Which Cult Ultra Violette Sunscreen Is Right for You? Let's Find Out...
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We love the range from Ultra Violette, and judging from the way it sells out all the time, it seems a lot of other people do too.
Let’s face it… sunscreen can be boring.
But it's the best skincare ingredient we have to protect ourselves from sun damage and photo-ageing, so it’s important to find a sunscreen you love enough to use every single day.
Listen to Ultra Violette co-founder Ava Matthews break down why all the cool, smart and insanely talented people wear sunscreen every day in this episode of Beauty Biz on Adore's Bite-Sized Beauty podcast.
What Is Ultra Violette?
Short answer: Ultra Violette is the sunscreen brand everyone wants to either be, wear and be friends with.
Not boring or daggy in the slightest, Ultra Violette truly gets it... other sunscreens, take note!
The Aussie skincare and sunscreen brand delivers the best of both worlds.
Impressive, cutting edge ingredients and technologies that offer the highest quality of sun protection, but in formulas so luscious, no one can shut up about them.
Ultra Violette sunscreens feel nice on the skin, look nice on the bathroom counter, and work great with makeup.
Plus, they're free from reef-killing oxybenzone, are cruelty-free AND Aussie owned and made!
*Deeply inhales*
How To Choose An Ultra Violette Sunscreen.
Which Ultra Violette sunscreen is right for you?
Well, it depends not only on your skin type, but what finish you like!
Currently, the Ultra Violette range includes four face sunscreens:
You've also got your body sunscreen Ultra Violette Extreme Screen Body & Hand Sunscreen SPF50+ 150ml and the Ultra Violette Sheen Screen SPF50 Lip Balm products in four different shades.
You can also bundle your favourite Ultra Violette products TOGETHER for a lovely discount.
With so many to choose from, keep scrolling to find your perfect sunscreen match.
1. Ultra Violette Queen Screen SPF 50+.
What:
- A broad spectrum SPF 50+ sunscreen serum that contains chemical/organic filters.
- Comes in a 50ml bottle with a dropper dispenser for $47.
- Best suited to normal to dry skin types, mature skin, or anyone who loves a a lot of glow! (Those with combo and oily skin may find it too dewy.)
- Queen Screen is popular because of its thin, silky, serum-like fluid texture (FYI it can take a while to sink in).
- Delivers a very dewy and glowy finish that leaves skin looking and feeling moisturised.
- Helps make your complexion look radiant and acts as a great illuminating primer underneath makeup.
- Has a subtle rose scent those with sensitive eyes may find irritating.
Adore customer Ultra Violette sunscreen reviews say...
"I love using this sunscreen when I am wearing makeup. It has a lovely texture and is easy to apply, plus it gives a nice glow and I love the smell."
"Such an amazing sunscreen. I have pretty dry skin and love a hydrating, dewy glow, so the radiance this sunscreen gives is beautiful. If it was fragrance-free, it would be perfect."
2. Ultra Violette Supreme Screen SPF 50+.
What:
- A broad spectrum SPF 50+ sunscreen that contains chemical/organic filters.
- $49 for a 75ml pump bottle of this three-in-one product: moisturiser, sunscreen and primer.
- For all skin types, but hydrating enough that you need one less skincare step in the morning.
- Supreme Screen has a cream texture with a peach tint that dries sheer/clear.
- Invisible finish that makes skin look and feel moisturised and radiant. Neither matte nor dewy.
- Contains active ingredient Pentavitin for long-lasting hydration, Australian Kakadu Plum for antioxidant protection and Dragosine Plus to shield skin from UVA, UVB, and blue light from screens.
Adore customer Ultra Violette sunscreen reviews say...
"It’s the perfect all rounder, I’d never use anything else. Sun protection and moisturiser in one. Saves me time and feels glorious on!"
"A great sunscreen that feels so lovely on the skin. I'm onto my third tube and have been gifting to my friends, too."
3. Ultra Violette Lean Screen SPF50+.
What:
- A broad spectrum SPF 50+ physical/mineral sunscreen formulated with 100 per cent zinc oxide.
- $49 for a 75ml pump bottle.
- Very mattifying and slightly sticky to begin with, does dry down in a few minutes.
- A thick moisturiser consistency with a neutral beige tint that looks sheer once rubbed in on most tones - you can read our full Lean Screen review here.
- Suitable for easily irritated, acne-prone and sensitive skin, as well as combination and oily skin types or anyone who prefers a physical sunscreen.
- May be too thick, sticky or zinc-y if you're used to thinner sunscreen consistencies.
- Fragrance-free, and also contains hydrating pentavitin and antioxidant kakadu plum.
Adore customer Ultra Violette sunscreen reviews say...
"Sensitive skin approved! Love, love, love this product, especially the new 75ml size! It suits my sensitive and rosacea prone skin. I've had no irritation or breakouts."
"This sunscreen is a holy grail product for oily skin. Yes, it's thick, but once you glide it onto your skin and let it set for a few minutes, it dries matte. No stickiness, no overpowering smell, no shine. It feels like a CC cream and evens out my skin tone, too. Oily/combo skin people, you wont find a better-suited sunscreen product."
4. Ultra Violette Clean Screen SPF 30+.
What:
- A broad spectrum partial-physical/mineral SPF 30+ sunscreen.
- $47 for a 75ml pump bottle.
- Contains some chemical filters, but also Titanium Dioxide, an ultra-gentle UV filter suited to sensitive, reactive, eczema-prone, and acne-prone skin.
- Has a lightweight gel-cream texture with a natural matte skin finish.
- Non-greasy texture and finish, and fragrance and alcohol-free.
- Best suited to anyone who wants a calming, mattifying sunscreen that won’t cause irritation or inflammation.
Adore customer Ultra Violette sunscreen reviews say...
"I have really sensitive skin that is usually irritated by sunscreen, but I experienced no stinging, itching or redness from the Clean Screen. That's a win for me!"
"As someone who is fussy as heck with sunscreens, I can confirm this one lives up to the hype. It's a great size for the price point and it doesn't leave a greasy residue like many sunscreens. Lightweight and doesn't cause congestion. Love it."
There you have it! Your ultimate guide to adding the right Ultra Violette sunscreen to cart!
Finally, we'll leave you with some important info on how to make sure you're protecting your skin.
Like, it's important to wear sunscreen every single day. Not just at the beach, but regardless of whether you’ll be indoors or outside, picking up the kids from school or going for your daily walk.
And of course, SPF is only one part of sun protection!
Always seek shade, and wear sunnies, a hat and protective clothing. Use sufficient sunscreen for all unprotected areas and reapply sunscreen as directed. Always read the label.
You know the drill.
Watch our best-selling sunscreens YouTube video here for more info and product recommendations!
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