Whether you have oily, dry, sensitive, acne-prone, or aging skin, no one should skip daily SPF, especially in the harsh summer months. To cut down on time in front of the mirror, we love tinted sunscreens that offer a bit of coverage and brightness as they protect. So, we asked our friends and teammates, and we scoured rankings and reviews to identify the top tinted sunscreens for summer. Take a look!
Elta MD Broad Spectrum SPF 46 Tinted Sunscreen
Good for all ages and skin types | $41
Whether you have acne-prone skin, combination, or even post-procedure skin, Elta MD offers a wide variety of tinted sunscreens for every skin type. Elta MD is the #1 Dermatologist-recommended professional sunscreen brand for a reason — all of their sunscreen products are formulated with zinc oxide, a natural mineral that acts as a physical shield for your skin. The tinted sunscreen comes in a range of SPF protection and finishes, whether you prefer a glowy look or a matte finish. Shop from a variety of Elta MD sunscreens here.
“The EltaMD UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46 has a lightweight feel that I love, and is excellent for my skin which often breaks out from greasier sunscreens. It is easy to apply and I wear it under makeup or on its own,” says StyleBlueprint Marketing Assistant Anne Henley Walker. “It is a higher price point for sunscreen, but it has lasted me months! It also contains anti-inflammatory vit
Staff writer Zoe Yarborough also swears by Elta MD: “I have very, very sensitive skin, and I use Elta MD exclusively for moisturizer (their AM and PM varietals) and sunscreen,” says Zoe. “The tinted option is so amazing for me because it gives me an even skin tone while protecting from the sun. ‘Broad spectrum’ in an SPF is a must, according to the skincare professionals in my life. I apply this two to three times daily in the summer. It’s a well-worth-it price tag for me.”
Elta MD sunscreens are highly recommended by dermatologists! Image: SkinStore
Supergoop! Glowscreen SPF 40
The once-cult-favorite, now mainstream-favorite | $36
Looking for a sunkissed glow? Supergoop! is a fantastic choice. The dermatologist-tested, cruelty-free Glowscreen has become a favorite on social media and in the beauty community. You can find it in SPF 40 and choose between two shades to best match your skin tone. Formulated with hyaluronic acid and vitamin B5, Glowscreen will give you a glowy finish without an oily or powdery feel. Imagine that perfect lit-from-within look, and you have Supergoop’s Glowscreen. “I use the SuperGoop GlowScreen and love it,” says StyleBlueprint Accountant Mary Blake Graves. “It’s a great base for makeup or you can wear it alone. It’s not super heavy either, which I love.”
Glowscreen comes in two great shades for both light and dark skin tones. Image: Supergoop!
Revision Skincare Intellishade® SPF 45
The multi-tasker | $80
Beloved by multiple StyleBlueprint team members, Revision Skincare’s Intellishade® is touted as our CEO’s “personal favorite, hands down.” Intellishade® has an impressive list of anti-aging ingredients, making it a multitasking powerhouse — three types of peptides to improve fine lines and wrinkles, Vitamin C to brighten and even skin tone, natural extracts to hydrate and improve overall skin health, plus UVA and UVB sun protection. All that, plus a sheer mineral tint for natural looking coverage! Shop Revision products at Dermstore and on their website.
Not only does Revision Skincare’s tinted sunscreen fight signs of aging by protecting your skin from the sun, it also has a variety of ingredients proven to improve the appearance and overall health of your skin. Image: Dermstore
CeraVe Hydrating Mineral Sunscreen with SPF 30
Low-cost + high-quality | $16.99
Tinted sunscreen doesn’t have to boast a luxury price point to be effective. In fact, you can find great skin-protection options at your local drugstore, including CeraVe. CeraVe makes an inexpensive tinted sunscreen with a formula that just might rival its luxury counterparts. “I have sensitive, reactive skin, and most sunscreens cause me to break out in a rash,” says Alissa Harb, StyleBlueprint’s Managing Editor. “I’ve tried countless skincare lines over the years, but CeraVe products remain my go-to, including sunscreen.” The hydrating mineral sunscreen comes in SPF 30 with a sheer tint that won’t leave a white residue or clog your pores. It’s an oil-free formula made to hydrate and calm your skin. You can find the CeraVe Hydrating Mineral Sunscreen at Ulta, Target, and most drug stores.
CeraVe Hydrating Mineral Sunscreen is the ultimate drug store dupe for the higher-priced Elta MD Tinted Sunscreen. Image: Ulta
La Roche-Posay Anthelios Tinted Mineral Ultra-Light Fluid Broad Spectrum SPF 50
A drugstore favorite for everyday wear | $36.99
Another drug store favorite is the La Roche-Posay Anthelios Mineral tinted sunscreen. Ideal for all skin types, particularly those with sensitive skin, this tinted sunscreen protects, hydrates, and soothes all in one. Although hydrating, it is fast absorbing and leaves a matte finish. If you struggle to find a sunscreen that won’t break you out or leave your skin frustrated, this is the sunscreen for you. It is free of the common sunscreen ingredients that lead to breakouts. Instead, it contains antioxidant protection to soothe your skin and protect it from damaging free radicals. You can find this at Ulta, Target, and a variety of local drugstores.
La Roche-Posay’s tinted sunscreen packaging makes it easy for on-the-go everyday use! Image: Target
SkinMedica Total Defense and Repair SPF 34
Loved for aging skin | $70
More than just a sunscreen, SkinMedica’s tinted sunscreen also offers rejuvenation through a trio of potent antioxidants that will leave your skin feeling and looking better through every use. What could be better than a product that simultaneously reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and protects your skin from the sun?
This sleek bottle matches the high-tech, luxury formula of SkinMedica’s tinted sunscreen. Image: SkinMedica
Alastin HydraTint Pro Mineral Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 36
A crowd favorite | $60
The Alastin HydraTint Pro Mineral Broad Spectrum Sunscreen is incredibly highly rated and reviewed. Not only does it protect against harmful UVA, UVB rays, and pollution, its lightweight formula is reported to even and brighten your skin tone, giving you a healthy glow and gorgeous natural finish. Cut your makeup routine in half with this product. It gives you coverage, color, and protection all in one.
Look at that glow the Alastin HydraTint Pro Mineral Sunscreen gives the skin! Image: Alastin
Colorescience Sunforgettable Total Protection Brush-On Shield SPF 50
An ideal on-the-go option that’s also great for a variety of skin tones | $69
Not your typical tinted sunscreen, the Colorescience Sunforgettable Total Protection is a powder formula that you simply brush onto the skin. The packaging is perfect for those who are on the go — take the cap off, twist the brush, and tap it on a hard surface to get the sunscreen powder flowing. This all-mineral sunscreen has been highly praised for its protection, convenience, and skin blurring effect — and it’s available in a wide variety of shades. Sunscreen touch-up is less of a hassle with this product, which you can find at the Colorescience website, Nordstrom, Dermstore, and more.
Colorsecience Sunforgettable Brush-On Sunscreen fits in your pocket, and it’s great if you’re on the go! Image: Colorscience
Here’s to a fun-filled (and skin-safe!) summer!
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