Hydrating Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 Face Sheer Tint, Shade: Medium
CeraVe Hydrating Mineral Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Face Sheer Tint provides UVA/UVB protection with 100%-mineral titanium dioxide & zinc oxide, forming a barrier on the surface of your skin to reflect the sun’s rays. Available in three flexible shades (light, medium, & deep) for a natural healthy glow.
- Made For: Shade: Medium; All Skin types including Acne-Prone Skin and Sensitive Skin
- Helps With: Sun Protection; Hydrating
I recommend mineral sunscreens like the CeraVe Hydrating Sunscreen line, as they are safe for all skin types. CeraVe sunscreens have a blend of ceramides, niacinamide, and hyaluronic acid to keep skin hydrated and protected.
Product Details
Tinted mineral sunscreens are an ideal sun protection option for many skin types and skin tones because they help combat the white cast associated with mineral sunscreens. These tinted mineral sunscreens can help protect your skin from visible signs of aging caused by the sun including wrinkles, dark spots, fine lines and discoloration while also giving your complexion a healthy-looking, radiant glow. CeraVe’s tinted sunscreens with broad-spectrum SPF 30 delivers all of these benefits and more. Our formulas provide UVA and UVB protection with 100% mineral sun filters (titanium dioxide and zinc oxide), which form a barrier on the skin’s surface to help reflect the sun’s rays.
Developed with dermatologists to blend skincare with suncare, CeraVe Hydrating Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 Face Sheer Tint is non-greasy, lightweight, and suitable for sensitive skin. As with all CeraVe products, our tinted facial sunscreens feature three essential ceramides and are formulated to lock in moisture and help maintain your skin’s protective barrier. These unique formulas also include soothing niacinamide and hyaluronic acid to help further maintain moisture, plus MVE Delivery Technology, which continually releases moisturizing ingredients for all-day hydration. Formulated with iron oxides to offset the white cast associated with mineral sunscreen, they blend seamlessly across a range of skin tones, while leaving a sheer, natural finish.
- Seamlessly blends into a range of skin tones to help offset whitening effect of mineral sunscreen
- Lightweight, non-greasy finish Leaves all skin tones with a healthy glow
- Fragrance-free, paraben-free, and allergy-tested
- Hawaii Compliant Sunscreen: The mineral sun filters titanium dioxide and zinc oxide are compliant for use in Hawaii.*
Hawaii prohibits the sale, offer of sale, and distribution of sunscreens that contain oxybenzone.
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This CeraVe product is Cradle to Cradle Certified at the silver level.
Cradle to Cradle Certified is the world's most advanced science based multi attribute certification program for designing, making and verifying materials and products that are sage, circular and responsibly made.
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Key Features & Benefits
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Recommended by the Skin Cancer Foundation
Sun protection for daily use -
100% Mineral Sun Filters
Helps reflect the sun’s damaging rays -
Non-Comedogenic
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Fragrance Free
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Paraben Free
Formulated without Parabens to be gentle on skin -
Allergy-Tested
Allergy-Tested
Key Ingredients
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Helps restore your skin's natural barrier, helping to keep moisture in and harmful elements out.
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Blocks the widest spectrum of UV light and provides broad-spectrum protection against both UVA and UVB rays, making it ideal for protection from daily or intense sun exposure.
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Helps reflect and scatter UVA and UVB rays in mineral-based sunscreens, which can protect skin from sunburn and sun damage.
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May help calm skin, reduce transepidermal water loss (TEWL), and increase moisture in skin’s uppermost layer.
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Essential for maintaining skin's moisture balance. Helps give skin a smooth, plump texture.
Active Ingredients: Titanium Dioxide (5.5%), Zinc Oxide (10%)
Inactive Ingredients: Water, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Isohexadecane, Isononyl Isononanoate, Dicaprylyl Ether, Peg-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Triethylhexanoin, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Ethylene/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Triethanolamine, Silica, Poly C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate, Stearic Acid, Ceramide NP, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Carbomer, Niacinamide, Cetearyl Alcohol, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Behentrimonium Methosulfate, Sodium Chloride, Salicylic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Cholesterol, Aluminum Stearate, Alumina, Aluminum Hydroxide, Iron Oxides, Phenoxyethanol, P-Anisic Acid, Chlorphenesin, Tocopherol, Disodium EDTA, Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Propylene Carbonate, Citric Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Xanthan Gum, Phytosphingosine, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin
Please be aware that ingredient lists for the products of our brand are updated regularly. Please refer to the ingredient list on your product package for the most up to date list of ingredients to ensure it is suitable for your personal use.
How to Use
How to Steps
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1Apply liberally 15 minutes before sun exposure
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2Reapply at least every 2 hours
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3Dispense a small amount onto one palm and rub your hands together.
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4Apply to all sun-exposed areas of your face and thoroughly massage into the skin. The tinted formula should spread easily without leaving a greasy residue or feel.
Tips
- Use a water resistant sunscreen if swimming or sweating
- For children under 6 months of age, consult a doctor
- Sun Protection Measures: Spending time in the sun increases your risk of skin cancer and early skin aging. To decrease this risk, regularly use a sunscreen with a broad-spectrum SPF value of 15 or higher and other sun protection measures, including:
- Limit time in the sun (especially from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.)
- Wear long-sleeved shirts, pants, hats, and sunglasses
- All sunscreens should be applied liberally for proper sun protection. It’s essential to use any sunscreen product (including tinted sunscreens) as directed. Remember to apply sunscreen on commonly missed areas, such as the neck and ears.
- This product can be used alone or layered under facial makeup products.
When
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Time of Day:
- Cleanse
- Tone
- Treat
- Moisturize
- Protect
Where
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What is tinted sunscreen?
Sunscreens are over-the-counter products that help protect your skin from the sun’s harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays. According to the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), sunscreen can help prevent sunburn, premature signs of aging, and skin cancer (when used in combination with other sun protection measures).1
Tinted sunscreens are pigmented sunscreen formulas that can help enhance your skin’s appearance and give it a natural glow. They combine mineral sun filters (such as zinc oxide and titanium dioxide) with a tinted base (typically a blend of yellow, red, and black iron oxides). This creates a tinted formula that can be blended to match all skin tones. Tinted sunscreens are an effective and convenient way to help protect your skin while providing a more even-toned complexion.
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How does mineral sunscreen work?
There are two types of sun filters that can help protect your skin from the sun’s harmful rays: chemical sunscreens and mineral sunscreens (sometimes known as physical sunscreens). CeraVe Hydrating Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 Face Sheer Tint includes two types of mineral sunscreen ingredients: titanium dioxide and zinc oxide. These ingredients work by forming a protective barrier that remains on the skin’s surface to help reflect UV rays before they can damage your skin. Mineral sunscreens are generally considered to be suitable for many types of skin, including sensitive skin.
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What are the benefits of tinted sunscreen?
Tinted sunscreens offer several benefits. For starters, a tinted sunscreen with broad-spectrum SPF 15 or higher can help protect your skin from the damaging effects of the sun’s UVA and UVB rays. When used as directed with other sun protection measures, broad-spectrum SPF 15 tinted sunscreens can help prevent sunburn and decrease the risk of skin cancer and early skin aging caused by the sun (such as dark spots, wrinkles, and fine lines).
These products also offer cosmetic benefits that can help improve your skin’s appearance. They can help blur imperfections on the skin’s surface and give your skin a more even-toned appearance. And for those who don’t wear makeup or prefer a more natural makeup look, tinted sunscreen can give your complexion a subtle boost without the need for foundation. Lastly, these pigmented sunscreen products can help minimize the white residue left behind by some mineral sunscreens (known as “white cast”).
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Who should use a tinted sunscreen?
CeraVe Hydrating Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 Face Sheer Tint can be used on all skin types, including sensitive skin. Consumers with any skin tone can use this product to help give their skin a natural-looking glow. The formula has a lightweight, non-greasy texture and is non-comedogenic, which means it won’t clog your pores. Emerging science also suggests that tinted sunscreens containing iron oxide may be beneficial for anyone prone to skin discolorations (“dark spots”) caused by visible light.2
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Can I use this product if I have sensitive skin?
Our tinted facial sunscreen uses mineral-based sun filters and is fragrance-free and allergy-tested, making it a great option for those with sensitive skin. Mineral sun filters, like those included in our tinted sunscreen formula, are typically seen as the ideal choice for sensitive skin. If you experience any skin irritation after use (such as stinging, burning, or itching), stop use and consult a board-certified dermatologist. And remember: Everyone’s sensitive skin is unique, so it’s always important to do a patch test before adding new products to your sensitive skin routine.
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Is tinted sunscreen considered makeup?
CeraVe Hydrating Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 Face Sheer Tint offers cosmetic benefits that can improve your skin’s radiance. But, with that said, it’s a sunscreen product first and foremost. Its primary purpose is to help protect your skin from the sun’s harmful UVA and UVB rays. Our tinted sunscreen is also formulated with hydrating ingredients to help maintain your skin’s protective barrier.
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Is tinted sunscreen better than untinted sunscreen?
When it comes to tinted sunscreen vs. untinted sunscreen, neither is necessarily “better” than the other. As long as you choose a sunscreen with broad-spectrum SPF 15 or higher and apply it correctly, both tinted and untinted sunscreens can help protect your skin from UV rays. Choosing the “best” sunscreen product is largely a matter of personal preference. What matters most is that you find the right option for your skin’s unique needs and apply it every day, rain or shine.
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When should I use this tinted sunscreen in my skincare routine?
CeraVe Hydrating Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 Face Sheer Tint is a broad-spectrum tinted sunscreen with SPF 30. It should be applied on clean skin every morning as the last step in your daytime skincare routine. For proper sun protection, it’s important to apply this tinted sunscreen per the instructions on the product packaging—at least 15 minutes before heading outdoors. It should also be reapplied at least every two hours during the day. If you wear makeup products, apply them afterwards, once your sunscreen is fully absorbed.
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References
1. “How To Decode Sunscreen Labels.” American Academy of Dermatology Association, 19 Jul. 2023.
2. Nathan, Neera, MD, MSHS and Manstein, Dieter, MD, PhD. “Tinted sunscreens: Benefits beyond an attractive glow.” Harvard Health Publishing, 13 Jul. 2020.