SPF 45 Every Day Tint Mineral Sunscreen | 2.5 Fl Oz Biodegradable, Paraben Free & Reef Safe Sunscreen | Non-Greasy Tinted Sunscreen For Face | Protection Against UVA & UVB for Face & Body

I've likely gone through 30+ different facial sunscreens in the past year and half, including but not limited to: 5 of EltaMDs, Neutrogena, 3 of La Roche Posay, Cerave, Cetaphil, 3 of Blue Lizard, 3 of SuperGoop, Waxhead, Suntegrity, etc.) trying to find the most optimal one for my needs. Although I found an everyday chemical Korean one which is not staining but not waterproof, I still wanted one that I could use for physical/sweating activities as well, and something that could color blend my face nicely together as a man. And this Stream2Sea Tinted right here is the one.Pros:- EWG Verified, one of only a few tinted zinc sunscreens that is- Never pills (Out of 11 tinted zinc sunscreens, this is the only one with no piling for me. Take this with a grain of salt though, I've seen reviews say that before but I didn't have the same experience as them)- High Zinc Oxide % = Better UV-A Protection (my main concern is UVA Spectrum coverage)- Included anti-oxidants, having free radical protection is an often overlooked factor of sun protection that needs more attention as it damages skin- Price (at time of purchase): $~11/oz, very comfortable pricing (compared to EltaMD of $~21/oz)- Excellent tint tone, can blend with different skin colors- I don't believe this feels greasy- No skin irritation on me- Sunscreen does not "crack" when stretching skin like EltaMD does (stretching as in opening mouth to eat, yawning, etc.)Neutral/No Factor:- Moisturizing factor not noticed, as I apply a moisturizer 3-5 min beforehand- Higher UV protection in water was not applicable in my situation, have not gone swimming with this- This product comes out thick, but does not necessarily go on as thick- No added fragrance but!: smells like what you think zinc would smell like, I personally enjoy it. Either way, not noticeable after application- Needs more effort and slight increased time to spread and blend to skin, not substantial thoughCons:- Can stain clothing (all tinted mineral sunscreens will stain unfortunately, so don't wear this with white clothing please!)- Hard to remove, but this is common with waterproof sunscreens. Face wash does not do the trick, needs either more physical rubbing or a makeup remover like Garnier (works perfectly)- Too shiny, not enough to be concerning but definitely noticeableI am a Pilot, and while I can't wear this sunscreen with any uniform as it will stain it, it works phenomenally with my general aviation flying. On hot summer days in Arizona where the sun is blasting and the airplane cabin is toasty, this sunscreen does not fail me despite all the sweating on my face and neck. Further more, I have never noticed any sun burns with this. The color of the tint is fantastic for my skin, and I think for others as well. It does not make you look like an oompa loompa (*ahem Waxhead ahem*), nor is the tone too cold. A universal blend. Although the perfect sunscreen can never exist, as everyone has their own needs and desires, I believe I have found the closest thing to a "golden sunscreen", and because of that - I will continue to use this indefinitely (or until a better one is found).Pictures -1: Bottle2: Hand before application3: Hand after 5 seconds of rubbing in(please ignore my lack-of-tan where my would-be watch is, my actual hand in the picture is my typical showing skin color)-------------TLDR: After 11 tinted sunscreens, this is my favorite one. Strongly recommended to purchase to give it a try. Very fair pricing, great sweat protection, healthy ingredients, strong UVA protection, low risk of skin allergic reaction. Will recommend to family and friends!----Edit: March 2024 -Hi everyone, after some research I found another sunscreen which will replace this one for my daily use. It's a European one called UVMune 400 by La Roche-Posay. It has the best chemical protection of the last 380-400nm wavelength (longest UVA, most contributive to wrinkles). But!!! That one is only a special order through an international website. So, while my new replacement can't be ordered from any US websites or Amazon, I will still continue to recommend this tinted sunscreen as your go to for a USA-made sunscreen.As the European one is quite pricey to import, I don't want to use it as much as I want. Therefore, I will still use this tinted one on my face for any sports/beach activities. Plus Zinc Oxide isn't harmful or absorbed either!

This sunscreen is amazing and the best mineral sunscreen that I've ever tried. It melts right into the skin, with absolutely no white cast and no pilling! I have dry skin, and I don't mind the "glow" that it gives me. Yes, it's a bit oily, but my skin actually likes it as it doesn't get dry through the day. I'll take the glow over the white cast and drying any day. I do reapply it after a few hours. A little goes a long way. I love that it's EWG Verified and doesn't contain any nasty chemicals or additives that some other mineral sunscreens do. Over the moon that I found this sunscreen!

Pretty great stuff! I love how this is pretty thick, provides good coverage, and EWG verified. It hasn’t caused me any acne either which is a big win.The only thing I wish was different is how dark it is. I know you shouldn’t mix two different sunblocks together, so I wait until this has set in for 15 minutes, then apply another layer of pure white zinc sunblock to help it match my skin tone.It’s also slightly irritating to my sensitive skin, but honestly….this is the best my skin has reacted to the handful of mineral sunblocks I’ve been trying out after my go to one for years was discontinued. My skin feels much better at the end of the night after I’ve showered, so I am happy with it. The redness isn’t present anymore by morning, while the irritation I’ve been experiencing from everything else has lasted. So will keep using!I think this is definitely worth trying if you want a tinted sunblock that is mineral and waterproof. Just be mindful that if you are pretty pale, it might be a little too dark for you. And if it is too dark, don’t mix it with something lighter prior to application- they can dilute one another and you can’t be sure what SPF you’re using if you do. Layer it after giving it time to set instead.Medium and darker skin tones should be able to blend with it alone much easier! But I will totally not complain if they decide to make another shade that’s a bit lighter :)

UPDATE 11/4/25Still using this product and loving it. I mentioned in the original review to use micellar water for removal. I was using it but it was way too drying and stripping for my face.I found THE PERFECT REMOVAL CREAM EVER! I use it to take this suncreen off my face and it's fantastic. It's called Kook-Off (Google it or search on Amazon). All I know is that while not cheap, a little goes a long way. It's perfect for mineral sunscreens or makeup removal (wife uses it). It in no way is harsh for our skin. Just follow the directions. And no, I am not affiliated with that company. Just a satisfied customer!Original review:Using only on face. Fantastic sunscreen both from a sunblock and tint perspective. Goes on thick but rubs in nicely. I have NEVER used a tinted zinc sunscreen, but decided to try it after countless white cast issues with every other mineral brand, including those marketed as "clear" zinc. The search is over. This one will be my first, and now last tinted mineral find.I mean, there is ZERO white cast left on the skin with this product.The downside? For removal, it's basically a must requirement to use a micellar water based makeup remover product, such as wipes or the Garnier micellar water with cotton pads. Comes right off but won't with water and soap. At least for me. But it is an extra expense.

This is my daily go to face sunscreen. I have issues with melasma, so the tint is great for blocking visible light while the zinc works to block UV.It doesn't break me out or leave my face greasy. In fact, I feel that it improves moisture retention. I put this on first thing every morning before doing anything else.