CETAPHIL Everyday Sunscreen Tinted Face Lotion, 1.7 fl oz, Travel Size Sunscreen, 100% Mineral UVA/UVB Filters: Titanium Dioxide & Zinc Oxide, SPF 40, For Sensitive Skin Review
Our verdict
Cetaphil's Everyday Sunscreen Tinted Face Lotion is a 100 percent mineral SPF 40 formula built for sensitive skin, priced at $13.97 for a 1.7 fl oz travel size, and it carries a solid 4.4 rating from 697 reviews.
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Sensitive skin types who want a fragrance free, mineral only SPF 40 with a hint of tint, especially for travel given the compact size.
Skip if
You need a full size everyday sunscreen for daily use at home, since this is a 1.7 fl oz travel size, or you want a heavily tinted formula rather than a light tint.
- Priced 29% below the category median ($19.79 across 131 tracked models)
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.4/5
4.4 average across 697 owner ratings
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Popularity3.0/5
697 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 Cetaphil sunscreen is built entirely on mineral filters, titanium dioxide at 10.1 percent and zinc oxide at 7.8 percent, rather than chemical UV filters, which tends to be gentler for sensitive and reactive skin. It's unscented, hypoallergenic, and paraben free, and the brand markets it as dermatologist tested for sensitive skin.", "Beyond SPF 40 broad spectrum protection, it's formulated to be hydrating and moisturizing, and it carries a light tint meant to blend into the skin rather than sit as a visible mineral cast. It's also labeled water resistant, a useful trait for a face sunscreen that may see some sweat or humidity.", "At $13.97 for a 1.7 fl oz travel size, it's reasonably priced for a mineral only tinted sunscreen. With 697 reviews and a 4.4 rating, it has a decent track record, though the bought_last_month figure of 1 in this data snapshot suggests recent purchase volume on this specific listing is on the low side."]
Pros
- 100 percent mineral UVA/UVB filters, titanium dioxide and zinc oxide, tend to suit sensitive skin
- Unscented, hypoallergenic, and paraben free formulation
- SPF 40 broad spectrum protection with a water resistant rating
- Light tint designed to blend in rather than leave a visible white cast
- Dermatologist tested claim specifically for sensitive skin
Cons
- 1.7 fl oz travel size is small for anyone wanting an everyday, full size sunscreen
- Bought_last_month of 1 in this snapshot is a modest recent demand signal
- Mineral sunscreens can sometimes leave more of a visible cast than chemical formulas, even when tinted
Performance notes
The active ingredients are titanium dioxide at 10.1 percent and zinc oxide at 7.8 percent, both physical UV filters that sit on top of the skin to reflect UV rays rather than absorb them, which is generally considered gentler for reactive or sensitive skin than chemical filters. The formula is also positioned as hydrating and moisturizing and carries a water resistant rating for SPF 40 broad spectrum coverage.
What buyers say
A 4.4 rating from 697 reviews points to a generally positive experience with this tinted mineral sunscreen, particularly among sensitive skin users, though the review count is more modest than some of the higher volume products in this category.
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Frequently asked questions
Is this Cetaphil sunscreen tinted or is it a visible white mineral formula?
It's described as a tinted face lotion, meant to blend into skin tone rather than leave a strong white mineral cast, which is a common complaint with plain mineral sunscreens. Actual color match will vary by individual skin tone.
Is this a good option for sensitive skin?
Yes, it's built entirely on mineral UV filters, titanium dioxide and zinc oxide, and is unscented, hypoallergenic, and paraben free, with dermatologist testing referenced specifically for sensitive skin. Patch testing first is still a reasonable precaution if your skin reacts easily.