DERMA E Mineral Sunscreen for Face, SPF 30 Brush On Sun Protection Mineral Powder Sunscreen, 0.16 Oz, Mattifying Zinc Oxide & Ceramides, Sets Makeup, Controls Oil, Translucent Finish, All Skin Tones Review
Our verdict
Derma E's Mineral Sunscreen is a brush-on powder built around zinc oxide and ceramides, offering SPF 30 protection that also sets makeup and helps control shine, and its 4.2 star average across roughly 6,400 reviews shows it has found a loyal following.
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People who want a translucent, brush-on powder sunscreen to touch up SPF over makeup during the day, especially those with combination skin.
Skip if
You want a cream sunscreen for full-coverage, all-day base protection, since a powder works best as a supplement to your regular SPF, not a full replacement.
- Priced 21% above the category median ($19.79 across 131 tracked models)
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.2/5
4.2 average across 6,400 owner ratings
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Popularity4.7/5
6,400 owner reviews, more than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other women's everyday face care: moisturizers, face mists, facial kits, rollers, cleansing brushes and steamers we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
This is a mineral powder sunscreen from Derma E built around zinc oxide and ceramides, meant to be brushed on for SPF 30 protection while also mattifying the skin, setting makeup and absorbing excess oil. It comes in a translucent shade meant to work across all skin tones, and it's aimed at combination skin in particular.
At $24, it's priced like most brush-on mineral powder sunscreens, a category built for touch-ups rather than a full morning SPF routine. The formula includes vitamin E and is labeled cruelty free.
With a 4.2 star average across roughly 6,400 reviews and about 30 units bought in the past month, it's a well-established product with a large, steady review base.
Pros
- SPF 30 in a mess-free, brush-on powder format
- Zinc oxide and ceramides in the formula
- Mattifies skin and helps control oil
- Translucent shade works across skin tones
- Large review base with a solid 4.2 star average
Cons
- Brush-on powders generally deliver less coverage than creams, so reapplication needs care
- Best used as a touch-up over existing SPF rather than a sole sunscreen
- Formulated mainly for combination skin, so oilier or drier skin types may want to check fit first
- Compact size means more frequent repurchasing for daily use
Performance notes
Zinc oxide is a mineral UV filter, and pairing it with ceramides is meant to help support the skin's moisture barrier while the powder mattifies and controls oil. Because it's a brush-on powder rather than a cream or spray, the SPF 30 protection works best as a way to refresh sunscreen over makeup during the day rather than as your only source of sun protection.
What buyers say
A 4.2 star average across roughly 6,400 reviews is a strong, well-established score, and around 30 recent purchases suggest steady, ongoing demand for this touch-up format.
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Frequently asked questions
Can this replace my regular sunscreen?
It's designed more as a touch-up product to refresh SPF over makeup during the day, so most people pair it with a cream or lotion sunscreen in the morning rather than relying on the powder alone.
Does it work on oily skin?
Yes, it's formulated with combination skin in mind and is designed to mattify and help control excess oil, which makes it a reasonable option for oilier skin types too.
Does the translucent shade show up on darker skin tones?
The listing describes it as suited to all skin tones with a translucent finish, though as with any powder, it's worth testing a small amount first to see how it looks on your specific tone.