Does this give you the everyday, all-around protection you actually need, and who is it best for?
Photon 360 is a lightweight, daily sunscreen designed to protect against the sun and modern life (think screens and city air). It’s comfy, makeup-friendly, and a strong pick for normal to oily skin or humid weather. If you’re managing stubborn dark spots on deeper skin tones, you may prefer a tinted, iron-oxide SPF for extra blue-light defense.
Meet Photon 360 (and why people reach for it)
Think of this as your no-drama daily SPF: high protection (SPF 50, broad-spectrum), a fluid cream texture that settles to a soft, non-greasy finish, and a formula that plays nicely with your morning routine. It aims for “360°” protection—meaning sun (UVA/UVB) plus indoor screen light and urban stressors like heat and pollution, with help from antioxidants.
Who’s it for?
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Everyday sunscreen users who want reliable protection without a heavy feel
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Makeup wearers who hate pilling or sliding
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Oily/combination skin and humid climates that demand a lighter finish
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Sensitive-leaning folks who prefer formulas without strong fragrance (always patch test)
What 360° really means—in normal-people terms
Let’s decode it quickly:
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UVA/UVB: The sun’s main rays. UVB = burns; UVA = aging and uneven tone. Broad-spectrum SPF 50 covers both.
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Blue light (from screens + daylight): Can nudge pigmentation in some people, especially on deeper skin tones.
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Infrared/heat + pollution: These don’t “burn” like UV, but they can stress skin. Antioxidants help take the edge off.
Where Photon 360 fits:
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Sun: Strong daily coverage for errands, commutes, school runs, office days, and weekend hangs.
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Screens & city life: Antioxidants support the “beyond-sun” part of the promise. For visible-light protection on deeper tones or melasma-prone skin, tinted SPFs with iron oxides tend to be the gold standard—so consider a tinted option if that’s you.
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How it actually feels (the everyday test)
Picture a typical day:
8:00 a.m. — On clean skin, after moisturizer
Photon 360 spreads like a light lotion and sets down quickly—no sticky film. It’s easy to hit the recommended “two to three fingers” amount for face and neck without feeling mask-y.
9:00 a.m. — Under makeup
Base products grip well on top. If you like a soft-matte or natural finish, this checks that box. Pro tip: give it 60–90 seconds to settle before foundation.
1:00 p.m. — Desk, lunch, a quick walk
No obvious white cast on most tones with the Hydra (untinted) version. If you’re deep-toned and want guaranteed tone-evening + blue-light coverage, reach for the tinted version instead.
6:00 p.m. — After a warm commute or light workout
The texture stays comfortable and doesn’t feel suffocating. If you sweat or towel off, reapply (ideally every 2 hours when you’re in steady daylight).
Sensitivity & breakouts
It’s designed with day-to-day comfort in mind and aims to be friendly to blemish-prone skin. As always, do a quick patch test if your skin is reactive.
“Will it pill? Will it shine? Will it smell?”—quick answers
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Pilling: Low risk when applied on dry skin and allowed to settle before makeup.
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Shine: Starts dewy for a minute, then lands soft-natural to semi-matte.
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Scent: No heavy fragrance cloud. It’s not perfume-y.
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White cast: Minimal on most; tinted is the foolproof route for deeper complexions.
Who will love Photon 360 (and who might skip)
You’ll love it if:
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You want high protection in a lightweight, non-greasy feel
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Your skin is normal, combo, or oily, or you live somewhere warm/humid
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You wear makeup and need an SPF that plays nicely underneath
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You like the idea of antioxidants supporting you beyond UV
You might skip or choose the tinted version if:
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You’re tackling dark spots/melasma on deeper skin and want that extra iron-oxide boost from a tinted SPF
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You’re planning intense water sports and need a clearly labeled, long-duration water-resistant beach sunscreen (check labels for the exact minutes)
Value check (simple and honest)
Photon 360 sits in the “accessible clinic” zone: not the cheapest at the chemist, not luxury pricing either. You’re paying for an easy-to-wear texture, high daily protection, and makeup compatibility—the exact mix most people actually use every single day. If your priority is tone-evening on deeper skin, a tinted SPF could be a smarter spend for you.
Not sure which finish fits you best? Chat with a Get Glow advisor or try our 2-minute SPF Fit Quiz to pick between Hydra and Tinted.
Sunscreen 101: Everything You Need To Know About SPF
We promised no jargon, so here’s the need-to-know:
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SPF number = burn protection from UVB.
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Broad-spectrum = UVA + UVB coverage (aging + burning).
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Amount matters: Use two to three finger lengths for face/neck.
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Timing matters: Reapply every 2 hours in steady daylight, and after sweating, swimming, or toweling.
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No sunscreen is “waterproof.” Hats, shade, and UPF clothing make your sunscreen’s job easier.
Sunscreen: How to Help Protect Your Skin from the Sun (your simple routine)
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Morning: Cleanse → treat (vitamin C or blemish care) → Photon 360 → makeup.
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On the go: Keep a travel SPF (lotion, stick, or mist) for easy top-ups.
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Outdoors longer? Add sunglasses, a cap, and shade breaks.
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Sensitive days: Patch test new products on the jawline first.
A quick word on blue light & darker skin tones
If your main goal is fading post-acne marks or melasma and you have a deeper skin tone, a tinted sunscreen (with iron oxides) can be a game-changer for visible-light protection and a tone-evening finish. Photon 360 Tint is worth a look for that reason alone.
Our crisp verdict
For daily, real-life protection, Aclaris Photon 360 Hydra delivers where it counts: high SPF, comfortable wear, makeup-friendly, and easy to reapply. It’s a standout everyday pick for normal to oily skin and warm, humid weather. If you want extra insurance against blue-light-triggered darkening on deeper tones, choose the tinted route.
Rating: ★★★★☆ (4.2/5) for daily urban life; ★★★½☆ (3.7/5) for heavy water days (you’ll want a sport-labeled SPF then).
Ready to try it? Shop Aclaris Photon 360 on Get Glow. Prefer a tone-evening finish? Explore Photon 360 Tint.
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Friendly FAQs
Will it leave a white cast?
Hydra (untinted) is designed to settle clear on most tones. For deeper complexions or if you want tone-evening, go tinted.
Can I use it under makeup?
Yes. Let it set for a minute before foundation—your base will glide.
I have acne-prone skin—will it clog me?
It’s built for daily comfort. As with any product, patch test and introduce it alongside a simple routine.
How much do I really need?
Two to three finger lengths for face/neck. Reapply every 2 hours in steady daylight (and after sweat/swim).
Is it enough for the beach?
Great for everyday. For long, water-heavy beach time, choose an SPF specifically labeled for extended water resistance and reapply often.
Get Glow is a dermatologist-founded store. We curate formulas that are clinically minded and routine-friendly, so you can focus on healthy, radiant skin—without the guesswork.