Review of MAC Prep + Prime Face Protect SPF50

 

I got a sample of this from my MAC store the other day. It is not as light as I would like, but still nice under makeup. $36.50 CAD for 30mL

Active Ingredients: 

• Zinc oxide 16.1% (absorbs UVB, UVA1&UVA2)

• Octinoxate 7.5% (absorbs UVB) 
  

Pros:

• Easy to find if you have a MAC store close by

• Primer and sunscreen in one

• High amount of zinc oxide, but again, since I am in Canada, there is no way to tell how much UVA protection this actually provides. 

• Cosmetically elegant with good oil control and prevented my makeup from melting off in hot, humid weather. 

Cons:

• Texture is a bit thick so may be difficult to re-apply over makeup

• High amount of silicones therefore can be pore-clogging  

   

  UPDATE DEC 2012: MAC has changed the formulation for this and the oil control has decreased. I don't recommend this anymore.