SVR Sun Secure Extreme SPF50 on a warm cream background
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SPF

SVR Sun Secure Extreme SPF50+

An ultra-matte, highly resistant SPF 50+ gel for heat, sport and oily or shine-prone skin.

£21.00
50ml
Best suited to
You need a very resistant sunscreen and prefer an ultra-matte gel finish.
Another option may be better if
Your skin is dry, sensitive to fragranced formulas or you want a more moisturising daily cream.
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Dr Max’s view

Why I chose it

I have been on the hunt for a relatively reasonably priced SPF that is versatile enough that it’s suitable for almost everyone. Whether you have dark skin and are prone to acne, you’re very pale and have more mature skin or you are somewhere in the middle and have rosacea this is likely to work for you. It doesn’t have some of the bells and whistles (collagen stimulating, acne fighting and pigment suppressing properties) of some of the other products on The Curatory but it does its job exceedingly well and feels great on the skin.

Dr Max GreenfieldMBBS, BSc, MRCS(Eng)

Routine placement

Where this fits

A broad guide to where this sits, without assuming how many steps your routine has.

Morning
Comes afterOther morning skincare
This product SVR Sun Secure Extreme SPF50+
Comes beforeMakeup or heading outside
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How to introduce it

Squeeze a generous amount into your hand - I find that a large chickpea size covers your face, neck and ears.

This is unlikely to be moisturising enough if you have very dry skin so I’d moisturise first, let that sink in and then apply this SPF.

As with all SPF the advice is to reapply every two hours - I know that this sounds overwhelming but do try to apply as often as possible particularly if you are outdoors, have been sweating, have been in water or have towelled your face

Guidance continues after purchase. We can help you introduce, simplify or adjust this product.

Inside the formula

The ingredients that make this special

A closer look at the ingredients doing the most meaningful work in this formula—and what the evidence can reasonably tell us.

Vitamin E

A potent antioxidant that helps to prevent aging changes, support collagen production and stabilise Vitamin C.

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Vitamin E not only helps to stabilise Vitamin C and make it more potent, it also works as an anti-oxidant by itself by mopping up the free radicals that cause damage to DNA, collagen and elastin.

Watercress Extract

A botanical extract that may help support skin hydration and protection.

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Watercress Extract contains antioxidants and amino acids that are thought to help protect skin cells from environmental stress and support hydration. Early research and small laboratory studies suggest potential benefits for reducing oxidative damage, but more robust clinical data in topical skincare is needed to confirm these effects. It is generally well tolerated and often included in formulations aimed at supporting skin health and comfort.

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Isododecane, Dimethicone/Bis-Isobutyl PPG-20 Crosspolymer, Diisopropyl Adipate, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Isopropyl Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Tocopherol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Parfum (Fragrance), Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Lepidium Sativum Sprout Extract.

The thinking behind the formula

More about SVR

Laboratoire SVR has developed dermatological skincare since 1962, with ranges designed for different skin needs including sensitive and reactive skin. Its Sensifine line focuses on short, carefully considered formulas for skin that is easily unsettled.

Sensifine AR Micellar Water uses mild cleansing agents and niacinamide in a fragrance-free formula intended for the face, eyes and lips.