I know this protects my only issue was that it made me sweat after I reapplied. I do live in Texas and it was particularly hot that day but the cream sunscreen from this brand does not do that.
i was super excited to try this bc i saw so much hype about it on instagram
it is definitely very mattifying so 100% combo/oily skin people who want a matte finish will love it!
i think i prefer a different shape though, like abib's sun stick (C-shaped)
and just didn't think it was super easy to apply, sometimes felt like it tugged at my skin a bit
also you have to be careful not to press too hard otherwise it starts crumbling - although you get the hang of it after a few applications
and also i always end up finding random dirt or hair on it, which may just be me/all sun sticks but I find a bit annoying having to remove that bc it leaves a bit of a dent in the sun stick