The price, the brand, and whether the product is promoted by influencers say little about the quality, the experts emphasized. With 64 out of 100 points and a price of 4.96 euros per 50 milliliters, a supermarket own-brand product convinced: "Sun Kiss Sensitive Sun Fluid Face & Décolleté" from Spar is the winner in the "good&cheap" category.
Face Sunscreens in VKI Test: This Was the Result
8-04-2026, 05:02
The Association for Consumer Information (VKI) conducted a study of twelve facial sunscreens with SPF 50 and 50+. Nine products received a good rating, while three were rated as average. All tested sunscreens are considered reliable: Fortunately, they ensure the stated protection against UVA and UVB radiation and thus protect against sunburn when used correctly, as the consumer advocates announced on Tuesday.
VKI Test: Most Expensive Sunscreen Product Fails in Application
The by far most expensive sunscreen, priced at 42 euros for 50 milliliters, disappointed in the application test - it was the only product to score only average in this category. All other creams managed to convince the 30 testers, who subjectively assessed texture, smell, and spreadability.
Regarding packaging, consumer advocates see significant potential for improvement in all products: unnecessary overpackaging could easily be avoided. The example of a pump bottle (from the brand Eucerin) shows that very small residual amounts in the container are indeed possible.
Facial sunscreens are characterized by a less strong scent, less greasy texture, and additional ingredients, such as for moisturizing the skin. However, in general, purchasing a product specifically for the face is not necessary. Conventional sunscreens can also be applied to the face without concern, according to the VKI. The amount is crucial: To achieve the advertised protective effect, a teaspoon full of cream should be used for the face alone.
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