick consistency, I love that this sunscreen is so soft and creamy. It is labeled as unscented, but there is a subtle aroma that I personally quite enjoy. Due to the thicker formulation, a bit more effort is required when rubbing it in. However, after just a few moments I always find that this pale ivory sunscreen blends into my brown skin just fine and surprisingly, leaves no white cast. It does take a bit more effort to blend the product into my hair line, eyebrows, and body hair. If you have drier skin, I recommend applying a moisturizer beforehand. If you have an oilier complexion or are in a tropical climate, you can probably use this on your face as is. I have personally used this sunscreen alone and felt that it provided adequate moisturizing effects. However, I think it’s best to apply a standard day cream first when using this product in arid climates or with makeup. Last but not least, it’s worth mentioning that this SPF 30 sunscreen is waterproof for up to 40 minutes. It is essential that you remember to reapply after that time frame. My boyfriend did not reapply after forty minutes and did get sunburned during a recent trip to Hawaii. If you tend to forget to reapply sunscreen when splashing around, Raw Elements is a good alternative since it has an 80-minute waterproof window. For those with a great memory, however, Clean Freak is a fantastic product.
- Price: $28.00 for 3.0 oz
Fortune Teller Brightening Sunscreen Serum
- The Verdict: Don’t let the name confuse you. Simply put, this product is a tinted sunscreen. I imagine that Solara Suncare chose to include the word serum into the title due to the addition of vitamin C, hyaluronic acid, and adaptogens. They might have also chosen to use the word serum because the formula is quite luxurious to the touch and goes on smoothly like a thin foundation 🙂 It feels moisturizing and leaves zero white cast due to the addition of mica. This SPF 30 sunscreen comes in two shades. Based on Solara’s sample image shown below, I decided to purchase MicroTint 2. Unfortunately, this particular tint leaves my skin tone slightly darker than my natural complexion. For that reason, I may try out MicroTint 1 if I decide to repurchase this product in the future. Overall, I really enjoy using the Fortune Teller suncreen serum and truly think it’s a great option for days where you want a touch of coverage but don’t want to apply a full face of makeup.
- Price: $64.00 for 1.7 oz
The reference photo below is courtesy of thedetoxmarket.com.
Good Karma Dry Oil Mineral Sunscreen
- The Verdict: Simply put, I have not been this impressed by a mineral-based sunscreen in years. Solara Suncare’s dry oil is truly a dream because it instantly melts into my brown complexion with an invisible finish. This product simultaneously and throughly moisturizes my skin leaving a dewy glow. To top it off, this sunscreen is so wonderfully thin that it doesn’t even clump underneath my arm hair or eyebrows. It genuinely blends into every inch of my body seamlessly, efficiently, and effectively with absolutely zero white cast. Suffice it to say, I am little obsessed with this product, and as the name suggests – karma must be on my side because this sunscreen is just too good! Other than all of the stellar things mentioned above, this SPF 30 sunscreen smells absolutely phenomenal – like freshly sliced oranges to be exact. This dry oil also includes aloe vera & ginger root to calm inflammation, panax ginseng for boosted hydration, and antioxidant-rich camellia oil for added nourishment. The lightweight formula is luxurious in every way possible since it never feels greasy or heavy on my skin. Please give Good Karma Dry Oil a try, and let me know in the comments below if you love it just as much as I do.
- Price: $48.00 for 3.4 oz
Are you a fan of Solara Suncare items?
If so, please let me know which products as I’d love to give them a try!
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