17 Tinted Sunscreens That Perfect Your Skin Without Looking or Feeling Heavy
17 Tinted Sunscreens That Perfect Your Skin Without Looking or Feeling Heavy
We updated this article in April 2023 to add more information about each featured product, based on extensive research done by our team.
You know you should never skip sunscreen, but layering on moisturizer, SPF, and foundation can feel like a lot—and, during rushed mornings especially, sun protection easily falls to the wayside in favor of hydration and some necessary coverage. The best tinted sunscreens come in handy for this very reason, because they offer some skin evening magic while providing SPF protection—cutting out the need for additional products.
Meet the Experts: Mona Gohara, M.D., associate clinical professor of dermatology at the Yale School of Medicine, Joshua Zeichner, M.D., board-certified dermatologist at Zeichner Dermatology, Debra Jaliman, M.D., board-certified dermatologist based in New York City, Shari Marchbein, M.D., board-certified dermatologist based in New York City, and Rebecca Kazin, M.D., board-certified dermatologist at Icon Dermatology & Aesthetics.
But with so many options, how do you choose? “The most effective SPF is one that fits into your lifestyle, because it’s the best way to ensure it will make its way into your routine,” says board-certified dermatologist Mona Gohara, M.D., associate clinical professor of dermatology at the Yale School of Medicine and member of Prevention’s Medical Review Board.
And FYI: tinted sunscreens aren’t the same as makeup with SPF, which might help shield your skin from the sun, but that’s only the case if you apply enough (at least half a teaspoon), and “there are not consistent regulations when it comes to foundations with SPF,” says Dr. Gohara. Overall, tinted sunscreens are a surer avenue for sun protection, and although they may not give the coverage of a full-on foundation, at the very least, they’ll act as a skin-evening primer.
Our top picks
Now let’s get to the fun part: shopping! Below, explore the best tinted sunscreens to keep your skin glowing year-round.
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Tinted sunscreens have coverage while giving SPF protection to keep your skin healthy and youthful. Dermatologists share their top picks and how to apply them.
