Does this sunscreen leave a white cast on darker skin tones?

No, the adaptive tint technology and iron oxides blend seamlessly into various skin tones, eliminating the white cast typically associated with mineral sunscreens.

Can I wear this under makeup?

Yes, the lightweight formula creates an excellent makeup base. Allow 2-3 minutes for absorption before applying foundation or other makeup products.

Is this sunscreen suitable for sensitive skin?

Yes, this mineral sunscreen is formulated without chemical UV filters, making it gentler for sensitive skin types. It's also reef-safe and non-comedogenic.

How often should I reapply this sunscreen?

Reapply every 2 hours for continuous protection, or immediately after swimming, sweating, or toweling. For indoor office work, morning application may be sufficient unless near windows.

Sunforgettable® Total Protection™ Face Shield Flex SPF 50 — Colorescience

Name: Sunforgettable® Total Protection™ Face Shield Flex SPF 50
Brand: Colorescience
Availability: InStock

About Sunforgettable® Total Protection™ Face Shield Flex SPF 50

Sunforgettable® Total Protection™ Face Shield Flex SPF 50 delivers superior broad-spectrum protection with innovative EnviroScreen® Technology that shields against UVA/UVB, blue light, pollution, and infrared radiation. This lightweight, water-resistant mineral formula features adaptive tint technology that flexibly adjusts to complement various skin tones, eliminating the white cast common with traditional zinc oxide sunscreens. Formulated with 12% zinc oxide and iron oxides, this daily sunscreen provides powerful antioxidant protection while creating a natural, even-toned finish. The non-comedogenic formula absorbs quickly without leaving residue, making it ideal for layering under makeup or wearing alone. Clinical testing shows 80 minutes of water resistance, making it suitable for active lifestyles while maintaining elegant wearability for daily use. Perfect for patients seeking comprehensive photoprotection without compromising on cosmetic elegance. This 50ml tube provides approximately 50 applications when used as directed for face and neck coverage.

Key Ingredients

Zinc Oxide 12%Iron OxidesDimethiconeBisabolol

How to Use

Apply liberally to clean, dry skin 15 minutes before sun exposure. Use approximately 1/4 teaspoon for face and neck. Reapply every 2 hours or after swimming, sweating, or toweling. Can be worn alone or under makeup. For best results, apply as the final step in your morning skincare routine after moisturizer and before makeup.

Pro Tip from Our Clinicians

This sunscreen works beautifully over our vitamin C serums and retinoids, providing essential photoprotection for active ingredients. Post-treatment patients especially benefit from the iron oxides, which provide additional protection against visible light that can worsen melasma and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.

Best For Skin Types

normaldrycombinationoilysensitive

Targets

sun protectiondark spotsmelasmapost inflammatoryblue light

Pairs Well With

skiniq peels ipl

Sunforgettable® Total Protection™ Face Shield Flex SPF 50

About Sunforgettable® Total Protection™ Face Shield Flex SPF 50

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How to Use

Best For Skin Types

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