Editor’s Picks: 16 of the Best Tinted Mineral Sunscreens for Your Face

Just a few years ago, it was hard to find a good mineral sunscreen—let alone one with a tint!

Fortunately, that's no longer the case. Anyone who has experienced the notorious white cast from physical SPFs will be happy to know that there are now PLENTY of non-whitening, tinted alternatives.

These products are also ideal if you're looking for a little more coverage, to perhaps even replace your usual BB or CC cream, tinted moisturizer or foundation.

What's more, you don't have to sacrifice on sun protection. The options below all meet or come very close to my criteria for sunscreens, with high enough levels of active ingredients to shield you from both UVA and UVB rays.

Now, there's no reason not to use a mineral SPF!

The Best Tinted Sunscreens

First up, I'm sharing the best tinted sunscreens I've tried (so far), along with swatches so you can see them on the skin. To recap what I look for:

  • Zinc oxide: Ideally, for complete UVA and UVB protection, I like to see at least 20 percent zinc oxide—or 15 to 20 percent zinc oxide with at least 7.5 percent titanium dioxide. (Note: I've included a few exceptions that are almost there!)
  • PUFA-free or low-PUFA: These are unstable polyunsaturated oils that interact with UV light to cause skin damage, so they shouldn't be present in high concentrations (I look at the first five to 10 ingredients).
  • Free of AHAs and vitamin A: These ingredients can increase sun sensitivity (none are present in the products here!).

I've also noted the silicone, fragrance, and paraben content, and which products are cruelty-free and water-resistant.

Ava Isa Aurora Rose Ultra Matte SPF 45 Sunscreen

✓High-zinc ✓PUFA-free ✓Silicone-free Fragrance-free ✓Paraben-free ✓Cruelty-free

Ava Isa Aurora Rose Ultra Matte SPF 45 Sunscreen is part of a new sunscreen range from The Sunscreen Company (formerly known as CyberDerm), my favourite Canadian sunscreen brand—and it's their best one yet!

This comes in one tint, a nude-rose with subtle shimmer (as well as a matte, non-tinted version). I would describe the texture as a light cream-gel that dries down to feel like nothing is on your skin. And it's silicone-free!

It's the highest SPF they've offered to date (SPF 45), even though it only contains 15 percent zinc oxide. As outlined in my sunscreen ingredients tutorial, that would usually amount to an SPF 24. The reason it's higher is because they're now using a patent-pending, certified organic material that increases the UV protection by 60 percent.

This is different than what many companies are doing to get high SPF numbers—adding anti-inflammatories and antioxidants to their formulas. Because of the flawed way SPF ratings are calculated, ingredients that reduce redness will give a formula a higher “score,” even if it has low levels of actives and is not actually any more protective.

The bottom line? Ava Isa is a TRUE SPF 45—you won't be disappointed!

Where to buy: The Sunscreen Company ‣ Well.ca (available July 2023)

Active Ingredient: 15% Zinc Oxide. Other Ingredients: Aqua, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate*, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate*, Isostearic Acid*, Polylactic Acid*, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride*, Propanediol*, Undecane*, Tridecane*, Cetearyl Olivate*, Sorbitan Olivate*, Polyglyceryl-3 Dicitrate/Stearate*, Titanium Dioxide, Stearic Acid, Alumina, Cerium Dioxide, Silica, Aluminium Hydroxide, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Glycerin*, Polygonum Aviculare Extract, Xanthin Gum, C.I. 77491, C.I. No. 77891, Mica. *Certified organic

Avène Complexion Correcting Shield SPF 50+

✓High-zinc ✓PUFA-free Fragrance-free ✓Paraben-free 

If you're looking for a closer colour match, and the feel of a tinted moisturizer, Avène Complexion Correcting Shield SPF 50+ could be for you.

This formula comes in three shades—Light, Medium and Dark—and gives medium coverage. Going on, it's very pigmented, creamy and opaque, but becomes more sheer as you blend it out. Looking at the swatches, I think these colours lean warm rather than neutral, just FYI.

With 15.6 percent zinc oxide and 12.5 percent titanium dioxide, you're getting complete UVA and UVB protection.

Where to buy: Amazon.com ‣ Avène ‣ B-Glowing ‣ Dermstore ‣ Net-a-Porter ‣ SkinStore ‣ Walgreens

Active Ingredients: Zinc Oxide (15.6%), Titanium Dioxide (12.5 %). Other Ingredients: Water, Caprylic/capric Triglyceride, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Dimethicone, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Isodecyl Neopentanoate, Iron Oxides, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Vp/eicosene Copolymer, Polysorbate 20, Soyethyl Morpholinium Ethosulfate, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Xanthan Gum, Glycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Stearic Acid, Peg/ppg/polybutylene Glycol-8/5/3 Glycerin, Carbomer, Ceramide Ap, Ceramide Eop, Ceramide Np, Phytosphingosine, Cholesterol, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Tocopherol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium Edta, Tocopheryl Acetate, Allantoin, Ascorbic Acid.

Beautycounter Dew Skin Moisturizing Coverage SPF 20

✓Low-PUFA Fragrance-free ✓Paraben-free ✓Cruelty-free 

Beautycounter Dew Skin Moisturizing Coverage SPF 20 is a tinted moisturizer that delivers sheer coverage and a bit of sun protection.

This is a cream-gel that comes in five shades, so everyone should be able to find their match! (No. 1, the lightest, is mine.) As per the product name, the finish is dewy, although you could certainly powder that down in your T-zone.

Since the active ingredient is 14 percent zinc oxide, they're only claiming SPF 20 for this formula—not enough for the beach, but perfect for summer office days.

Where to buy: Beautycounter ‣ Goop

Active Ingredient: Zinc Oxide 14%. Other Ingredients: Aqua/Water/Eau, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Coco-Caprylate, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Isopropyl Palmitate, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate, Octyldodecyl Oleate, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Isopropyl Myristate, Dimethicone, Magnesium Sulfate, Cera Alba/Beeswax/Cire d'abeille, Gluconolactone, Sodium Hyaluronate, Lecithin, Ribes Nigrum (Black Currant) Seed Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Solidago Virgaurea (Goldenrod) Extract, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Isostearic Acid, Glycerin, Propanediol, Sodium Benzoate, Isoeicosane, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Octyldodecanol, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Alcohol, Paeonia Suffruticosa (Mountain Peony) Root Extract, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Rosa Damascena (Rose) Flower Oil, Salvia Sclarea (Clary) Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Flower Oil, Vanilla Planifolia (Vanilla) Fruit , Calcium Gluconate, Sodium Chloride, Mica, Iron Oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891).

CyberDerm Simply Zinc Ultra SPF 50

✓High-zinc ✓Low-PUFA ✓Silicone-free Fragrance-free ✓Paraben-free ✓Cruelty-free

More news from The Sunscreen Company—CyberDerm Simply Zinc Ultra Sun Whip SPF 50 is a new and improved version of the original Simply Zinc, to be launched later this summer. I've been testing a lab sample, and I'm so impressed!

It is now tinted, with a unique texture that reminds me of dry-oil fluid foundations. (Think: Giorgio Armani Maestro Fusion Makeup.) In other words, it's very thin, fluid and easy to spread, giving you sheer coverage—and unlike Armani, no silicones! Once it dries, there is no texture on the skin.

The reformulation also features the highest level of zinc oxide I've ever seen (25 percent!) and a higher SPF (SPF 50)!

Where to buy: The Sunscreen Company (available August 2023)

Active Ingredient: Zinc Oxide* 25%. Other Ingredients: Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride*, Cococaprylate/Caprate*, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate*, Isostearic Acid*, Polylactic Acid*, Coconut Alkanes*, Sodium-Phospho-Magnesium Silicate, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Oleosomes*, Water/Eau, Picea Abies Extract, Propanediol*, Titanium Dioxide, Stearic Acid, Alumina, Cerium Dioxide, Silica, Aluminum Hydroxide, Polyhydroxystearic Acid. May Contain: Black, Yellow, Red Iron Oxides (CI 77499, CI 77492, CI 77491), Phytic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide. *Certified organic

Drunk Elephant Umbra Tinte Physical Daily Defense SPF 30

✓High-zinc ✓Low-PUFA ✓Silicone-free Fragrance-free ✓Paraben-free ✓Cruelty-free

Drunk Elephant Umbra Tinte Physical Daily Defense SPF 30 is a true tinted sunscreen—no coverage, but ideal if you're looking for a lightweight, non-whitening SPF.

It comes in just one tint, which should be suitable for all but the very fair, because it is so sheer. Out of the tube, it has a refreshing gel-like quality that is easy to spread and blend (no silicones). Similar to Beautycounter Dew Skin, it doesn't really dry down and stays dewy, so you may find you need to strategically powder. There is also some fine shimmer running through it, but for what it's worth, I can never see it on my face!

In terms of protection, you're getting an excellent 20 percent zinc oxide in here.

Where to buy: Drunk Elephant ‣ Sephora

Active Ingredient: Zinc Oxide 20%. Other Ingredients: Water (Aqua), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Glycerin, Pentylene Glycol, Steareth-2, Propanediol, Steareth-21, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Cetearyl Alcohol, Silica, Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Chondrus Crispus Extract, Haematococcus Pluvialis Extract, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Sprout Extract, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Juice Extract, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Raspberry Seed Oil/Tocopheryl Succinate Aminopropanediol Esters, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Tocopheryl Acetate, Tocopherol, Sea Water, Acetyl Glucosamine, Cetearyl Glucoside, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Glycine, Sucrose, Lecithin, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Xanthan Gum, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Mica, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium C14·16 Olefin Sulfonate, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Iron Oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499)

Juice Beauty Stem Cellular CC Cream SPF 30

✓High-zinc ✓Low-PUFA ✓Silicone-free ✓Paraben-free ✓Cruelty-free

Juice Beauty Stem Cellular CC Cream SPF 30 is a CC cream with broad-spectrum sun protection and tons of natural ingredients. The first thing you will notice is how incredible it smells!

There are five shades (my match is the lightest one, Natural Glow), offering very sheer coverage—maybe just enough to even out your tone. This is also one of the dewiest formulas. It doesn't really dry down, but paired with a translucent powder, it's totally fine, and feels great on the skin. I also appreciate that it doesn't have silicones.

Despite the near-invisible texture, there's a generous amount of zinc oxide in here—20 percent!

Where to buy: Amazon.ca ‣ Amazon.com ‣ Amazon.co.uk ‣ Bluemercury ‣ Content Beauty & Wellbeing ‣ Dermstore ‣ Goop ‣ Juice Beauty ‣ Neiman Marcus ‣ Sephora ‣ SkinStore ‣ Ulta

Active Ingredient: Zinc Oxide 20%. Other Ingredients: Aloe barbadensis (organic aloe juice)*, cocos nucifera (organic coconut oil)*, pyrus malus (organic apple juice)*, vitis vinifera (organic white grape juice)*, caprylic/capric triglyceride‣, sorbitan stearate, ricinus communis (castor seed oil), polyglyceryl-10 laurate, magnesium sulfate, helianthus annuus (organic sunflower seed oil)*, simmondsia chinensis (organic jojoba seed oil)*, tocopherol (Vitamin E), magnesium ascorbyl phosphate (Vitamin C), sodium hyaluronate‣, malus domestica (apple fruit cell culture extract), vitis vinifera (grape fruit cell extract), citrus medica limonum (lemon leaf cell extract), phenethyl alcohol, ethylhexylglycerin‣, citrus reticulata (mandarin oil), citrus aurantium (petitgrain oil). May contain: iron oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499). ‣Plant derived. *Certified organic.

Kosmea Moisturising Lotion SPF 30

✓High-zinc ✓Low-PUFA ✓Silicone-free ✓Paraben-free ✓Cruelty-free

If you're looking for the most lightweight possible option, my suggestion is Kosmea Moisturising Lotion SPF 30. This is one of my new favourites this year!

It has a super-refreshing, almost watery lotion texture that becomes clear as soon as you spread it around. It comes in just the one tint, which gives no coverage, but because it is so light, you could easily wear this under foundation without feeling greasy. And I love that it doesn't contain any silicones.

There's 20 percent zinc oxide, so you are also fully protected.

Where to buy: Amazon.ca ‣ Amazon.com ‣ Kosmea ‣ Well.ca

Active Ingredient: Zinc oxide 20%. Other Ingredients: Aqua. Caprylic/capric triglyceride. Caprylyl Glycol. Cetearyl Alcohol. Hydroxypropyl starch phosphate. Phenethyl alcohol. Sorbitan stearate. Boswellia carterii Oil (Frankincense). Cetearyl glucoside. Citrus sinensis Peel Essential Oil (Sweet Orange). Lavender Essential Oil. Pelargonium graveolens. Flower Oil. Polyhydroxystearic Acid. Rosa canina Seed Extract. Sucrose cocoate. Xanthan Gum. Aloe barbadensis leaf extract. Camellia sinensis Leaf Extract. Carthamus tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil. C.I. 77491. C.I. 77492. C.I. 77499. Cucumis sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract. Glycerin. Isoamyl laurate. Rosa canina Fruit Oil. Citric Acid.

Suntegrity 5-in-1 Natural Moisturizing Face Sunscreen SPF 30

✓High-zinc ✓Low-PUFA ✓Low-silicone ✓Fragrance-free ✓Paraben-free ✓Cruelty-free

Suntegrity 5-in-1 Natural Moisturizing Face Sunscreen SPF 30 was one of the first tinted sunscreens made with mineral filters… maybe even THE first! Dubbed a “5-in-1” product, it treats the skin with antioxidants; hydrates; protects; primes and covers.

This one is available in four shades, although it only goes as dark as a Medium. Compared to the others, it dispenses as a somewhat thick, opaque gel. Blended out, it has the texture and light coverage of a BB cream. Initially it gives a dewy finish, but it you leave it a few minutes to dry down, it becomes semi-matte.

This is another high-zinc formula, at 20 percent.

Where to buy: Amazon.com ‣ Dermstore ‣ Free People ‣ Shen Beauty ‣ Suntegrity ‣ The Detox Market

Active Ingredient: Zinc-Oxide 20% (non-nano). Other Ingredients: Aloe Barbadensis (Organic Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice, Capric Caprylic Triglycerides (Coconut Oil Extract), Water (Aqua), Sorbitan Stearate (Plant Derived), Glyceryl Stearate (Plant Derived), Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate (Plant Derived), Hexyl Laurate (Plant Derived), Simmondsia Chinensis (Organic Jojoba) Seed Oil, Cetyl Dimethicone (Mineral Derived), Magnesium Sulfate (Epsom Salt), Helianthus Annuus (Organic Sunflower) Seed Oil, Cucumis Sativus (Organic Cucumber) Fruit Extract, Astaxanthin (Algae Source), Hyaluronic Acid (Plant Derived), Chlorella Emersonii (Red Algae) Extract, Camellia Sinensis (Organic Green Tea) Extract, Punica Granatum (Organic Pomegranate) Seed Oil, Polyaminopropyl Biguanide*, Ethylhexylglycerin*, Iron Oxide. *Paraben-free preservative

W3ll People Bio Tint Multi-Action Moisturizer SPF 30

✓High-zinc ✓Low-PUFA ✓Silicone-free Fragrance-free ✓Paraben-free ✓Cruelty-free

Similar to Avène, the W3ll People Bio Tint Multi-Action Moisturizer SPF 30 is a higher-coverage tinted moisturizer that could replace your current makeup.

It's available in four tints, and after trying two of them (Fair and Light), I will say that this range runs on the darker, warmer side. I think I'll only be able to get away with Fair when I have a bit more colour! That said, I love the buildable, light-to-medium coverage and silicone-free formula. As you blend, it dries to a glowy, semi-matte finish. (Make sure you blend well, though—it tends to separate a little in the tube.)

This one boasts 20 percent zinc oxide, as well!

Where to buy: Amazon.ca ‣ Amazon.com ‣ Dermstore ‣ Target ‣ The Detox Market ‣ W3ll People

Active Ingredient: Zinc Oxide 20%. Other Ingredients: Water, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Silica, Castor (Ricinus Communis) Oil, Glycerin, Shea Butter Ethyl Esters, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Brassica Oleracea Italica (Broccoli) Seed Oil, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Magnesium Sulfate, Isostearic Acid, Lecithin, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Gluconolactone, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil. Contains 1% or less of each of the following: Tocopheryl Acetate, Isoamyl Laurate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil*, Cucurbita Pepo (Pumpkin) Seed Oil*, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Glyceryl Caprylate, Sodium Benzoate, Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Tribehenin, Punica Granatum (Pomegrante) Seed Oil*, Bisabolol, Isoamyl Cocoate, Glyceryl Undecylenate, Phytic Acid, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice*, Ceramide NG, Calendula Officinalis (Marigold) Flower Extract*, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract*, Panax Quinquefolium Root Extract*, Calcium Gluconate, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextin, Algae Extract, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38, Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-12. *Certified Organic May Contain (±): Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Iron Oxide (CI 77492, CI 77491, CI 77499)

More Tinted Sunscreens to Try

And now for a few more options I've found to put on your radar. I haven't tried these ones yet (some are not yet available in Canada), but they, too, meet or come close to my criteria for active ingredients!

Juice Beauty SPF 30 Tinted Mineral Moisturizer

✓High-zinc ✓Low-PUFA ✓Silicone-free ✓Paraben-free ✓Cruelty-free

Juice Beauty SPF 30 Tinted Mineral Moisturizer is a BB cream suitable for normal to dry or mature skin. Like their CC Cream, it gives ultra-light coverage and is silicone-free, however, this formula is said to be more moisturizing. It comes in three tints, as well as a sheer version.

I believe this was recently reformulated, so now all the shades contain 20 percent zinc oxide!

Where to buy: Amazon.com ‣ Dermstore ‣ Juice Beauty ‣ SkinStore

Active Ingredient: Zinc Oxide 20%. Other Ingredients: Pyrus malus (organic apple juice)*, cocos nucifera (organic coconut oil)*, vitis vinifera (organic white grape juice)*, aloe barbadensis (organic aloe leaf juice)*, caprylic/capric triglyceride, sorbitan stearate, ricinus communis (castor seed oil), polyglyceryl-10 laurate, magnesium sulfate, helianthus annuus (organic sunflower seed oil)*, simmondsia chinensis (organic jojoba seed oil)*, tocopherol (Vitamin E), sodium hyaluronate (vegetable hyaluronic acid), phenethyl alcohol, ethylhexylglycerin, iron oxides, citrus reticulata (mandarin) & citrus aurantium (petitgrain) pure essential oils. *Certified organic.

MDSolarSciences MD Crème Mineral Beauty Balm SPF 50

✓High-zinc ✓Fragrance-free ✓Paraben-free ✓Cruelty-free ✓Water-resistant

MDSolarSciences MD Crème Mineral Beauty Balm SPF 50 is a sheer, matte BB cream with antioxidants. There are two shades: Light/Medium and Medium/Dark. It is one of the only tinted sunscreens I've found that is water-resistant, for up to 80 minutes.

With 17 percent zinc oxide, I would've liked to see 7.5 percent titanium dioxide (it only has 2 percent), but this is still giving decent protection, particularly if you plan to be swimming—or sweating!

Where to buy: Amazon.com ‣ Dermstore ‣ MDSolarSciences ‣ Revolve ‣ Sephora ‣ Saks Fifth Avenue

Active Ingredients: 17% Zinc Oxide, 2% Titanium Dioxide. Other Ingredients: Dimethicone, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glyceryl Isostearate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Dimethicone/ Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Silica, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Polysilicone-15, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Iron oxide, Caffeine, Niacinamide, Ubiquinone, Tocopheryl Acetate, Squalane, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Extract, Vaccinium Macrocarpon (Cranberry) Fruit Extract, Punica Granatum (Pomegranate) Extract

MDSolarSciences Mineral Tinted Crème SPF 30

✓High-zinc ✓Fragrance-free ✓Paraben-free ✓Cruelty-free ✓Water-resistant

MDSolarSciences Mineral Tinted Crème SPF 30 is a matte sunscreen that comes in one tint, which should blend with most skin tones. It's sheer, so they suggest wearing it as a primer under makeup if you need more coverage. This one is also water-resistant for up to 80 minutes.

And it, too, contains 17 percent zinc oxide and 2 percent titanium dioxide. (See how this one is only claimed to be an SPF 30, but their Beauty Balm is an SPF 50? That's because the latter has antioxidants to artificially inflate its rating—but both have the exact same levels of actives!)

Where to buy: Amazon.com ‣ Birchbox ‣ Bloomingdale's ‣ Dermstore ‣ MDSolarSciences ‣ Revolve ‣ Sephora ‣ Shen Beauty ‣ Space NK ‣ Walmart

Active Ingredients: 17% Zinc Oxide, 2% Titanium Dioxide. Other Ingredients: Dimethicone, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glyceryl Isostearate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Silica, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Polysilicone-15, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Iron Oxides, PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Camellia Sinensis (GreenTea) Extract, Vaccinium Macrocarpon (Cranberry) Fruit Extract, Punica Granatum (Pomegranate) Extract.

MyChelle Dermaceuticals Sun Shield Liquid Tint SPF 50

✓High-zinc ✓Low-PUFA ✓Silicone-free ✓Fragrance-free ✓Paraben-free ✓Cruelty-free

MyChelle Dermaceuticals Sun Shield Liquid Tint SPF 50 comes in two sheer tints, Nude and Natural Tan (as well as a non-tinted version). It's high in bentonite clay, which absorbs oil, as well as silicone-free, so it would be a good choice for oily and acne-prone skin.

Like Beautycounter's, it is slightly low on zinc oxide (16.1 percent), so I would suggest wearing this on low-sun days, not when you're outdoors for hours on end.

Where to buy: Amazon.ca ‣ Amazon.com ‣ Amazon.co.uk ‣ Dermstore ‣ iHerb ‣ MyChelle Dermaceuticals

Active Ingredient: Zinc Oxide 16.1%. Other Ingredients: Agave Tequilana Leaf Extract, Bentonite, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer, Caprylyl Glycol, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Oleosomes, Cetearyl Alcohol, Coco-Glucoside, Diheptyl Succinate, Glycerin, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein / PVP Crosspolymer, Iron Oxides, Jojoba Esters, Maltose, Octyldodecanol, Sodium Gluconate, Tocopherol, Trihydroxystearin, Water.

Pacifica Mineral Bronzing Face Shade Coconut Glow SPF 30

✓High-zinc ✓Low-PUFA ✓Silicone-free ✓Paraben-free ✓Cruelty-free ✓Water-resistant 

Pacifica Mineral Bronzing Face Shade Coconut Glow SPF 30 is a new sunscreen with a bronze tint. (From the product name, it almost sounds like a self-tanner, but it's not!) What is really impressive about this one is that it's water-resistant for up to 80 minutes, despite not containing any silicones.

It also contains 20 percent zinc oxide, for full UVA and UVB protection.

Note: There is a body version of this tinted sunscreen, which I talk about here.

Where to buy: Pacifica ‣ Ulta

Active Ingredient: Zinc Oxide 20%. Other Ingredients: Aloe Barbadensis Leaf, Arachidyl Alcohol, Arachidyl Glucoside, Behenyl Alcohol, Bisabolol, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter), Caffeine, Caprylhydroxamic Acid , Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer, Caprylyl Glycol, Cellulose Gum, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Citric Acid, Coco-Glucoside, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Diheptyl Succinate, Glycerin, Iron Oxides, Lactococcus Ferment Lysate, Methyl Dihydroabietate, Mica, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Octyldodecyl Oleate, Parfum (natural), Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Sodium Gluconate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter, Titanium Dioxide, Tocopherol, Water.

Supergoop! Daily Correct CC Cream SPF 35+

✓High-zinc ✓PUFA-free ✓Fragrance-free ✓Paraben-free ✓Cruelty-free

Supergoop! Daily Correct CC Cream SPF 35+ is a hydrating CC cream that promises higher coverage than a tinted moisturizer. It comes in three shades, Fair/Light, Light/Medium and Medium/Dark, and has some mica (shimmer) to reflect the light.

Your skin is being completely protected here with 20 percent zinc oxide.

Where to buy: Amazon.com ‣ B-Glowing ‣ Birchbox ‣ Dermstore ‣ Nordstrom ‣ Revolve ‣ Sephora ‣ Shani Darden ‣ Supergoop!

Active Ingredients: Zinc Oxide (20%), Titanium Dioxide (2%). Other Ingredients:
Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Propanediol, Dimethicone, Iron Oxides, Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Glycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract, Sodium Chloride, Mica, Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer, Titanium Dioxide, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Silica, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Chondrus Crispus Extract, Tetrasodium EDTA, Hydrolyzed Chondrus Crispus Extract, Methylisothiazolinone, Tin Oxide, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopherol.

Thinksport Everyday Face SPF 30+

✓High-zinc ✓Low-PUFA Paraben-free ✓Cruelty-free ✓Water-resistant 

Thinksport Everyday Face SPF 30+ is a gentle, moisturizing sunscreen lotion that comes in one tint, which they say will blend into all skin tones. Bonus: It's also water-resistant (even though it's not that high in silicone).

And it, too, contains 20 percent zinc oxide.

Where to buy: Amazon.ca ‣ Amazon.com ‣ Amazon.co.uk ‣ iHerb ‣ Target ‣ Thinksport ‣ Walmart ‣ Well.ca

Active Ingredient: Zinc Oxide 20%. Other Ingredients: Purified Water, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Capric Caprylic Triglycerides, Sorbitan Stearate (Coconut Based), Pine Wood Resin, Vegetable Glycerin, Cetyl Dimethicone, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Magnesium Sulfate (Epsom Salt), Sunflower Oil, Jojoba Oil, Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C), Tocopherols (Vitamin E), Olive Oil, Raspberry Seed Oil, Cranberry Seed Oil, Hyaluronic Acid (Made From Vegetable), Currant, Citrus Paradisi, Iron Oxide.

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