Cancer Council Face Daywear BB Cream Matte SPF50+

Unsuitable as a primer or makeup base – After application, it leaves a muddy texture, unevenly spreading and unsuitable as a primer or makeup base.

Go to for no makeup look + protection – I have an oily face which makes it tricky to find a sunscreen that stays put. This one ticks all the boxes: 1. It runny in consistency but goes on smooth and settles as a matte finish that lasts hours. 2. It is cost effective, especially when on sale. Plus proceeds go towards cancer research and services. 3. It does not sting the eyes. 4. Gives you a very light coverage for the perfect no makeup look.

My daily routine: 1. Prep & prime skin 2. Using my finger, I apply enough to cover my face only including undereye & eyelids. 3. I set with a translucent loose powder.

This routine ensures this stays put for at least 6+ hours (without strenuous activity / sweating). I have tried re-applying and I didn't notice any issues.

The only drawback is that it can pill if you put on too much product. I still haven't found a way to address this but it is not a deal breaker for me.

I can't attest as to its SPF because I live in Australia and make sure that I stay out of the sun most of the time.

Lovely BB cream – I really like this BB cream, it's fairly liquid so you don't need much and I find it goes on well using a foundation brush. I haven't had any problems with pilling. I've been using the Light Tint and it gives just the right amount of sheer coverage to make me look less washed out. I'll possibly switch to the Medium in the summer when I'm a bit more tanned. I was looking for a BB cream that wasn't too pricey and having an SPF 50 is a bonus

Not good – This matte light tint 50+ SPF BB cream didn't absorb well, clumped up and flaked. I have mature dry to normal skin. Unfortunately this product just didn't work for me. Had to wash it off.