e.l.f. SKIN Suntouchable Invisible SPF 35 Sunscreen, Lightweight Gel for Under Makeup, Daily Face Sunscreen for Women, Vegan & Cruelty-Free Review
Our verdict
e.l.f. SKIN Suntouchable Invisible is a water resistant SPF 35 gel sunscreen that doubles as a makeup primer, and it holds a strong 4.5 star average across roughly 2,800 reviews, making it one of the more reassuring picks in this lineup at scale.
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Daily face sunscreen under makeup, especially for people who want a lightweight, invisible gel that can also stand in as a primer.
Skip if
You want a higher SPF than 35, or you specifically want a mineral only formula rather than chemical filters.
- Priced 34% below the category median ($19.79 across 131 tracked models)
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.5/5
4.5 average across 2,800 owner ratings
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Popularity4.2/5
2,800 owner reviews, more than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other women's everyday face care: moisturizers, face mists, facial kits, rollers, cleansing brushes and steamers we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
e.l.f. SKIN Suntouchable Invisible is a gel sunscreen rated SPF 35, built on four chemical filters, avobenzone at 3 percent, octisalate at 5 percent, octocrylene at 8 percent, and homosalate at 7 percent. It is unscented, paraben free, and water resistant.
The additional features note that it doubles as a makeup primer, and its invisible finish is meant to leave no visible cast, positioning it as a single step before makeup rather than a separate primer and sunscreen routine.
With around 2,800 reviews averaging 4.5 stars, this is one of the larger and more consistently well reviewed picks in this set, which is a reassuring combination of rating and sample size.
Pros
- SPF 35 from a four filter broad spectrum chemical blend
- Doubles as a makeup primer for a single step routine
- Water resistant and paraben free
- Unscented formula
- Strong 4.5 star average across roughly 2,800 reviews
- Budget friendly price point
Cons
- SPF 35 is lower than the SPF 40 to 50 options in this category
- Chemical filter blend will not suit those wanting a mineral only sunscreen
Performance notes
The combination of avobenzone, octisalate, octocrylene, and homosalate at the listed percentages is a well established, broad spectrum chemical filter blend commonly used in daily wear sunscreens. Being paraben free and unscented also supports easier daily use under makeup for people with reactive or sensitive skin.
What buyers say
A 4.5 star average across roughly 2,800 ratings is one of the stronger combinations of high rating and high review volume in this comparison, which is a good sign of consistent satisfaction at scale rather than a small, lucky sample.
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Frequently asked questions
Can this replace my makeup primer?
The listing describes it as doubling as a primer, so many people use it as their only priming step before applying makeup rather than layering a separate primer on top.
What UV filters does it use?
It uses a four filter blend of avobenzone at 3 percent, octisalate at 5 percent, octocrylene at 8 percent, and homosalate at 7 percent, a common combination for broad spectrum daily wear sunscreens.
Is it water resistant?
Yes, the listing rates it as water resistant, though as with any water resistant sunscreen, reapplication after swimming, sweating, or towel drying is still a good idea.