CANMAKE Mermaid Skin Gel UV 01 40 g

I purchased this sunscreen after reading many reviews of people stating that this was an elegant sunscreen that left no white-cast on the skin. I can testify that as a woman with very dark skin this sunscreen left me with the dreaded “dead/purple” look. So strong in fact, that any foundation that I put on top to conceal the color was altered.Although this sunscreen left me with a terrible white-cast it applied nicely, did not sting, and had no offensive odor. I am sad that this product did not work with my skin.

This is hands down my favorite sunscreen-- I used to use the Biore UV Gel, but didn't like the high alcohol content. This sunscreen is alcohol-free, fragrance-free, lightweight, does not dry tacky, and does not make my face oily throughout the day. I highly recommended it!

I have gone through more money than I care to think about while searching for a sunscreen, or a primer with sufficient SPF, that plays well with my foundation. I've finally found it!I follow the dermatologist guidelines of using a full quarter teaspoon of sunscreen for face only, which is a considerable amount. I often read sunscreen reviews that say "a little goes a long way" but that's useless since "a little" doesn't protect you properly. Slather up, people! Despite using such a generous amount, this is one of precious few sunscreens that actually sinks into my skin after a few minutes and feels closer to wearing nothing than I've ever experienced. A win right from the start because I hate anything that feels heavy on my face.If you have truly dry skin I don't think this would be moisturizing enough alone but I'm able to skip my daytime moisturizer and my normal skin hasn't suffered. On its own, it leaves a lovely, dewy (not greasy) finish. Most often, I apply a full face of makeup over it and it hasn't caused any issues with pilling, breakdown or texture. I actually think my foundation lasts longer and looks better with this under it. Further, I have sensitive, rosacea-prone skin and this hasn't caused me any ill effects. No stinging, no redness, no breakouts. I'm in love!Of the many MANY products I've tried, the Mermaid Gel is my top pick when it comes to effective sun protection (if applied correctly) combined with elegance and good value. The only improvement, IMO, would be offering it in a larger size!

This stuff is a MIRACLE! I was initially using Supergoop's Unseen Sunscreen to avoid the greasy, smelly effects of other sunscreens, but that one is so ludicrously expensive for so little, and I was on the lookout for a cheaper alternative. Tried this on Hyram's advice, and fell more in love with it than the Unseen Sunscreen. While the Unseen Sunscreen is still sort of greasy and has a slight smell to it, this one goes on like moisturizer, just leaving a pleasant dewy effect, with no smell whatsoever! It doesn't look or feel greasy (important for my oily skin), and it feels like it actually absorbs into the skin/dries down slightly. I only need to powder my T-zone lightly and I'm set for the rest of the day (versus powdering my entire face heavily several times per day with every single other sunscreen I've tried). It doesn't break me out, it's lightweight, and it's so affordable for what it is! I also love that it's SPF 50 (again, comparing to Unseen Sunscreen, that only comes in SPF 30). Never buying anything else from now on, loyal to this sunscreen hopefully forever (please never stop making this)!

As cosmetically elegant the biore watery essence, except it doesn't smell like fcking hand sanitizer ! Brilliant! I tend to avoid Asian skincare products because many of them are fragranced and the sunscreens have high alcohol content. Not this one!My new fav everyday indoor sunscreen. I apply generous layers of this, but it still doesn't feel thick.Not ideal for summer because it is not water/sweat resistant, but great product nonetheless :)

Since this came all the way from Japan, it took me literally about a month to receive it, and I had no tracking info in between. Still, I was very excited because this is one of the most highly raved sunscreens out there! This is NOT WATERPROOF or sweatproof, meaning it's really a great winter sunscreen (yes, you should still absolutely wear sunscreen in winter), but if you're expecting a lot of coverage during those hot blazing summer days, you shouldn't. Some people have gotten tan with this stuff on. But it feels cosmetically great, it goes on like a gel and it has a satiny finish. Some people find it a great primer, personally I don't think it works too well (alone) for my oily skin. But the texture is still a great base for makeup. There is NO WHITECAST. It goes on a little pale? But then it dries clear. Very mild scent. You have to apply liberally meaning this bottle won't last too long. But I rarely find Japanese sunscreens to come in big sizes.

Overall:-The PA rating is fairly high.-It's gel form which is easy to apply in small amounts.-It doesn't leave any white cast.-There isn't really any scent or irritants.-It's suitable to wear underneath makeup.-The price is a little high for only 40g of product.-It doesn't protect against all forms of light.I've moved on from this sunscreen, but I really enjoyed using it when I did. I still keep it in my purse for emergency use because it works fairly well. I never got a tan on my face when I wore this, but admittedly my freckles would still darken because the sunscreen only protects against UV rays and not other forms of light like blue light from your computer/phone screen. I get lazer hair removal on my face (which you have to wear sunscreen for) and I noticed my freckles darkening even though I was using this sunscreen every day as instructed. Since I changed to a more expensive one that blocks blue light, I don't have this problem anymore despite continuing the treatment. So if you're trying to avoid sun exposure completely then this probably isn't for you.Otherwise, makeup applied really well underneath it, it didn't leave any white cast, you didn't have to use very much to cover your whole face, and it doesn't have any strong perfumes or alcohol in it. Unfortunately you do only get 40g, which I didn't realise was so small when I first ordered it. But I can't fault the quality of the product.

After reading several bad reviews on this item, I was doubtful when purchasing this item. Bad comments involved stuff like leaving a white cast, for my first use I did not experience any of this. I am extremely pleased with this product especially since I have a very oily and a sensitive skin. The texture is incredible, it’s light and soft. It does not make my skin uncomfortable. I can use it beneath my make up and all. Despite the bad reviews, I am incredibly pleased and recommend this item to anyone in doubt.

Takes a while to sink in and does have a very slight cast on darker skin such as mine... well more of a pearlescent tinge. But I always wear makeup so this isn’t a problem. Doesn’t pill or disturb my previously applied skincare.

Bought this as as recommended by Dr dray. This gel is so lightweight and works beautifully under makeup. You don't get spf gels like this in the UK, the formula is lovely and non greasy. My only gripe is how small the bottle is, it literally fits in the palm of your hand however I read the reviews beforehand and purchased two bottles so should last a bit longer. Also love the free gift, it was very cute :)

Skin type is oily rosacea, and this suncream does not sting my cheeks or eyes, it actually controls my oil, I don’t feel oily using this at all! Let the product sink in and it feels like I’m not wearing anything. It’s great a reapplying too. There is a light scent of vanilla, but that quickly disappears, it is unfragranced, so not sure where that vanilla smell comes from. Truly 10/10