Skin MD Natural Shielding Lotion + Sunscreen SPF15 ($25) Skin MD Natural™ is a state-of-the-art shielding lotion designed to duplicate the skin’s own protective barrier helping to protect skin against damaging irritants while providing hours of non-greasy moisture. This makes Skin MD Natural the ideal choice for dry skin treatment over other lotions for dry skin. Our lotions are made to be free of parabens, petrochemicals, dyes, and other irritating ingredients. They are also vegan, cruelty free, and eco-friendly. We don’t participate in animal testing or use any animal products in our lotions and Skin MD Natural is formulated in the United States in a facility that uses 100% solar power. Skin MD Natural and Skin MD Natural + SPF 15 are manufactured in the United States using 100% solar power, free of animal products and animal testing.

My Thoughts:

Skin MD Natural Shielding Lotion + Sunscreen SPF15 is almost exactly the same as Skin MD Natural Shielding Lotion except it contains SPF 15. You can read my review of Skin MD Natural Shielding Lotion here.

I actually brought Skin MD Natural Shielding Lotion + Sunscreen SPF15 with me on my trip to Australia. I’m glad I did because I needed all the SPF I could get since it was summer in Australia. Unlike the Skin MD Natural Shielding Lotion, Skin MD Natural Shielding Lotion + Sunscreen SPF15 has a less watery consistency, but it still has a thin consistency. If you hold the lotion up close to your nose, you can detect a slight herbal, natural smell. The texture of the lotion is very light and non-greasy and is quickly absorbed into your skin. After it is quickly absorbed, the lotion leaves your skin feeling soft and smooth.  A little goes a long way so I can see a 4 oz. bottle lasting a couple of months. Even though you can use this lotion on your body and face, I only used it on my body, because lotions with SPF tend to leave my face looking a little shiny. The only downside of the Skin MD Natural Shielding Lotion + Sunscreen SPF15 is the $25 price tag. However, if you’re looking for a natural lotion with sunscreen, Skin MD Natural Shielding Lotion + Sunscreen SPF15 is worth it.

See before and after photos!

Every time Fall ends and Winter starts, I always get these dry patches near my elbow. It drives me nuts!

In the “Before” photo you can see the dry patches beginning to form. After a week of using Skin MD Natural Shielding Lotion + Sunscreen SPF15 daily, the dry patches have faded.

Cetaphil UVA/UVB Defense SPF 50 ($13.99) Specifically formulated as a facial moisturizer, Cetaphil^® UVA/UVB Defense SPF 50 provides broad spectrum UV protection with an optimum blend of five filters. The moisturizing formula hydrates the skin for 8 hours and absorbs quickly. Micronized Titanium Dioxide leaves no filmy white residue. Non-greasy, lightweight, fragrance-free, non-irritating, and non-comedogenic, this moisturizing product is ideal for daily facial use.

My Thoughts:

Cetaphil is known for its gentleness so I figured I would try out the Cetaphil UVA/UVB Defense SPF 50 facial moisturizer. Was it gentle? NO! It stung and burned my face so bad. It also made my face look really shiny and greasy. The sunblock doesn’t absorb quickly so it does not  mix well with makeup. I also had a difficult time applying and smoothing out the thick cream. Another bad thing about the Cetaphil UVA/UVB Defense SPF 50 is when it finally absorbs into your skin, it leaves an unattractive white cast. I wish there was something positive to say about the facial moisturizer, but there isn’t.  Save your money and buy a different facial moisturizer with SPF.

Aveeno Ultra-Calming Daily Moisturizer SPF 15 ($16.99) With naturally calming Feverfew, a natural ingredient related to chamomile, this light, fast-absorbing moisturizer is clinically proven to calm and soothe sensitive skin and to visibly reduce the appearance of redness in as little as one week.
It is oil-free, hypoallergenic, noncomedogenic, and dermatologist tested. Gentle enough for sensitive skin and daily use.

My Thoughts:

Aveeno Ultra-Calming Daily Moisturizer did not turn out to be as good as I hoped it would be and it wasn’t cheap either. My skin gets irritated fairly easily. I was hoping this facial moisturizer would help reduce and calm the redness but sadly it didn’t. I used it for over a month and did not notice any reduction in redness. I also found it to be too thick and heavy. I’m not positive, but I think it caused me to break out too.  Even though Aveeno claims the moisturizer is oil-free, it left my face feeling greasy and oily. Also, it is definitely not for sensitive skin. The fragrance was rather irritating.  Overall, a total disappointment.

Skin MD Natural Shielding Lotion ($18) Skin MD Natural is a shielding lotion, a very special type of lotion helping the skin restore its integrity, enhance its protective functions so that the skin is able to heal naturally and regain its youthful appearance. Skin MD Natural works by bonding with cells of the skin’s outermost layer to form what works as an invisible shield. This layer of protection prevents environmental irritants and pollutants from penetrating the skin, while sealing in the skin’s own natural oils and moisture, helping resolve the dry skin condition. Skin MD Natural uses only the finest natural ingredients, and is focused on urging the skin to be active, and to use its own moisture to effectively heal itself. It is not oily or sticky, doesn’t sit on top of your skin leaving a greasy residue on everything you touch, it doesn’t rub or wash off easily, is hypoallergenic, fragrance, colorant and paraben free and dermatology tested.

My Thoughts:

I’ve been using Skin MD Natural Shielding Lotion for nearly a year. I was first introduced to it when my work started carrying the line. The customers that would come in and see the display would always ask me if it worked or not. Embarrassed, I would tell them I didn’t know. I know. What a great sales person I am.  I just hate recommending products I don’t know much about or don’t believe in. Not knowing much about Skin MD and the constant questions from customers made me try Skin MD. Thank goodness I did because I fell in love with it.

Skin MD Natural Shielding Lotion is a light, thin (almost watery) lotion. I suffer from dry skin, especially during the winter. It’s really weird because it doesn’t get really cold in California during the winter and yet I have dry skin. For a thin lotion, Skin MD is so moisturizing. It is also quickly absorbed into the skin. So, no waiting around for the lotion to be absorb before you get dressed/ready. It’s a pricey bottle of lotion, but a little goes a long way. A pea sized drop is all I need to moisturize both my arms. Less than a quarter sized drop is all I need to moisturize my whole body (I’m 5’5). The moisturizing effects lasted the whole day for me. I can’t say it’s my favorite lotion because I’m not a fan of the thin, almost watery consistency. I prefer thicker lotions for traveling purposes.

To show you how well this lotion works, I did not moisturize my arm for about a week to exaggerate the dryness (before photo). Sigh. The things I do for this beauty site. The after photo was taken after 2 weeks of daily use. See the difference?

Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream ($13.49) For dry, sensitive skin, Cetaphil^® Moisturizing Cream is a non-greasy cream formula that is excellent for the hands, feet, elbows and knees—anywhere that requires intensive moisturizing. It is also appropriate for facial use and is fragrance-free. Dermatologists have been recommending Cetaphil^® Moisturizing Cream to help alleviate dry skin associated with eczema and psoriasis for over 20 years.

My Thoughts:

Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream is a miracle cream. It is the best, or at least one of the best, moisturizers I have ever used. I use this everywhere: my face, body, feet, and hands. It is pricey, but it has lasted me at least 2 months with daily use.

Pros:

• Non-greasy
• Fragrance free
• Fast absorbing
• Non-irritating
• Absolutely moisturizing
• Long lasting ( a little goes a long way)
• Doesn’t clog pores. It helped me get through overly drying prescription acne medication

Cons:

• There aren’t any

Eucerin Everyday Protection Face Lotion SPF 30 ($8.49) Eucerin Everyday Protection Face Lotion SPF 30 combines intensive moisturization with SPF 30 in a lightweight, non-greasy formula. Microfine zinc oxide and titanium dioxide provide physical blocks against UV induced skin damage. Easily-absorbed formula provides 24 hour moisturization. Can be worn alone or under makeup. Fragrance-free, oil-free, non-irritating, non-comedogenic (won’t clog pores).

My Thoughts:

Feels gentle and not so greasy on my face. It definitely does not break me out or make me oily. It’s a creamy lotion that sinks in 1-2 minutes, leaving no white cast and allows makeup to smoothly glide on. There is no odor and it dispenses the perfect amount.