Dr. Sheths Sunscreen Review: We Tried All The Variants & Here's Our Verdict

Probably the most popular out of the lot, the Dr. Sheths Ceramide & Vitamin C Sunscreen has mineral and organic filters that keep you protected from the sun with an SPF of 50. Talking about the main ingredients, vitamin c loads up your skin with antioxidants that keep hyperpigmentation at bay while ceramides help nourish the skin barrier. The formula feels quite creamy on the skin (more like a cross between a gel and a cream moisturiser) and is ideal for dry skin types due to oodles of hydration it provides. It has a slippery or wet feel at first, but this settles as it absorbs into the skin with minimum blending, leaving no-white caste which is a big plus! Non-dry skin types should avoid this one because it has a dewy finish that can feel sticky on oily skin. As someone with oily skin, I don't think I will be drawn to it in the summer, but would definitely restock it for the cold, dry days because of how light it feels.

Pros:

-Hydrating and moisturising

-No white caste

-No pilling

-Has nice ingredients to improve skin

Cons:

-Feels slippery or wet initially

-Might be too dewy for oily skin

This variant took me by surprise. As someone who had used their Haldi & Hyaluronic Acid Moisturiser in the past, I was expecting something similar but the sunscreen's formula is totally different in a pleasant way. The texture is of a light moisturiser (in comparison to the gel moisturiser) and is absent of the haldi balls that were present in the moisturiser. Which is also great for people who aren't fond of the smell. The application is super smooth, it glides on the skin like butter and blends into nothing within less than a minute. The end result is a satin finish, neither matte nor too dewy which makes it suitable for oily as well as dry skin types. It again has an SPF of 50 which is great. It also has hyaluronic acid and haldi to keep the skin hydrated and protected.

Pros:

-Lightweight and hydrating 

-Slightly dewy finish

-Blends easily

-No white cast or pilling

-Has a cooling effect on the skin

Cons:

-People with very oil skin might not like the slightly dewy finish

First things first, the texture of this sunscreen feels weird. It has a thick silicone-y texture that feels more like a primer than a sunscreen. It lays on heavy on the skin when you first apply it, and it might take some time to get completely absorbed. We would suggest patting it into the skin over rubbing it in, as it isn't a creamy formula. It leaves a faint white caste for a minute or so but that disappears as it settles on the skin. Niacinamide helps in mattifying which makes it a great pick for oily and acne-prone skin but we're not sure if it's worth the time and patience it demands for being blended. It has an SPF of 50 so you don't have to doubt its performance but the texture does put us off it. 

Pros:

-Helps control oil and mattifies 

-Isn't as heavy as other mattifying sunscreens

-No pilling

Cons:

-Takes a little while to blend

-Slight white caste for an initial minute

The newest addition to their sunscreen collection, this one has mineral filters. It boasts 25% Zinc Oxide that claims to be water resistant for up to 120 minutes which is great for days when you want to sweat it out under the sun, go swimming, or even purposefully get caught in the rain. It does feel a little heavy on the skin and also leaves a sort of sticky sheen behind, so do keep that in mind before buying. However, if you are someone looking for a water-resistant sunscreen or don't prefer chemical filters, this is a great buy for you with ample sun protection (SPF 50).

Pros:

-Mineral filters don't penetrate the skin as much and it is suitable for sensitive skin

-No white caste

-No pilling

-Water-resistant

Cons:

-Takes a while to blend

-Slightly heavy on the skin

-Slightly greasy on the skin

Since all of them have an SPF of 50 and PA+++, the deciding factor for your buy has to be the finish you are inclined towards or your skin type. If you have dry skin and need your sunscreen to have a rich creamy formula, get your hands on the one with ceramides and vitamin C.

If your skin is super oily and oil-controlling products are something your skin can't do without, then befriend the one with centella and niacinamide.

On the other hand, the hyaluronic and haldi one is suitable for dry as well as combination skin types, oily skin folks can also give it a shot during dry seasons.

Last but not least, the mineral one is great for people who enjoy working out under the sun as it is water-resistant and also free from chemical filters which usually don't suit sensitive skin. All in all, Dr., Sheths' sunscreens receive a thumbs up from me for covering a wide variety of skin concerns and types and spotlighting Indian skin-friendly formulas in the market.