$13.29 when purchased online
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About this item
Highlights
- CETAPHIL SHEER MINERAL SUNSCREEN SPF 50: Nourishes sensitive skin while providing hydrating, chemical free sun protection
- MICROBIOME GENTLE FORMULA: Locks in moisture to hydrate and protect skin's delicate microbiome
- ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION: Vitamin E acts as a soothing antioxidant to help protect skin from surface free radicals and other environmental stressors like harsh or over drying conditions.
- NON-GREASY, LIGHTWEIGHT FORMULA: Blends quickly into the skin without leaving a greasy residue and is water resistant for up to 80 minutes
- REEF SAFE SUNSCREEN: This product is a reef friendly sunscreen.
- TRAVEL SIZE SUNSCREEN: This product is under 3.4 fl oz, making it easy to take with you on your next vacation or trip
Description
CETAPHIL Sheer Mineral Sunscreen is a lightweight, 100% mineral sunscreen for sensitive skin, designed for daily use on the face and body. Broad spectrum SPF 50 reflects both UVA and UVB rays to help prevent sunburn and decrease the risk of skin cancer and early signs of aging due to sun exposure. The sheer formula was developed with micronized technology to help disperse minerals evenly for easy application, and the non-greasy formula won't clog pores. Formulated with zinc oxide and titanium dioxide to provide broad spectrum sun protection and soothing vitamin E to comfort the skin, this sheer sunscreen locks in lasting hydration to help prevent against the drying effects of the sun. CETAPHIL Sheer Mineral Sunscreen is hypoallergenic, fragrance free and paraben free, and designed to be gentle on even the most sensitive skin.Key Ingredient:Titanium Dioxide
Scent: Unscented
Health Facts: No Fragrance Added, Hypoallergenic, Noncomedogenic, Dye-Free, Contains Zinc Oxide, Non-Toxic, Contains Vitamin E, Mineral-Based, Paraben-Free, Oil-Free
Product Form: Lotion
Active Ingredient(s): Titanium Dioxide 4.9%
Includes: Sunscreen
Package Quantity: 1
Beauty Purpose: Moisturizing, Sun Protection, Soothing
Industry or Government Certifications: National Eczema Association Seal of Acceptance
Net weight: 3 fl oz (US)
SPF: 50
Features: Blocks UVA Rays, Dermatologist Tested, Fast-Absorbing, Fast Drying, Non-Comedogenic, Broad Spectrum Protection, Moisturizing, Water-Resistant, Safe to Use On Sensitive Skin, Dermatologist Recommended, Blocks UVB Rays
TCIN: 80139630
UPC: 302994122004
Item Number (DPCI): 037-11-1525
Origin: Assem USA w/foreign/dom. parts
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Active ingredients
titanium dioxide 9.0% zinc oxide 7.0%
Purpose
Sunscreen SunscreenUses
Uses helps prevent sunburn if used as directed with other sun protection measures (see Directions), decreases the risk of skin cancer and early skin aging caused by the sunDirections
Directions apply liberally 15 minutes before sun exposure reapply: after 80 minutes of swimming or sweating immediately after towel drying at least every 2 hours children under 6 months of age: Ask a doctor Sun Protection Measures. Spending time in the sun increases your risk of skin cancer and early skin aging. To decrease this risk, regularly use a sunscreen with a Broad Spectrum SPF value of 15 or higher and other sun protection measures including: limit time in the sun, especially from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. wear long-sleeved shirts, pants, hats, and sunglassesOther information
Other information protect the product in this container from excessive heat and direct sun may stain or damage some fabricsInactive ingredients
water, isohexadecane, butyloctyl salicylate, cetyl dimethicone, styrene/acrylates copolymer, olive oil polyglyceryl-6 esters, sorbitan olivate, sodium stearoyl lactylate, vp/eicosene copolymer, cetearyl alcohol, cetearyl olivate, cetyl palmitate, sorbitan palmitate, dimethicone peg-8 laurate, ceramide np, ceramide ap, ceramide eop, cholesterol, phytosphingosine, hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, benzyl alcohol, bisabolol, dipotassium glycyrrhizate, propanediol, xanthan gum, aluminum hydroxide, sodium lauroyl lactylate, carbomer, tocopheryl acetate, disodium edta, stearic acid, triethoxycaprylylsilane, citric acid, maltodextrin, phenoxyethanol, capryloyl glycine, undecylenoyl glycine
Shipping details
Estimated ship dimensions: 6.33 inches length x 2.24 inches width x 1.22 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.26 pounds
Return details
This item can be returned to any Target store or Target.com.
This item must be returned within 90 days of the date it was purchased in store, shipped, delivered by a Shipt shopper, or made ready for pickup.
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Q: Does this sunscreen contain Octocrylene or Benzophenome
submitted by gail - 4 years ago
A: Hi gail! Here is a complete ingredients list for your review: Titanium Dioxide 4.9% Zinc Oxide 4.7%, Alumina, Arachidyl Alcohol, Arachidyl Glucoside, Ascorbic Acid, Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract, Beeswax, Behenyl Alcohol, Benzyl Alcohol, Bisabolol, Butylene Glycol, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Carbomer, Ceramide Ap, Ceramide Eop, Ceramide Np, Cetyl Dimethicone, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Cholesterol, Dimethicone, Dimethicone Peg-8 Laurate, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Disodium Edta, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate, Hydrated Silica, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Isohexadecane, Maltodextrin, Methicone, Panthenol, Pantothenic Acid, Peg-100 Stearate, Peg-8, Phytosphingosine, Polyaminopropyl Biguanide, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Polysorbate 60, Potassium Sorbate, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Stearic Acid, Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer, Tocopheryl Acetate(Vitamin E), Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Trisiloxane, Vp/Eicosene Copolymer, Water, Xanthan Gum. Hope this helps!
submitted byTarget Beauty Consulting - 4 years agoBrand expert
Q: can this be used on your face & body ?
submitted by Will - 4 years ago
A: Hi Will! Yes, this gentle Mineral SPF is designed for both face and body. Hope this helps!
submitted byTarget Beauty Consulting - 4 years agoBrand expert
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Summary of reviews
This mineral sunscreen is praised for its sun protection capabilities, especially for sensitive skin, but it has a significant white cast that many guests find difficult to blend. While it effectively prevents sunburn, the thick, chalky texture and difficulty in application make it less suitable for those with darker skin tones or those seeking a sheer finish. Ideal for outdoor activities, it may not be the best choice for daily wear under makeup.
Summary created by AI from text of reviews reflecting recent feedback provided across different star ratings (includes incentivized reviews)
2.8 out of 5 stars with 629 reviews
blends in easily: 1.25 out of 5
effectiveness: 2.63 out of 5
quality: 1.96 out of 5
value: 1.99 out of 5
8% would recommend
232 recommendations
Terrible
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Amber - 1 month ago
This left the worst white cast on my face that I have ever seen. It took me using a different SPF with tint in it to even it out just a little. Would not recommend.
Feels terrible on my skin, spreads poorly too
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Adrienne - 1 month ago, Verified purchaser
I have sensitive skin and generally trust this brand their face moisturizer with 35 SPF is great and I have been using it for years and it’s one of the only things that works on my face. So I thought getting sunscreen from them makes sense. However, this felt terrible on my face and didn’t soak or rub in at all. It felt and looked like putting a layer of white glue or paint over my skin. It didn’t spread easily it made my skin feel so bad and tacky/sticky it almost hurt. I have dry sensitive skin so this may work for less sensitive or more oil prone skin idk but it did work at all for me. I don’t know how effective it is in the sun because I had to wash it off almost immediately. Again I love and trust this brand for other products so if this isn’t good for you maybe try something else by them it’s not the whole brand. Maybe this will work for other skin types.
Horrible white cast
2 out of 5 stars
kbugga - 2 months ago
originally posted on cetaphil.com
I wear sunscreen under my make-up every day and I love Cetaphil's other skincare products, so I thought I would try their sunscreen too. I tried it for the first time this morning and when I tell you it gave me the most atrocious white cast I've ever seen, I mean it. I am very pale, so I can't image what this would look like on someone with even a slightly darker skin tone than me. I had to wipe it off, but I am still finding dry, white residue on my hands. I'm sure the sun protection is fine, but it is completely unwearable.
Gave me and family a rash
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
- 2 months ago, Verified purchaser
This product gave me and my family a rash. I didn't expect that from mineral sunscreen at all. The white cast , on the other hand, is to be expected and not surprising. I wasn't able to wash it off no matter how hard I've tried though, hopefully it comes off eventually.
Extremely Disappointing!
1 out of 5 stars
Avita - 2 months ago
originally posted on cetaphil.com
Horrible layer of white - very difficult to rub in. Embarrassed at a holiday gathering when in a lit room & finally a teenager pointed out ‘white stuff’ in eyebrows & caked in wrinkles. Sorry I spent a good amount of money on this product!! Should get refund & apology.
WHITE CAST ALERT!
2 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Its OK - 3 months ago
I'm always in search of new mineral sunscreen and wanted to try this. It leaves an awful white cast and even with alot of moisturizer, still terrible. You have to continue to run until it goes away. The best mineral sunscreen so far I've tried with minimal white cast is the La Posay Anthelios mineral ULTRA LIGHT FLUID sunscreen SPF 50.
THIS IS JUST WHAT MINERAL SUNSCREEN IS LIKE.
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
jadebra - 4 months ago
While the sunscreen does leave a bit of a white cast (because that’s what mineral sunscreen is like) I purchased this for my tattoos to protect them more heavily, and it is definitely the best drugstore brand mineral sunscreen I’ve tried. You just need to use less than you think and take your time blending it in. It will make you paler, but the point is the block the sun and not soak chemicals into your skin. I don’t think other people who reviewed the sunscreen know what mineral sunscreen is.
Turns you white
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Nicole - 4 months ago, Verified purchaser
This is the worst sunscreen I've ever tried. I'm already a light skinned person and it made me look like I was wearing white face makeup. I had to SCRUB to get it to blend and it never fully did. It probably protects you from the sun because it creates a mask. I'll never buy this again.
How can a company even sell this to people!
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Pure Life - 5 months ago
Horrible, horrible product. As others mentioned it leaves a white residue that just does not come off.. I had to go to a bathroom so that I could stop looking like Casper, and even with water it’s hard to rub off Hope it didn’t ruin my shorts, which also have the crappy residue on them.
White cast
2 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Barbara - 5 months ago
I have used Cetaphil face cleanser for years, so I decided to try their sunscreen and was very disappointed. It leaves a white cast on your skin that does not disappear no matter how much you try to rub it in. Waste of money. Used it twice with the same result. Will throw it away. It's that bad.
Not sheer at all :(
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Michigan8 - 5 months ago, Verified purchaser
Sadly, the product not only left a white cast, but made my skin flakey. Had to return it.
Not sheer, bluish white cast. Ghost makeup.
2 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Monica - 6 months ago
I bought this not realizing it was mineral, so that’s on me, but it is in no way sheer. I was shocked when I looked in the mirror halfway through rubbing it in and started laughing, because it was that bad. I looked like a ghost! hahaha the bluish tint is actually pretty significant and does not fade hours later. Do not get this unless you’re pretty white and will be applying a slightly too warm/dark foundation over it. This is what happens when I don’t compare reviews in-store for products lol 🙃. A customer can’t casually buy anything anymore.
Horrible
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Meez - 6 months ago
The white cast is honestly the least of my worries with this. It's so thick, it doesn't blend at all. It sits on top of your skin, it's patchy, and it doesn't look better over time. "Sheer" is a flat out lie. Whoever rated this more then 1 star MUST be getting paid for a review because this is beyond outrageous. Especially for $13.
False Advertising :/
2 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Mia - 6 months ago, Verified purchaser
The texture when first applied onto your hands feels watery and hydrating. However, once you try to apply it it becomes rather hard and more like trying to rub mud on your face. It doesn’t blend well into your skin and takes a lot of rubbing to get it evenly distributed, which can be rough for people with sensitive skin. If you’re a person of color or just tan, it leaves a visible white cast on your face even though the product says it’s meant to be sheer. It would likely work for those who are on the pale side, but this sunscreen is not meant for me.
Definite white cast.
3 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Renee - 7 months ago, Verified purchaser
It protects from burns but has a major white cast and does not run in well. Use sparingly to make the white cast less. As a result, this is much more of a beach/outdoor sports sunscreen and not something you’d want to wear under makeup or to work. Little kids with very light skin probably won’t care. Doesn’t really have a smell in my opinion. Not greasy. More of a chalky texture.
Thick mess
1 out of 5 stars
Tahoe Sally - 7 months ago
originally posted on cetaphil.com
Bought this for “sheer Mineral sunscreen” with zinc for protection
Terrible
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Kmack - 7 months ago, Verified purchaser
It has major white cast despite saying "sheer" on the bottle and it smells bad.
Protection at a cost
3 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Happy camper - 7 months ago, Verified purchaser
Sun protection was great, but be warned this will leave a white cast. I am already pale and it made me look like a ghost lol! Don’t wear black or any dark color while you wear this sunscreen. It will get on your clothes and doesn’t seem to rub in well.
Nope
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Ss - 7 months ago, Verified purchaser
The white wouldn’t go away.
I look like a ghost
1 out of 5 stars
Danny_valtina - 7 months ago
originally posted on cetaphil.com
I bought Cetaphil because I like its products, but this sunscreen disappointed. It leaves a thick white layer and it's impossible to blend. For me, it was a huge waste of money, especially because it was supposed to be lightweight and it's completely the opposite.