This mineral sunscreen offers high SPF protection without the typical heavy feel. It's formulated with squalane and hyaluronic acid, making it a good choice for those who want sun protection that also hydrates and plumps the skin.
Sephora price
$36.00
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Sephora reviews
4.6 / 5
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Glass take
4.6 / 5 overall fit
A mineral sunscreen that feels lightweight and hydrating, with added skincare benefits.
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View SephoraWhat Sephora says
A weightless SPF 50, with hydrating hyaluronic acid, that glides on with a seamless, makeup-ready finish.
Apply generously and evenly as the last step in your skincare routine, 15 minutes before sun exposure.
Use roughly half a teaspoon for the face and neck.
Reapply at least every two hours.
Use water resistant sunscreen if swimming or sweating.
For children under six months, ask a doctor.
What Glass adds
A solid mineral sunscreen option that doubles as a moisturizer. It's a great choice for dry or normal skin types looking for daily protection with added skincare benefits.
Hydration and Feel
Many users love how hydrating and non-greasy this sunscreen feels, often noting it works well under makeup.
Effective Protection
Reviewers confirm it provides excellent sun protection, with no sunburns reported.
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Routine Fit
Apply this sunscreen generously as the very last step in your morning skincare routine, at least 15 minutes before heading outdoors. Ensure you cover your face and neck. Reapplication every two hours is key for sustained protection.
Why it works
The useful question is not whether this product is good in a vacuum. It is whether it makes your routine easier to run or just adds one more bottle with a familiar ingredient on it.
What it actually does well
Where it starts to feel redundant
Routine fit
Morning Routine
This is your final step in the AM routine, applied after all serums and moisturizers, and before makeup.
Glass rating
A mineral sunscreen that feels lightweight and hydrating, with added skincare benefits.
Texture
4.7 / 5
Glides on smoothly and doesn't feel heavy or greasy.
Hydration
4.5 / 5
Leaves skin feeling moisturized thanks to squalane and hyaluronic acid.
Protection
4.6 / 5
Provides reliable broad-spectrum SPF 50 protection.
Full ingredient breakdown
Active Sunscreen Filter
Badness
1.0 / 10
A mineral sunscreen agent providing broad-spectrum UV protection. It's generally well-tolerated and less likely to cause irritation.
Usually helps with
UV protection
Watch for
Can sometimes leave a white cast, though formulations are improving.
Active Sunscreen Filter
Badness
1.0 / 10
Another mineral sunscreen agent that offers excellent broad-spectrum UVA and UVB protection. It also has anti-inflammatory properties.
Usually helps with
UV protection, soothing skin
Watch for
Similar to Titanium Dioxide, can contribute to a white cast.
Solvent
Badness
0.0 / 10
The base for many skincare formulations, dissolving other ingredients.
Usually helps with
Formulation base
Watch for
None
Emollient
Badness
0.0 / 10
A mix of fatty acids derived from coconut oil and glycerin. It's an excellent skin-replenishing ingredient that helps to reduce moisture loss.
Usually helps with
Moisturizing, skin conditioning
Watch for
None
Emollient
Badness
1.0 / 10
A solvent and emollient that helps to spread sunscreen ingredients evenly and can enhance SPF absorption.
Usually helps with
Spreading ingredients, skin conditioning
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None
Humectant
Badness
1.0 / 10
A solvent and humectant that helps to hydrate the skin and improve the texture of the product.
Usually helps with
Hydration, product texture
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None
Humectant
Badness
0.0 / 10
A common and effective humectant that draws water into the skin, keeping it hydrated and soft.
Usually helps with
Hydration
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None
Emollient
Badness
0.0 / 10
A highly stable and effective emollient that mimics the skin's natural sebum, providing excellent moisturization without feeling greasy.
Usually helps with
Moisturizing, skin barrier support
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None
Absorbent
Badness
2.0 / 10
Used to absorb excess oil and improve the texture and feel of the product, giving it a matte finish.
Usually helps with
Oil absorption, texture enhancement
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Can be drying for some skin types.
Emollient
Badness
0.0 / 10
A rich emollient known for its moisturizing and skin-conditioning properties.
Usually helps with
Moisturizing, skin softening
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None
Emollient
Badness
0.0 / 10
A plant-based oil rich in linoleic acid, which helps to moisturize and condition the skin.
Usually helps with
Moisturizing, skin conditioning
Watch for
None
Opacifier
Badness
3.0 / 10
Used to improve the texture and opacity of the product. In sunscreens, it can help with the spreadability of mineral filters.
Usually helps with
Product texture, spreadability
Watch for
Can potentially be abrasive in high concentrations or certain formulations.
Emulsifier
Badness
0.0 / 10
A modified form of lecithin that helps to stabilize oil and water mixtures in formulations. It also has emollient properties.
Usually helps with
Emulsifying, moisturizing
Watch for
None
Preservative
Badness
3.0 / 10
A common preservative used to prevent the growth of bacteria and mold in cosmetic products.
Usually helps with
Preservation
Watch for
Can be irritating for sensitive skin in higher concentrations.
Emulsifier
Badness
1.0 / 10
An emulsifier that helps to keep the mineral sunscreen particles dispersed evenly in the formula, improving stability and reducing the potential for a white cast.
Usually helps with
Emulsifying, particle dispersion
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None
Emulsifier
Badness
2.0 / 10
A synthetic polymer used as an emulsifier and thickener, helping to create stable emulsions and improve product texture.
Usually helps with
Emulsifying, thickening
Watch for
None
Humectant
Badness
1.0 / 10
A solvent and humectant that helps to improve the absorption of other ingredients and provides hydration.
Usually helps with
Hydration, solvent
Watch for
None
Emollient
Badness
1.0 / 10
A fatty acid that acts as an emollient and thickener, helping to condition the skin and improve product texture.
Usually helps with
Emollient, thickening
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None
Active Ingredient
Badness
2.0 / 10
A form of Vitamin B3 that offers multiple skin benefits, including improving skin barrier function, reducing inflammation, and minimizing the appearance of pores.
Usually helps with
Soothing, barrier support, pore appearance
Watch for
Can cause temporary flushing or redness in some individuals, especially at higher concentrations.
Emollient
Badness
0.0 / 10
Derived from jojoba oil, these esters act as emollients, helping to soften and smooth the skin.
Usually helps with
Moisturizing, skin softening
Watch for
None
Humectant
Badness
2.0 / 10
A multifunctional ingredient used as a humectant, solvent, and preservative booster. It can improve skin hydration.
Usually helps with
Hydration, preservation
Watch for
Can be irritating for some sensitive skin types.
Soothing Agent
Badness
0.0 / 10
Known for its soothing, moisturizing, and skin-protecting properties. It helps to promote cell proliferation and healing.
Usually helps with
Soothing, moisturizing, healing
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None
Antioxidant
Badness
1.0 / 10
A stable form of Vitamin E, an antioxidant that helps protect the skin from free radical damage.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection
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None
Thickener
Badness
0.0 / 10
A polysaccharide used as a thickening agent and stabilizer in cosmetic formulations.
Usually helps with
Thickening, stabilizing
Watch for
None
Emollient
Badness
0.0 / 10
A plant-based oil rich in fatty acids and antioxidants, used for its moisturizing and skin-conditioning properties.
Usually helps with
Moisturizing, skin conditioning
Watch for
None
Humectant
Badness
0.0 / 10
The salt form of hyaluronic acid, a powerful humectant that attracts and retains moisture in the skin.
Usually helps with
Intense hydration, plumping
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None
Antioxidant
Badness
1.0 / 10
Pure Vitamin E, a potent antioxidant that protects the skin from environmental damage.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection
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None
Skin Conditioning Agent
Badness
2.0 / 10
A polysaccharide that can help to hydrate and condition the skin, potentially improving its texture and appearance.
Usually helps with
Hydration, skin conditioning
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None
Preservative Booster
Badness
2.0 / 10
A skin-conditioning agent and preservative booster that can enhance the efficacy of other preservatives and improve skin feel.
Usually helps with
Preservation, skin conditioning
Watch for
None
Preservative
Badness
2.0 / 10
An amino acid derived from coconut oil, used as a preservative and chelating agent. It helps to inhibit microbial growth.
Usually helps with
Preservation
Watch for
None
Emulsifier
Badness
1.0 / 10
An emulsifier that helps to blend oil and water ingredients, contributing to the product's texture and stability.
Usually helps with
Emulsifying, texture
Watch for
None
pH Adjuster
Badness
1.0 / 10
Used to adjust the pH of the formulation, ensuring it is optimal for skin compatibility and product stability.
Usually helps with
pH adjustment
Watch for
None
pH Adjuster
Badness
2.0 / 10
Used to adjust the pH of the product. In small amounts, it is safe, but in higher concentrations, it can be corrosive.
Usually helps with
pH adjustment
Watch for
Can be irritating if the pH is not properly adjusted.
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FAQ
Yes, this sunscreen is formulated with hydrating ingredients like squalane and hyaluronic acid, making it a great choice for dry and combination skin types.
As a mineral sunscreen, there is a potential for a slight white cast, especially on deeper skin tones. However, many users report that this formula blends in quite well with a seamless finish.
Yes, this sunscreen is designed to glide on with a makeup-ready finish, making it a good base for makeup.
