Name: City Block Sheer [SPF25/PA+]
Brand: CLINIQUE
Rating: 4.21 (14 reviews)

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City Block Sheer [SPF25/PA+]

Doesn't Give High Coverage

Leaves a Sticky Residue

Irritating

Not Easily Absorbed

Irritates Eyes

Causes Allergic Reactions

No Pilling

Evens Out Skin Tone

Doesn't Cause Breakouts

Improves Skin Tone

A Little Goes a Long Way

Not Oily

Adds Glow

For sunny summer days, a higher SPF might be more suitable. However, it seems the SPF 50 version doesn't have great reviews.

As someone with extremely dry skin, finding a tinted sunscreen was incredibly challenging until I discovered this gem. I applied it after my serum and emulsion, followed by the AHC sun stick. It doesn't pill at all... I'm thrilled! I highly recommend this to anyone with dry skin.

시티 블록 쉬어 [SPF25/PA+]

When applying makeup over it, there's occasional pilling after a while, but it's fine if you don't apply thick layers of makeup.

No white cast, covers minor skin imperfections, and reasonably priced. It's really great!

There's nothing particularly disappointing about it. I haven't repurchased yet, but I definitely plan to!

The oil content is just right, so it doesn't make your face greasy. It also evens out the complexion nicely, making it highly recommended for men.

If you let your moisturizer absorb completely and apply this carefully, it won't pill. It might be good for those who usually break out from sunscreen. I also think it works best when used on its own.

It does pill a bit. That's why I stopped using it in my early 20s after using it for a while. It's fine if you use it alone or apply it carefully over a light foundation. Also, compared to recent sun protection products, the SPF is significantly lower. I tried Clinique's SPF 40, but it wasn't the same, so I came back to this. The oil separation is pretty intense - at first, I thought they'd sold me an old product and almost got upset, but it's been like that for several bottles now. There are a few ingredients I wish were different, and it doesn't have zinc oxide, so I've been thinking about switching. But I can't find anything as good, so I keep using it while still looking for alternatives.

I don't think there's a sunscreen quite like this one. I first used it when I was 20, tried various others, and came back to it after about 8 years. It's so good that I've been using it for 2 years now, and I'm on my umpteenth bottle. First off, it doesn't cause blemishes. My super sensitive skin always broke out with sunscreen, but I had to wear it anyway. This product, however, rarely causes breakouts. It also provides a subtle skin correction, so lately I've been skipping makeup and just applying this sunscreen. It gives me a natural, bare-faced look while I'm taking care of my skin.

I can't think of any downsides, to be honest. Apart from being a bit pricey, there's no better product for oily skin types.

This is my holy grail product! It absorbs beautifully, and even though I have oily skin, there's absolutely no shine after application. I love how it leaves my skin feeling hydrated.

It's best to apply it in small circular motions, like you would with a primer. If you've applied too much skincare and it hasn't fully absorbed, this product can pill like dead skin cells. It also pills when you apply too much, so use your skincare products in moderation, let them absorb well, and then apply a small amount of this in circular motions.

The downside is that if you don't use it for a few days, the oil layer separates, and you need to shake it before use. If you apply too much, it pills and feels sticky.

It seems to have a primer-like effect and works well as a base. Although the amount looks small, it's best to use a little at a time, so it lasts longer.

The SPF rating is quite low. With only PA+, it's not suitable for days with lots of outdoor activities.

100% physical sunscreen that's not easy to find, but this product is readily available. Unlike other chemical sunscreens, it doesn't cause those pesky small blemishes. I had to toss out famous brands like Lancôme and Dior because they gave me those tiny bumps. It also works as a makeup base, evening out your complexion.

The coverage was a bit lacking for my taste. However, it provides decent coverage for men to use like a BB cream, regardless of their complexion.

It's great for combination and sensitive skin types - I can use it without any issues. Even when it's hot and humid, I can apply it right after washing my face without getting any blemishes.

If I had to point out a downside, those looking for full coverage might be a bit disappointed. However, if you're just aiming for a daily brightening moisturizer to even out your skin tone, this works perfectly.

This is great for evening out your complexion after applying sunscreen. Unlike heavy foundations or BB creams, this product feels light and easy to apply.

It seems to have some ability to absorb excess oil.

The texture feels like a mix of oil and dirt, but it's not well-blended. If it gets in your eyes, it stings terribly. I'm not sure if it's due to sun exposure, but after applying it for a while, there's a tingling sensation on the skin.

The absorption and application seem better compared to other sunscreens. It also appears to have good sebum-absorbing properties. There's minimal white cast as well.

Sometimes I've tried using this product around my eyes and mouth, and a higher SPF product from the same brand on the rest of my face. I can't say if it's particularly good or bad, but it did seem less drying.

If you're in a rush during summer and apply this hastily without letting your skincare fully absorb, it might pill. At first, I thought it was dead skin cells, but that wasn't the case.
Also, since it has a slight coverage effect, you'll need to cleanse thoroughly (though I'm not worried now that I use an oil cleanser).

Compared to its successor with SPF40, this one is less irritating around the eyes and has a slightly thicker texture that provides a bit of coverage. While the SPF is lower, it's more hydrating.

I chose this product back when I was really into studying and analyzing cosmetics. I trusted the titanium dioxide used as the sun protection agent, and I've been using it ever since. (Though I'll admit I haven't kept up with my studies since then!)

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City Block Sheer [SPF25/PA+]

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