Clinically Proven Skincare
Essential Defense Mineral Shield™ Broad Spectrum SPF 32 Tinted is a sheer, physical sunscreen containing zinc oxide and titanium dioxide. It provides high-level UVA/UVB defense with a universal tint that enhances natural skin tone without white cast.
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100% physical mineral sunscreen (Zinc Oxide & Titanium Dioxide)
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Universal sheer tint blends seamlessly for a natural finish
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Defends against UVA/UVB rays and free radical damage
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Non-comedogenic, oil-free, fragrance-free, and reef-friendly
How to Use
Apply liberally 15 minutes before sun exposure.
Reapply at least every 2 hours or after 40 minutes of swimming or sweating.
Skin Type
Suitable for all skin types, including sensitive and post-procedure skin.
Dermatologist-Tested
Cruelty-Free
Medical-Grade Formulas
Made in the USA
Verified Customer Reviews
What Customers Are Saying
A representative sample of verified customer reviews for this product, collected from authorized SkinMedica® retailers — not reviews placed on this store. Ratings are shown across the full range, including critical reviews. Individual results may vary.
Glides Smoothly onto your skin
This goes onto your skin smoothly. It adds a nice tint to my face and covers some of the blemishes
Louise9Verified Purchase
Does the job well enough
I have tried the regular and the tinted version of this. Prefer the tinted version. However, I wish it was thicker. I like this but I may switch to one with higher SPF and thicker for more protection
Customer from CaliforniaVerified Purchase
Great product
I do not wear a liquid makeup these days due to how it collects into the fine lines and ages me. This tinted SPF does not, plus it adds moisture. The tint blends perfectly and evens my skin tone. My only con is I would prefer SPF 30 instead of 20
SwtP from North Carolina, Age 70-79Verified Purchase
My favorite tinted sunscreen!
After using Bliss tinted mineral sunscreen for a number of years, I have started looking for other options. This is my current favorite. I have rosacea that is mostly centered on my nose. My goal is to only use a tinted sunscreen and eliminate the need for foundation completely and I'm almost there. Wonderful product
Customer from Oregon, Age 50-59Verified Purchase
A Must Especially For Summer
I am happy with the coverage of this product, but I do feel that it leaves my skin a bit dry. The color match is a bit off, but not too bad for my light skin tone. I'm a fan of this brand and always appreciate their innovative products
HealthyLady from FloridaVerified Purchase
Love this product!
This lightweight product is the best tinted sunscreen around!
CustomerVerified Purchase
Best of them all
This feels like a lotion, has light coverage and does not dry my skin out. All bonuses someone who has extremely sensitive, dry skin
Customer from Texas, Age 50-59Verified Purchase
Makes my skin pretty
This product goes on easy and has a very natural look. It is a great base for whatever makeup you put on next and I love that I have protected my skin as well. I live in a humid climate and I have not had a problem with caking in wrinkles when I heat up
Customer from South Carolina, Age 60-69Verified Purchase
Great Everyday Tinted Sunscreen
I've been using SkinMedica Essential Defense Mineral Shield Broad Spectrum Sunscreen for a couple years. I wear it most mornings and it provides enough sun protection for my everyday activities including walking and paddleboarding. (I also wear a hat.) This sunscreen glides on well and evens out my skin tone like a foundation. I'm retired so unless I'm going somewhere special I only wear this and a little brow gel and lip gloss. SkinMedica Essential Defense Mineral Shield Sunscreen doesn't irritate my sensitive (facial) skin. I've had sensitivity from some other sunscreen brands so I am glad to have found this one. It was originally recommended by my esthetician
NBNK from Virginia, Age 60-69Verified Purchase
Tinted sunscreen
Love this tinted sunscreen I use it as my foundation. It looks great and protects my skin from sun damage
Customer from KentuckyVerified Purchase
4.5 Stars for SkinMedica Essential Defense Mineral SPF 32
This sunscreen has a lot going for it: it is lightweight, all-mineral, doesn't leave a white cast, doesn't pill, and has a nice tint that works well with my light-to-medium skin color. It's a fine sunscreen. I only wish it had a higher SPF
SBLA from California, Age 70-79Verified Purchase
I Like This Product!
I thought the tinted sunscreen from skin Medica had gone away. I'm so happy that it did not. I really like this product! It is effective, has a pleasant scent, and gives a little color to my face when I'm outside and don't wanna put on makeup. I recommend this, this is the third time that I purchased it and I'm very happy with it
Dialna from Florida, Age 60-69Verified Purchase
Great product!
Love this product! Provides sun protection, goes on smoothly with tint, and no pilling. Does not make me feel greasy or leave an unwanted cast
Customer from TexasVerified Purchase
LOVE
I cannot say enough positive things about this product. I love that it's lightweight, it feels refreshing and has a good amount of coverage that it doesn't leave a film feeling on your face
NP22 from Nebraska, Age 30-39Verified Purchase
Perfect for acne prone skin
I have tried so many sunscreens and they all break me out or are too greasy, this one is perfect and light
Customer from Ohio, Age 20-29Verified Purchase
Beautiful finish plus protection
I fell in love with this on the first try. It can be layered for more coverage, and gives a luminous finish while offering sun protection. It looks better than a foundation, but still natural. Great color. I will be ordering this one again, and it will replace my other facial sunscreens this summer!
CyndersVerified Purchase
Sheer coverage
Super sheer coverage and spf are great! I wear under my makeup everyday and love how light it is!
Customer from ColoradoVerified Purchase
IT'S WATER RESISTANT!
This is a wonderful tinted sunscreen, but it's WATER RESISTANT! The box doesn't indicate this. If you have sensitive skin or Rosacea, this sunscreen is NOT for you. I have sensitive skin and had to cleanse my face 3 times to get it off!
CustomerVerified Purchase
Just okay
I am an avid sunscreen wearer, and very loyal to a different brand. I decided to try a tinted SkinMedica sunscreen and was not impressed. The sunscreen from the other brand is light but provides excellent coverage with a lovely tint. The SkinMedica tinted sunscreen got all over my clothing (which the other formula does not). I think SkinMedica is extremely overrated and has good marketing. There are better products at a much more competitive price point
JennahVerified Purchase
Drying
I don't like this product at all! First time purchased. I don't know if it's because it's mineral sunscreen or what. My skin looks so dry when I used. Feels terrible on. Normally use a tinted sunscreen from a different brand. I'll go back. I love SkinMedica products so was very surprised
bluedogVerified Purchase
Gave me dry skin
I usually use a different sunscreen but I decided to try something new. This just wasn't it for me and I do typically wear spf 50 and this was a big no for me. My skin was left dry and scaly
CustomerVerified Purchase
