I’ve tried a bunch of mineral/physical SPF products in the last couple of years, and for the most part, nothing I’ve tried compares to Glowscreen (a chemical SPF). We are starting to see some mineral SPF products that lay really nicely and don’t leave a cast. In the last few years, however, I’ve noticed that brands have made some great progress on this front. The downside of physical or mineral sunscreens is that the consistency tends to be thicker, and these products often leave a white cast on your skin from the zinc. Physical SPF doesn’t need to be reapplied as often as chemical sunscreens because it lasts longer.īoth zinc oxide and titanium dioxide are generally considered safe, and they aren’t known to enter the bloodstream like their chemical counterparts. The advantage of physical sunscreen is that it starts working right away. Physical/mineral sunscreens are made of zinc oxide and/or titanium dioxide. Much of this research on the safety of ingredients in chemical sunscreens is still ongoing, but to be safe, I decided to start searching for physical sunscreen alternatives. Many environmental groups are concerned about the dangers of these ingredients on our coral reefs too. (You can read more about the research and ruling on SPF ingredients here). I try to have a balanced approach when it comes to clean beauty, but when even the FDA is concerned about something, it’s worth looking into. To make matters worse, chemical sunscreens have been found to absorb into the bloodstream at a higher concentration than the FDA’s safety threshold. In my research, though, I’ve learned that many of the ingredients used in chemical sunscreens can be endocrine disrupting and carcinogenic (talk about a backfire?!). It often isn’t as thick or sticky which makes it feel lighter on your skin than a physical sunscreen. Chemical sunscreen’s big draw is that it is generally easier to apply and absorb than mineral sunscreens. While physical sunscreens sit on top of the skin and “blocks” UV rays.Ĭhemical sunscreens (like Supergoop’s Glowsceen) are typically made with oxybenzone, avobenzone, octocrylene, homosalate, octinoxate, and/or other various chemicals. Chemical sunscreens absorb UV rays into the skin to prevent damage. When it comes to SPF products, they can either have a chemical or a physical (mineral) base. Pictured here in Elta MD Tinted UV Glowīefore we begin with the reviews of Supergoop Glowscreen and Elta MD Tinted UV Glow, I thought I’d share a little background about what started my search in the first place and explain the difference between chemical and physical sunscreens.įor years, I used–and loved– Supergoop’s Glowscreen, but this past year I decided to search for an all-mineral tinted SPF because I wanted to move away from chemical SPF. I’ve found that my skin tends to be much more protected when I am wearing sunscreen than when I’m just wearing a makeup product that happens to have SPF in it. With foundation, you don’t really need more than a couple of drops to cover your whole face, and when you use a sunscreen you use a lot more product. I should also note that I prefer a true face sunscreen product, as opposed to a foundation or tinted moisturizer with added SPF. At the end of the post, I’ll also share a few non-tinted and matte mineral options because I know some people prefer those to a tinted or illuminating formula. As a busy mom, I welcome a “two birds” moment with open arms. I personally prefer to wear a tinted SPF because it (usually) saves me from applying face makeup. Turn on your JavaScript to view content Supergoop Glowscreen VS.
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