Estee Lauder Crescent White Full Cycle Brightening UV Protector SPF 50 Review

Hi Beauties,

Ooofff!!!! What a long name for a simple product. Yes, this is a sunscreen. Estee Lauder recently launched a wide range of skin care products under the “Crescent White” range. While I went through all the products at the store, my eyes immediately fell on the sunscreen. As you all know, I am a sunscreen junkie. I have used hoards of sunscreen; right from drugstore to departmental store brands. I just can’t seem to get enough of it. If you ask me my most essential skin care product, without which I won’t ever step out of the house, it would be a “sunscreen.” I am totally obsessed with sunscreens. Well, when I saw this new one at Estee Lauder (I have used their Cyber White one as well), and seeing that this one has a SPF of 50; I immediately bought it.

Estee Lauder Crescent White Full Cycle Brightening UV Protector SPF 50

Product Description:
What it is:  An antioxidant-rich formula to protects skin and create a smooth base for makeup.
What it is formulated to do:  Ensure a brighter, spot-free future for your skin with a broad spectrum SPF 50 protector that is gentle enough for daily use. Fortified powerful antioxidants and soothing anti-irritants pamper while protecting. The lightweight, multidefense formula creates a smooth base for makeup to effortlessly glide on for an even, flawless finish. The Crescent White Full Cycle Brightening Collection: protect against daytime damage and harness the power of the night. Naturally derived botanicals work with your skin’s own daily cycle to help repair and prevent the look of dark spots. Day by day, skin awakens—looking fairer, brighter, more translucent.

Estee Lauder Crescent White Full Cycle Brightening UV Protector SPF 50

How To Use:

  • Apply as the last step in your AM Crescent White regimen.
  • Wear alone or under foundation.

Ingredients:

Estee Lauder Crescent White Full Cycle Brightening UV Protector SPF 50

Price:
INR 2400/- for 30 ml product.

Packaging: It comes in a white box packaging (it is Crescent White, you see); with all instructions written on it. Inside is another white-colored tube, with a silver cap. On opening it, you find a very tiny hole at the mouth of the tube. This is a squeeze tube and the tiny hole really regulates the flow of product. You really need a very less amount of the sunscreen, since it is a bit runny.

Estee Lauder Crescent White Full Cycle Brightening UV Protector SPF 50

Color/Fragrance/Texture:  The sunscreen is pure white in color, with no particular fragrance in it. The consistency is a bit runny, but not too much so as to flow out on inverting the tube. It feels like a lightweight lotion. It spreads very easily; and about 5-6 drops are enough to cover the entire face.

Results:  My morning routine usually includes a cleanser, toner, and serum, followed by sunscreen. Sometimes, I use a BB cream or foundation on top and sometimes I just use a translucent loose powder. The sunscreen, if used in correct amounts, spreads easily on the skin. It does not look shiny on my face. It does feel a bit sticky for initial 4-5 minutes, but then, the stickiness disappears. It does not impart any white cast on my face. It really forms a nice and smooth base on which any BB cream or foundation will glide and sit very nicely. It is almost like a primer, forming a good base for makeup.

Estee Lauder Crescent White Full Cycle Brightening UV Protector SPF 50

This provides extremely good sun protection. However, since it has SPF of 50 in it, you cannot wear it for flash photography. I have dry skin and I have worn this in places of high as well as low humidity. On my dry skin, this is a real boon for the makeup as it never dries or flakes. In dry climate, I do not notice it melting on my face. In high humid places, I do notice some shine after 1-1.5 hours in the sun, but this can be rectified with a bit of powder. I always carry my Peter Thomas Roth Mineral sunscreen with me; and I use this to take care of the shine. As with other sunscreens, this too has to be re-applied every 2 hours, but I rely on my mineral sunscreen for that.

Estee Lauder Crescent White Full Cycle Brightening UV Protector SPF 50

For oily skin, I will recommend it only during winters, or you might use a tester in summer before buying the full size. I really like this sunscreen; and though it is costly; as I said earlier; I really am a sunscreen junkie.

Pros of Estee Lauder Crescent White Full Cycle Brightening UV Protector SPF 50:

  • White squeeze tube packaging with minute hole to control the flow of the product.
  • 5-6 drops are enough for my entire face.
  • Spreads easily.
  • Does not make face look ashy.
  • Makes the skin smooth and ready for other makeup products (like a primer).
  • Feels a bit sticky initially, but that disappears within a few minutes.
  • Very good sun protection.
  • Rich in anti-oxidants and anti-irritants, so good for sensitive skin types too.
  • Very good for dry to normal skin types.

Cons of Estee Lauder Crescent White Full Cycle Brightening UV Protector SPF 50:

  • White cast on flash photography.
  • Very expensive.
  • Limited availability in India.
  • Does not provide matte finish (not for oily skin types).

IMBB Rating:
4.6/5

Would I Repurchase Estee Lauder Crescent White Full Cycle Brightening UV Protector SPF 50?
No, not because I do not like it but only because I like to try out sunscreens from different brands.

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2 thoughts on “Estee Lauder Crescent White Full Cycle Brightening UV Protector SPF 50 Review

  1. Estee Lauder products are always top notch. Doc, I have to remember to use a sunscreen before going out, is SPf 31 good enough? I am using Sunban after the laser treatment.

  2. What laser trt jomo??? Hope u r doing well. Well, spf 30 will give u around 95% protection, and spf 50 will give around 98%. So I guess, spf 30 should be good enough

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