Our tinted, mineral active based sunscreen face lotion is a Fragrance Free formula that glides on like butter, acts as a lightweight primer, and leaves a matte finish.
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Made with mineral active ingredients, our mineral sunscreen is lightweight, fragrance free, effective, and Hawaii Act 104 compliant (which means it’s made without oxybenzone and octinoxate). You can apply our sunscreen with confidence, soak up the outdoors, and feel good about what’s on your skin.
Made with zinc oxide, our formulas sit on top of your skin to physically block UVA/UVB rays.
Fragrance-free and made without harsh chemicals, our mineral sunscreens are ideal for sensitive skin types.
Our mineral sunscreens are tested and approved for safety and effectiveness on all skin types.
The SPF (Sun Protection Factor) on a bottle of sunscreen indicates the level of protection we're getting from the sun's UVB rays—which are the sun rays most commonly responsible for sunburns and skin cancer.
SPF, which stands for Sun Protection Factor, has been used for decades to determine the level of protection someone can expect from the sunscreen they use. It can often vary from person to person given multiple factors such as testing methods and environmental factors. In addition, everyone’s skin is different, which can also affect what kind of SPF is best suited to fit their individual needs.
A common misperception is that the SPF number on a bottle signifies the amount of time you can spend in the sun without getting burned (30 minutes for SPF 30, 50 minutes for SPF 50 etc.) This is not accurate. In fact, the SPF rating system is far more complex and based on the degree to which a certain formula protects against the sun’s harmful UVB rays over a certain period of time. For example, a sunscreen with a rating of SPF 30 allows only 3 photons per 100 to penetrate the skin, meaning it shields approximately 97% of the sun’s harmful UVB rays. This roughly translates to 30 times the protection you’d have versus using no sunscreen at all. This extends to SPF 50 (98% or 50 times the protection) and SPF 70 (98.5% or 70 times the protection). The length of time that a sunscreen will protect you from sunburn will vary based on the UV index at the time as well as other factors.
At Sun Bum, we like to think we make sun care products for everyone. So, whether your SPF preference is 30 or 50, mineral or non-mineral, lotion or spray, you can stay protected from the sun’s harmful rays. As noted by the Skin Cancer Foundation, “The best sunscreen is the one you’ll use.”
Global SPF assessment standards have been updated several times over the years, with the most recent update in 2019. The purpose of these updates—which were led by regional regulators and groups such as the International Organization for Standardization (ISO)—was to reduce the variability of SPF assessments. Currently, even the globally recognized “gold standard” SPF test — the in-vivo test known as SPF ISO-24444 — is subject to considerable variability due to the inherent human biases built into the testing process (Ruvolo, Yousefian,International Journal of Cosmetic Science, Dec. 2025). Because of this, there is an increasing call for governments and regulators to update the testing protocols and standards they recommend for manufacturers to follow — for example, using the HDRS-ISO 23698 test: an in vivo/in vitro hybrid that addresses some of the more subjective factors common with in-vivo only testing. (Ruvolo, Yousefian,International Journal of Cosmetic Science, Dec. 2025).
Avoid making a rookie mistake! Reapply every 2 hours and after swimming, sweating and toweling off.
Yup, 90% of UV rays still find their way through clouds, which means you can still get fried.
We know it’s tough, but try to limit sun exposure when the sun’s rays are most intense (10am to 4pm).
Yep. Reflections off water and snow can increase sun exposure by up to 50%. Keep that in mind when you’re surfing or on the slopes.
Keep newborns out of direct sunlight and always cover them with shade. Check with your pediatrician, before applying sunscreen to children under 6 months.
Overall rating: 4.574359 / 5 from 195 reviews.
This tinted sunscreen face lotion is praised for its silky smooth texture, excellent sun protection, and matte finish. Customers appreciate its lightweight feel and the fact that it doesn't make their face look oily or break out. However, opinions on its smell are mixed.
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"This stuff rocks. Super lightweight, almost whipped consistency, so you don’t even know you’re wearing anything. No shine, wears matte. Doesn’t smell so it doesn’t irritate my sensitive skin. And I haven’t burned after being outside all day! Coverage is very very light, would not say it’s comparable to CC cream in terms of coverage."
"I am a Floridian who for years has used SunBum Mineral Tinted Sunscreen for face. Oh, had it been available in my youth! I must say that its defining difference for me is its feel on my face. This is a silken primer that actually has useful, healthful properties. The tint is a plus too."
"This is literally THE BEST mineral face sunscreen ever!!! Goes on so velvety smooth and hides pores! Sometimes I put it on just to hide my pores even if it’s dark outside already lol. I have been using for years and I just hope it never gets discontinued or changed! Only thing that would make it even better is if they made it SPF 50! Thanks sun bum :)"
"This is my holy grail sunscreen. Goes on light and creamy. I have neutral fair skin and the tint is perfect on me. It has a matte finish which I love and is the perfect amount of coverage for a no makeup day. It wears great under my Clinic liquid foundation when I do wear makeup."
"The quality of the lotion was great. It went on smoothly and didn’t clog my pores. The coverage is great, I would use this daily."
"this has been my favorite sunscreen for my face and i've tried many, living in Florida and being outside all the time. it goes on so nicely, doesn't feel like there is a residue, feels genuinely lovely to put on, unlike other sunscreens. seems to do the trick- i never get burned and i'm outside a lot. i am prone to acne and have sensitive skin and this product does not aggravate my skin."
"Im not sure I love the mineral texture on my face but that is my bad, I like the color and feel once it is on tho"
"I have used this for a couple of years, and it has very nice coverage without feeling heavy or cakey. Plus it protects my face"
"I love my tinted mineral sunscreen. I have rosacea so this is the only tinted sunscreen that I actually like. The only downside is that it leaves particles of tint all over my face after applying it. Still trying to figure out if it’s me or the product though but it doesn’t bother me that much. The feeling and the finish are fantastic!"
"I’m in love with the light airy texture and smooth finish this product has. It’s a staple for my summer routine."
