What is Tinted Sunscreen?
You know you need to protect your skin from UV damage daily, but there are so many options, with new products popping up all the time, such as mineral sunscreen, lip sunscreen, and sunscreen moisturizers, among others. One SPF that has been trending over the past few years is tinted sunscreen. But what is tinted sunscreen and why is it so popular now?
Tinted sunscreen is exactly what you may have guessed. It’s SPF that provides UV light protection but also evens your skin tone with light coverage, almost like a liquid foundation. You can consider it a hybrid: blending your favorite sunscreen and makeup in one bottle.
What Makes Tinted Sunscreen Special?
Now that we’ve defined what tinted sunscreen is, we’ll answer the second part of the question: Why is this specific type of SPF trending?
To put it simply, using tinted sunscreen streamlines your morning routine. Because this multi-tasking product combines UV radiation protection with light coverage, makeup users love applying it to cut down on product expenses and time spent on their daily regimen.
Tinted sunscreen also allows you to find formulas that range in levels of protection, hydration, and even sunscreen filter type (chemical or mineral). For instance, if your skin is sensitive or acne-prone, you may find mineral-based tinted sunscreen formulas that feature Zinc Oxide are better suited for your skin.
Benefits of Tinted Sunscreen
Using any SPF is a great idea, but tinted sunscreens have some specific benefits your skin will love.
Sun Protection
Using sun protection daily is an essential part of achieving and maintaining healthy skin. Wearing sunscreen with at least SPF 30 (or higher) helps fend off damage from harmful UV rays and even reduces your risk of skin cancer.
Daily use of sunscreen helps minimize skin damage by reducing hyperpigmentation (or dark spots), fine lines and wrinkles, and other physical signs of sun damage. Adding SPF to your daily skincare routine takes a small amount of time but makes a huge impact on your skin’s health and appearance.
Foundation Substitute
Protecting your skin from the sun is only half of the story when it comes to tinted sunscreen. This multi-benefit beauty product can also be used as an alternative to traditional foundation.
With customizable coverage options from sheer to medium, you can skip your typical base and use tinted SPF instead, evening your natural skin tone as you protect from sun damage.
Choosing the Right Tinted Sunscreen
Once you’ve decided which type of UV filter works best for your skin and the level of coverage you want, it’s time to select the best tinted sunscreen for your skin tone.
Tinted sunscreens can come in various shades and tones, so finding your perfect match can sometimes be confusing. Shades can range from fair to dark, and tones may include cool to warm. COOLA’s tinted sunscreen, Rōsilliance® Tinted Moisturizer, works by boosting your skin’s natural undertones and comes in cool (Fresh Rose), warm (Golden Hour), and olive (Bronze Goddess).
How to Use Tinted Sunscreen
If you’re ready to take the plunge into the world of tinted sunscreen, here are essential tips on application for optimal coverage and UV light protection:
Consider How You Layer: Depending on your formula (chemical vs mineral sunscreen), you may need to layer your tinted sunscreen differently. Chemical or traditional sunscreen formulas should go directly on clean skin, while mineral or physical sunscreen formulas should be applied after the rest of your skincare.
Use Enough to Protect: A common mistake when applying tinted sunscreen is not using enough SPF to keep your skin well protected. To protect your face alone, make sure you’re using at least the size of a nickel.
Apply Evenly: When you apply your tinted SPF, it’s best to use clean fingertips. Using a brush or sponge may result in uneven coverage, which may result in an uneven skin tone and your skin may not be fully protected from the sun.
Give It Time: If you’re applying additional makeup over your tinted sunscreen, wait a few minutes for your SPF to absorb and set. If you apply your makeup immediately, you may disrupt the effectiveness of your sun care.
Incorporating Tinted Sunscreen into Your Skincare Regimen
As you can see, incorporating tinted sunscreen into your skincare routine is simple and time-saving. But you’ll still need to reapply your SPF throughout the day. If you don’t want to reapply your tinted sunscreen for additional coverage, try using a face mist sunscreen for easy application from anywhere.
