Best 100% Mineral Sunscreens | Review

[@ikonora]

Australian Gold mineral face sunscreen is beautiful, however it is a bit thick and leaves a white cast. But it works amazing under makeup, and I have acne prone oily skin! Thank you for another amazing video!

[@gothamista]

Hey love! It was a little hard for me to get past the thickness and whitecastness of the Australian gold but think it's much better for oily skin types!

[@menamurgor5350]

I have dark skin and oily skin my favorite isEtude House Sunprise Mild Airy Finish Sun Milk SPF50+ / PA+++. Its soo perfect! A little cast but give it a sec 👍🏾👍🏾

[@kunikagosain9733]

Tried any tinted one, that you can suggest ?

[@nihithavalluru9854]

I’m so excited to try this one!

[@EvilAngel191]

Also, Renee... I was waiting for you to post to thank you because ever since I found your channel and applied what I learned from your vids my skin has gotten so much better. My skin was in a really bad place when I started watchig your vids and now about a month has passed and the difference is abysmal! My skin is now the clearest it has been in months! and I don't think I ever knew how plump and hydrated skin felt like. I still have a lot of hyperpigmentation but I'm using an AHA toner and the spots are fading so fast and so well!! Thank you Renee!! You have been my skin's personal savior. No dermatologist I ever visited could do what you did. ❤

[@gothamista]

Aww thank you, Astrid for sharing this with me! Nothing could make me happier!

[@littlemiss131]

Astrid Arocho what exactly are u using for your hyperpigmentation? i ve been struggling with mine for so long...thank u!

[@EvilAngel191]

Little Miss I just went to check the product's name and I realized it's actually BHA.. anyway I am using the CosRx Natural BHA Skin Returning A-Sol. Got it off of Memebox for like $10. I use it as a toner morning and night (I layer up toners but I just wipe this product on my problem areas and then follow up with patting my hydrating toners). I've been using it for about 3 weeks and it has done THE MOST for my skin. If you get it just don't use it where you dont need it because it can sting.

[@tsita78]

do you use it as an exfoliator?could you please gine more info of the steps you follow?thank you!

[@EvilAngel191]

tsita78 No, I use a gentle physical exfoliator a couple of times a week. I do a double cleanse with an oil cleanser and then a foaming cleanser (I got the CosRx Low pH cleanser per Renee's suggestion and it's FABULOUS). Then, depending on the day I will exfoliate my skin with a gentle exfoliator (I use Dr. G's Peeling Gel but I found it's more of a physical cellulose exfoliator than a peeling gel). I will later (depending on the day) use a wash-off mask. THEN I tone. I use the CosRx BHA Returning A-Sol in a cotton pad and I wipe it on the problem areas. I continue with a hydrating toner (I have the Dickinson's witch hazel toner, the pink hydrating one without alcohol). I just pat a couple of layers of it on my skin and then I follow with a moisturizer or aloe vera gel and then finish with sunscreen if it's during the day or with a benzoyl peroxide spot cream during the night if I have to treat a spot.

[@umnia4316]

You look beautiful in this video! The red lip suits you so well :)

[@giovannisalinas1672]

I really appreciate the amount of work it must have taken to put such an important video together!!

[@gothamista]

+Giovanni Salinas thank you thank you thank you!! :)

[@ladymackisha]

I shriek a little when KZbin notifies me that @gothamista released a new video! I love Renee's voice and as always informative. :)

[@gothamista]

You sweetie pie!

[@clarasantiso3401]

Cherry Lao Yes not only calm in explanation but very thorough, and just complete as to what one can do to obtain results. I enjoy this Korean lady very much, and she's very very pretty too!

[@raquelfigueroa5539]

Cherry Lao 😂🤣😂 same here even though i have it for youtube to notify me i check my youtube all day long checking if Renée have post another video

[@americacastro4069]

I find this chanel the most informative, it's real, smart, not paid (I think). She's educated and doesn't yell or start doing dumb challenges in her chanel, that's why I love it!

[@jagibaba]

Same here! I feel this is exactly what I've been looking for on KZbin, so thankful I've found it!

[@ebonyjoy]

I've been using the bare minerals one for about a month and i love it. It doesn't leave a white cast on my darker skin which was pretty much all I was looking for lol. I'm glad this has your approval, and I'm glad I randomly saw it at a tj maxx for a discounted price.

[@nicoleecheverria5747]

Yesss! I ordered the Etude house one from Amazon a few days ago and I like how my choice was Renee-approved :D

[@uncoolalex]

much needed since I've started experiment with more aha/bha products.

[@uncoolalex]

xx

[@jimcuqi9855]

But is it true that you shouldn’t use AHAs and sunscreen at the same time

[@supersakurafan1]

Nooooo, that's not true at all! Use sunscreen with AHA, BHA, and other things that exfoliate the skin.

[@ChiChisWorld]

I have been searching for mineral sunscreens for the past 2 weeks & was about to cry & give up. May the heavens rain blessings upon you! lol You're amazing!

[@ReayTraynor]

I really like Clinique's City Block. It is zinc oxide and titanium oxide and has a light tint. Now that my skin is drier, I put CeraVe (a light moisturizer) on first and that makes the City Block glide on smoothly. Have used it for 30 years and now at 65 I hardly have any wrinkles.

[@isobel64]

A dark skinned friend/counterpart would have been helpful. For instance while Patima is lovely, left a bluish sheen on mine.

[@Artemis583]

Yes, thank you! I recently had to switch to mineral only spf (due to sensitivity) and I use the Murad one you mentioned, enjoying it quite a bit. The peach/salmon tint really adds a brightness/radiance to the skin. It's amazing to see so many other great formulas available nowadays. I have dark tan skin and was kind of anxious when I realized I had to switch to physicals because of the white cast and countless drugstore fails as you mentioned, but with this amazing list you shared, I am no longer worried! :)

[@thatsjv]

Please do a Vitamin C serum review.. I've been dying to buy one but just waiting for your review/recommendation. Thank You So Much and More Power to U and your Awesome UY Channel! 😘

[@afic10]

Javee check her playlist, she has one, it's very good, as all of her videos.

[@jeaninep7885]

cosrx triple c lightning liquid is bomb as an evening treatment, and the ole henrickson truth serum is great as a morning serum!

[@yessymarianaym]

the Dear Klairs Freshly juice Vitamin is good. I am currently using it

[@TC-gc5rt]

Javee I seem to remember Renee saying Drunk Elephant C was her favorite serum. Maybe check back through her videos?

[@av2827]

Tina Hu yep, I remember this too.

[@RC-gd7nt]

Etude House Sunprise Mild Airy Finish has changed my life. No heavy feeling, no white cast, so much protection. Thanks to you my skin is happy and protected. Also your hair .... i wish i knew how to get that exact look! Your hair is stunning!

[@TheMsTBennett]

To all my dark skin and brown skin people! I absolutely love love love the Josie Maran Argan Daily Moisturizer SPF 47. Warm it up in your hands and then apply to your face. It 100% disappears after a couple of minutes and does not make you greasy (I have normal to dry skin) or leave any kind of white cast! It costs $34 at Sephora for 2 oz, which I think is a pretty great price compared to some other popular facial sunscreens. It also works very very well under makeup.

[@sherwood9917]

She is right. It does not leave a cast. I have been using it for a year and I love it. I am sad they no longer make the 6oz bottle. For those with very oily skin and who wear makeup, this may not be the best choice. I have dry skin, and it is perfect. Great choice for those of us with darker skin.

[@sj1605]

I tried the skinceuticals sunscreen after watching this and I LOVE it. It is truly cast free. I am around nc44. And this has the most beautiful finish on the skin. Skin looks radiant and healthy. I have oily skin so I don't like greasy products. This is so light.

[@ericaohmg95]

Your opinions on sunscreens are literally the most helpful that I've seen. Thank you for this informative video, and I look forward to your all-time favorite sunscreens video!

[@gothamista]

Thank you sooo much! I'm happy you found it helpful!

[@elizabethmilligan7173]

The Etude is my FAVE-I purchased it after watching one of your other videos. I have acne-rosacea/dry/aging/hormonal/sensitive etc skin and this stuff is incredibly light, thin, and non-irritating. I use it in my DIY sunscreen cushion that you demonstrated in a previous video. LOVE it-you are wonderful!!

[@Gracefilled5]

Thank you for your video. I have a brown skin-tone ( MAC NC35). I tried the Murad formula and it leaves a white cast on me. I tried the Drunk elephant one and it has glitter in it ( or glitter like particles) and leaves a slight white cast. My skin is sensitive and can be irritated by non- physical sunscreens & fragrance ( and I just don't like glitter in skincare). I just want to thank you for your review because although the 2 I tried so far from this video don't work for me, I do appreciate this video. You have introduced me to sunscreens I've never heard of and I truly appreciate you ( and now I want to find a zero white cast sunscreen on my skin, instead of settling for a white cast). Thank you, very much.

[@benedicte6933]

I absolutely adore you! I am so glad I found your channel :) I just wanted to inform you/everyone about something really IMPORTANT! It is about the fact that you recommend using a vitamin C serum/product under your sunscreen. It is a great tip, but a lot of the mineral and psychical sunscreens have the ingredient niacinamide(which is a ingredient we all should love). But when you mix vitamin C and niacinamide together, they wash eachother out. So that basically means the vitamin C you put on before your sunscreen has no effect. So if you use vitamin C under your sunscreen, you have to make sure your sunscreen does not contain niacinamide (: So if you want to use both of the ingredients, you can use vitamin C in am and niacinamide in pm :) Hope this helped you/everyone :)

[@gothamista]

Hiya! Actually, vitamin C and niacinamide do not cancel each other out. They can cause a flushing reaction to the skin if your skin is sensitive which is why highly concentrated products/serums of L-AA or Niacinamide should be separated and not used together, but if your skin does not flush or get heated, then they're ok to use in a routine! Kindofstephen.com has a blog post about it!

[@benedicte6933]

Really? I had no idea.. Thank you! This information saved me from years of trouble :)

[@Gam2307]

Australian Gold SPF50. Holy grail. Fantastic product. No mask, no clogging. Magic.

[@Hurricanetongue]

I tried it a week ago and it pilled like crazy. There was a slight cast & i broke out. Also it dried the hell out of my skin. I dont wear any makeup. I wanted to like it cause its affordable but returning it now.

[@sandylai5172]

flea s. ，

[@mymelx0]

Thank you! I've been hoping you would upload an updated sunscreen review video and you did :D xx You never disappoint Renee :)

[@gothamista]

Thank you, so much Melissa!

[@MiAnnLeigh]

To any dark skin or brown skin people that bareminerals spf 50 sunscreen gives the worst whitecast I've ever experienced. I bought it on gothamista's recommendation when I should be looking for ppl with my skin tone who are testing it out. You WILL HAVE TO wear makeup over that sunscreen or you'll look like a powdered donut

[@TiffanyIma]

lol a powdered donut. I watched, like these will still leave a whitecast on me for sure

[@imygurl08]

thank you for this comment. I was considering buying that one. Buying sunscreen online as a Black person makes me so nervous because you never know what's going to leave a whitecast until you try it on and I don't have money to try a billion sunscreens...

[@jnnlis]

Lmao. Thanks for looking out for the team 🍩👍🏾

[@keinaka5684]

Jocasta Hi! I'd recommend not using any Korean sunscreen as most of them have whitening in them

[@iloveyoujuice9146]

The saem sunscreen is the worst as well literally makes your skin dries like I live in the desert and has a greatly soild cast

[@kathrinasarahlim208]

I know the struggle of finding the right mineral sunscreen! There are just a lot to consider especially the ingredients that I'm allergic to! I discovered Etude House Sunprise Mild Airy Sunscreen because of your DIY cushion video! It's the perfect sunscreen although I have to reconsider because of the alcohol content. But this sunscreen has the best ingredients for me (aloe and centella are winners!!) and it leaves no white cast! Thank you for always making informative videos. Oh, let me also tell you that you're the one who influenced me to try the korean skincare routine! It saved my life! 😍 I love you! 😍

[@sashak.4527]

Kathrina Sarah Lim I’m not even a medium skin tone but it leaves a white cast on me :/

[@d.revilbrook981]

Sasha K. I’m dark skinned tone and it leaves zero white cast on me

[@sashak.4527]

D.revil Brook lucky ☹️

[@Carmelle747]

Personally, my FAVE physical sunscreen is Replenix Sheer Physical Sunscreen Cream SPF 50 Plus (ordered mine from Dermstore). I have sensitive skin, so I appreciate that this doesn't have fragrance or essential oils and is packed with antioxidants, Vitamin C etc. It works well on my combination skin and isn't drying, doesn't leave a white cast and wears well under makeup too! Highly recommend! This also wears nicely over Drunk Elephant C-firma and a skin oil.

[@TC-gc5rt]

Carmelle747 I enjoy the Replenix Sheer Physical Sunscreen SPF 50 as well. It truly blocks the sun and adds a nice blurring effect on the skin. I prefer this product when I'm spending the day outdoors. Otherwise, for a day at work or just about and about in general, Skinscuiticles wins.

[@Carmelle747]

Ooh yes! I would love to try the Skinceuticals soon for a light alternative!

[@Carmelle747]

Tina Hu, I'll have to check out the bioderma as well; I'm always on the hunt for sunscreens!

[@TC-gc5rt]

Carmelle747 Me too, but I will say there are many good ones in this video. She has by far pulled together the best physical sunscreens I've seen in any KZbinr video. Let us know what you think of the Bioderma. 🙂

[@Carmelle747]

Renée works so hard for us, finding all the best! I'm intrigued by a few of the onces named in the video, but am sadly a bit limited by a student budget and trying to stay away from extra ingredients. We shall see!

[@kymberli61]

I bought the Murad sunscreen you recommended in this video and I love it! It evens out my skin tone and gives me a glow. Since I don't wear makeup to work, this helps me look more awake and lively versus dull and tired. Thank you, Renee!! 🤗

[@samijo8188]

Absolutely gorgeous! The red lip suits you so well. You’re stunning!

[@Snoopygroupie70]

I know this video is from 3 years ago, but thank you. It was right on time for my search for the perfect mineral sunscreen for under makeup!!

[@salomebaker.3463]

Great job Renee! I love how much passion you put into your videos.Will always come back😍😍

[@gothamista]

Thank you so much, love! Please always do!

[@nafnaf0]

Yes, great review. You really have looked at a lot of sunscreens. I wish you would have said the active ingredients for each.

[@LuvingLibra]

As a deeper skin tone, it is nearly impossible to find a sunscreen that won’t exacerbate my acne. Something my Dermatologist did not consider when she casually told me “you must use sunscreen”! This video has helped so much! Thank you!❤️

[@ashklash]

That Murad City Skin sunscreen is fairly new so I'm really glad you included it in this video! I've actually been using it for the last month and I love it 😍

[@gothamista]

I loved it from first application!

[@user-gc3rv6jw3n]

Is this better then a chemical sunscreen?

[@laurasoftheart]

Thanks for all your work in testing out these mineral sunscreens. I would enthusiastically choose that Korean formula but it was not Cruelty-Free. I live for the day when all products are Cruelty-Free and environmentally friendly.

[@lilbabyangel125]

Renee, your hair looks stunning!!! so voluminous, goes great with your red lip

[@fluorescentghost]

I can't thank you enough for this video, this is a lifesaver! I have allergic reactions to both the sun AND chemical sunscreen, and most readily available mineral sunscreen are so thick, greasy and impossible to work with. Thank you so much!!

[@lynneburrell2376]

Catherine Chicoine , what sunscreen ended up working for you?

[@jyotirmayeesatpathy7019]

Wowwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww, Renee.... Sooo much option.... Love u ... Take care... Thank you so much for giving your best for making all these vdos... We appreciate your love , help and efforts... Love u

[@gothamista]

Thank you, love!

[@lol365]

Murad City Skin SPF 50 - THANK YOU! I never would have known about this amazing sunscreen if I hadn't seen this video - the tint is invisible, the texture is weightless - yes it costs a fortune but I love it. This is what I've been looking for!

[@ara_now]

Whenever I put chemical sunscreen, my skin gets reaction! Thank you for the recommendations!

[@skinsciencebymira]

아라의 뉴욕 Ara in NY check out the Mommy UV gel. It’s made with mainly food grade ingredients and is designed for kids and sensitive skin so it’s a really gentle chemical sunscreen. Some other good physical sunscreens include Blue Lizard and Make Prem.

[@ananasbanana941]

So happy whenever you mention darker skin! Thank you so much, especially when it comes to sunscreen I struggle!

[@IntoBlackHouse]

Omg I was so excited to order the etude house sunprise sunscreen BUT, I was reading a review that stated how it has wonderful botanicals in the formula, like aloe, lemon, lime, and bergamot. WHAT?!!!! WHAAAAAT?!!!! Ok, for those of you who don’t know, citrus essential oils are highly photosensitive and can cause damage to the skin of exposed to sunlight! Bergamot is especially bad. I am beyond confused as to why a sunscreen would contain these unnecessary ingredients that are harmful in the sun, other than to add fragrance? Jesus what a shame. It just goes to show, beauty companies don’t always know what they are doing.

[@yo2tvo]

Abc xyz I couldn't find the same info you found. Online I see the ingredients are: - Dwarf ground sedge extract & Sunflower seeds for UV protection - Acai berry & Acerola to reinforce vitality of skin - Portulaca oleracea, Centella asiatica, & Mistletoe leaves to relax skin - Aloe vera, Cactus, & Hyaluronic acid to hydrate skin

[@yueyuehu1534]

citrons are put in for smell and "experience"

[@jt4713]

Google vitamin c and sunscreen.

[@Sobremesa18]

I bought the Sunprise sunscreen and it does NOT disappoint. I am oily skinned and my skin feels light and airy all day long with this. I get sunburns in the car in traffic with how pale and sensitive my skin is and this sunscreen has kept my face protected! I love it!

[@Allisllover]

This are gonna be the best 8 minutes of my life i can already tell

[@teagrrlll1749]

Wow girl, you must be psychic! I've been swatching & smelling plus reading the ingredients for four days now. I couldn't believe it when this popped up:) Once again, you have saved me! And just in the nick of time too. I was just going to give up & choose the one with the best ingredients but you have just given me options. Yay!!

[@EvilAngel191]

Been waiting for what seemed like forever for you to post. ❤❤ Hair on point!

[@travisflazer2762]

Thank you thank you thank you Renee!! This video has seriously calmed my anxiety concerning this topic. I live in Hawaii and our sun is MAJOR!! I feel like I have a clear direction to head in now. Thank you again , I love your work, much appreciated !! Mahalo!!

[@liviusss]

Renee, I love your videos, you're my favourite beauty adviser :) on YT, your videos are so informative and you are just a pleasure to look at and listen to, so elegant and gracious! You really are something else, I can only compare your work with Lisa Eldrige's in the make-up category...

[@gothamista]

Damnit, you've made me so happy! Couldn't imagine a greater compliment, seriously, thank you!!

[@grandunification]

Thank you! I was just thinking the other day that I hoped you would upload this exact video! There's not many good mechanical sunscreens out there and your videos are always so wonderfully factual and comprehensive. Thanks!

[@TheRuthyc]

I only worry because I have read that if the zinc oxide content is not 10-20% then there is not much UVA protection. In fact the ones with zinc oxide of around 5% are basically useless. Have you seen this information in your research? Very worried about this as I have been using sunscreens with 4-6% zinc oxide for a long time, and the FDA allows sunscreen manufacturers to declare on the label broad spectrum protection even if it is not! The public is allowed to be misled by sunscreen manufacturers because the rules and regs are very lax. The EWG is fighting against this and they have several articles discussing what the FDA is not doing on our behalf.

[@nafnaf0]

they should add the PA rating system to all sunscreens. The Murad has 10% Zinc Oxide and got a PA++++ (4+)

[@sidrahasad9942]

True. Sunscreens should have a minimum of 10% zinc to be truly effective mineral sunscreen.

[@kristinas5714]

Colour science the liquid one

[@simyoon125]

This is the mother of all sunscreen videos on youtube. Good stuff, Renee! Looking forward to the next installment.

[@prongpraison8463]

Can you do one without fragrance and more affordable? thank you

[@chainsawkitten3766]

Elta MD 41 tinted is nice, I just got it and it substitutes for a foundation. Another good one for around 20 bucks is Mychelle Liquid sun block, SPF 50, which comes in tinted and non tinted. Unfortunately, I haven’t had any luck with cheaper mineral sunscreens from the drugstore. Even when they say matte or clear, it just ain’t true! I either look ghostly or wet and greasy all day. Better to spend a little more on a tinted version, and use it as a foundation. If you want to up the ante, use a chemical underneath...one that doesn’t burn or sting my skin and is very affordable is CeraveAM, you can get it at Walmart for around $12.

[@msl5131]

You're simply THE BEST♥ Detailed yet concise & I can't thank you enough for trying each one on camera. It helps IMMENSELY to know what the color looks like & to actually see it going on the skin; application, spread-ability, etc. SUPER HELPFUL♥

[@sebastiansoto4157]

Hi Renée! I just wanted to say I'm very grateful for your videos. Thank you for sharing so much information and for taking the time to research and to try new products. And your skin is beautiful by the way! greetings from Uruguay.

[@gothamista]

Thank you, love!

[@Rowina18]

I literally check YT every day for a Gothamista update, I kid you not. So happy you uploaded a video, Renée! And let me say, your skin is so gorgeous it doesn't even show you've been down with the flu - glad you're well now, btw! As for sunscreens, I'm sticking to Anthelios: living in France, it's readily available and the price is comparable to drugstore products, so it's perfect.

[@gothamista]

You are so sweet, thank you love! Yes, you will not go wrong sticking with anthelios!

[@Rowina18]

Gothamista it's all deserved, my dear! ❤

[@lisahilton9616]

You are beautiful and a treasure! Love your channel and adore you. I know you have tried many sunscreens. Have you tried Reflect by Cosmedix? I have uber sensitive combo/oily mature skin that will get irritated by just about everything. If you have not tried Reflect (Lighweight Broad Spectrum 30) Cosmedix is a cruelty free company. I also use their Gentle Cleanser. Highly recommend the sunscreen. Oddly if a sunscreen has a lot of Zinc I will get a pimple or two!! Can't figure out why Zinc causes me to have a breakout!?! If you or anyone knows please share! Thanks Renee, you are wonderful and loved💝

[@TheSuefriend]

Thank you so much for this video! I've been searching far and wide for a mineral sunscreen that doesn't suck to wear under my makeup!

[@MrMissnedy]

What do you think of think of the aveeno mineral sunscreen for sensitive skin?? Its the one with the purple cap! Would love to know your thoughts on more drugstore sunscreens, and loved the video btw 😄😄😄

[@mattc236]

The6ixSense It’s casty

[@sierras260]

I tried it on my hand and it blended right in so i bought it, will update when i use on my face

[@JennaMugler]

The murad sunscreen is ammaazzzinggggg! My makeup last all day and it does control my oil like nobody's business! I'm in love with this sunscreen...people please give it a try u won't regret it! It's HG

[@caracorson6067]

Great video! These are all just so expensive! The only cheaper one is for oily skin and I have dry skin.

[@d.revilbrook981]

Cara Corson not quite I tried the etude house one I have oily skin and I still ended up greasy and shiny so in my opinion it works great to dry skin make sure you go over with moisturizer first

[@d.revilbrook981]

In my rate I still give this sunscreen rate at 4/5 but I’m sure i just need to find a product that controls my oil blends... still actively looking for one ☝🏾.

[@Lovin9Lives]

if you have sensitive skin like me the avene one didnt work for me :( it also makes my eyes burn for some reason, i have used the biore and la roche sunscreens which work beautifully for me so try tht if anything

[@FutureSakuraStar99]

Thank you for clarifying my thoughts :) My friend also recommended me to use the la roche sunscreen and since you said it works for you (you have sensitive skin) I might get it as well. For the la roche, do you use the tinted version? Heard that it doesn't give you a white cast and you can apply it over your makeup like your bb cream.

[@Lovin9Lives]

​@@FutureSakuraStar99 hey gurl! I have light-medium skin tone and havent had issues with white cast with the tinted version at all, im assuming your talking about the anthelios versions of sunscreen. I have had some white cast issues with the white version, but i usually wear make up so its not an issue. I also have never had any issues with white cast or sensitivity with the Biore water spf because it blends clear lol hope this helps!

[@FutureSakuraStar99]

@@Lovin9Lives Thank you again! It really did help. Will try those and hopefully I do not get a reaction from the sunscreen. Fingers crossed~

[@FutureSakuraStar99]

@@Lovin9Lives Update on the sunscreen topic: I bought the La Roche Posay Anthelos Tinted version SPF 50 and omg for once a sunscreen that didn't irritate or burn my skin! So glad I have come to this comment and you suggested this product for sensitive skin. Now I can wear sunscreen everyday when I go outside without the fear of UV rays hurting my skin :)

[@BeST_70]

I really appreciate the time it took for you to research these products. I have been looking for a decent mineral sunscreen since I started using Retin A and Vit C and settled on Alba because it was inexpensive but the things I have to do to make it not show up white. Whew! Thank you!

[@lololoanna]

Renee, you are the best!

[@gothamista]

You're so sweet, thank you!

[@dutuandreea95]

O my God. This is The perfect video. I am searching for about a week for a good sunscreen as a primer

[@Linds709]

How much sunscreen should we be using on our face?

[@ItsDesha]

I really appreciate when people bring out these elaborate and very informative videos on sunscreen and especially on mineral sunscreen! Not nearly enough people are aware of all the different concerns of sunscreen or how and when to use it. Only thing the untinted Josie Maran moisturiser with SPF 47 isn't vegan because it has Cera Alba in it, which is beeswax. The tinted version is vegan though so I get where the confusing came from :)

[@sA-rx5fb]

You should say just how much zinc oxide each of these have that would be really helpful

[@carolwalker6617]

Ahhh can't believe you posted this 2 days after I ordered a new sunscreen! I use the Josie Maran one in the winter but needed something less moisturizing for summer. I was in between Skinceuticals and Neostrata. I chose Neostrata spf 50 PA ++++ because it is supposed to be more matte, it feels great w/o make up, but I want to test its makeup elegance tomorrow. Your skin looks flawless btw, tks for sharing all this info!

[@BostonBarbieDoll]

I Really Hope You Do An Updated Sunscreen Vid For Sensitive, Oily, Acne-Prone Skin. Murad Sounds Really Good ! Have You Tried Out Elta MD ? x

[@user-gc3rv6jw3n]

hi, did you try the murad?

[@kellyb7153]

Thank you so much for taking the time to make this video! Love it! I know you said you were making it, I was SO excited when you released it. Thank you! So helpful!

[@fionappleisthebest]

Wondering if you could do a video on sunscreen options for the under eye area?

[@sakamotors]

Yayyyy an updated sunscreen video! Can't live without the stuff: sunscreen is bae. Love your breadth of information and recommendations as always and can't wait for the next sunscreen vid! xx

[@kimberlygiagnacovo8984]

I'm a new subscriber but I've been watching your videos back to back and I've learned so much!!! Thank you so much for the great content!!!!

[@gothamista]

+Kimberly G thank you for still watching!! :)

[@MJ-hr5ok]

THANK YOU RENEE! My skin is sensitive to chemical sunscreens and I have terribly dry skin (Thanks, eczema!) so I NEEDED this. Thank you, thank you.

[@ncasiano3405]

Hi Renee! I've been hoping for a mineral sunscreen video, and my youtube prayers have been answered! Thanks for the thorough and honest review-as always. What are your thoughts on Missha's All-Around Safe Block Sun Milk SPF50/PA+++?

[@gothamista]

Will let you know, stay tuned!

[@kanishkakarunaratne4867]

ncasiano3 came here to ask the same question! I love that stuff and have been wondering why Renee hasn't mentioned it. Feel so weird using something not Renee approved 😳😜

[@ncasiano3405]

Right?! I have combination/oily skin and I absolutely love the texture, application, and finish. I do worry about the fragrance and ingredients, though, so that's why I asked. Glad I'm not the only one wondering! Thanks for looking into it, Renee! :)

[@carolinaguzman6944]

ncasiano3

[@ennylennyl7905]

I'd be interested in hearing what you think of it, too. I literally just started using it this morning!

[@cintame2669]

Thank you for all your videos. I look your videos first before I buy something, because I find that your reviews in beauty products are amazing and you have a pleasant voice! The way you present your videos is great!!! I hv learnt a lot from your videos about beauty products and the ingredients. You are a beauty-pedia!!! I love your hair and your skin!!!

[@sleepyhead-j4l]

how do you reapply sunscreen when you have a full face of makeup?!?!

[@AC-qo8oq]

123 123 yes please answer us

[@sams517]

123 123 she made a video on this actually, it wasn't that long ago so u should still be able to find it. She basically made her own DIY cushion compact with sunscreen in it instead of foundation and you apply it like u would a cushion foundation

[@HipHop-vg7cd]

123 123 They also make powder sunscreens now bc I've been thinking of trying one out for applying over makeup. Dermstore has them for sure:)

[@Auggie025]

I read somewhere that powder sunscreens aren't effective. They only give you 5% of UV protection vs a cream properly applied which was 90-100% protection.

[@polishmeow8298]

Sunscreen sprays!

[@syamandapowell]

This just made my day! So happy to see this after a long day of meeting deadlines. I can't wait to see the all rounded fav sunscreens vid!!!

[@Terra_Incognita2004]

Can you do a video on Asian sunscreens, please? :) I love them so much more than US ones!

[@kongaisin8054]

I am really grateful to you for finding good physical sunscreens that don't give white cast. Thank you so much...

[@hirukiyat]

Ummm, your hair looks great btw!

[@cassienix2471]

Ja ja I have serious hair envy now

[@lunaeia9484]

Omg your hair is perfect and that red lip looks amazing on you! 💖 I also love how informative this is, as someone with tanned skin I avoided sunscreen for the longest time... I've actually been using the Etude house mild watery light sunscreen for 6 months now and I literally wear it everyday now even when I'm not going out - it just makes my routine feel more complete haha I wanna try the La roche posay one next tho! 😊☀️

[@Auggie025]

*watches first two and a half minutes* SIGH *clicks subscribe*

[@gothamista]

Happy Sigh!! Thank you for subscribing!

[@Auggie025]

I rarely add new subscriptions because for most youtube channels it's only worth favoriting one or two videos, but your channel is just full of useful, pertinent information! It's very refreshing. When I do subscribe it's like starting a new tv series. Time to binge-watch.

[@cs2dogs]

Thank you for this amazing comprehensive video on mineral sunscreens. I am one of those who will only use 100% mineral sunscreens and have medium olive skin with hyperpigmentation from past sun damage. So sunscreen is of vital importance to me now. And a sunscreen that I can wear both with and without makeup is of utmost importance.

[@Emmiiii267]

omg thanks for this! i read lot of articles and my doctor agreed that sunscreen was horrible for your skin and can give cancer and it freaked me out so im always at the hunt for a natural sunscreen!!

[@koolpebble]

I'm so disappointed. Most of these sunscreens you mentioned contain significant amounts of silicone, which makes me break out.

[@RLRL832]

You should try the mineral sunscreen from Druide, its natural and organic :)

[@mondayonfleek]

Hynt beauty- best sunscreen ever!!!!

[@katrinafatah]

the drunk elephant one doesn't contain silicones

[@abeerhasan2627]

Western companies really need to jump on that UVA defense bandwagon I use the Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Gel SPF 50 PA++++ It's fantastic! But that Etude House one you mentioned has got me curious. Think I'll try that next!

[@SongOfTheMoon-3SW]

Just getting here! Much needed review for everyone I am sure! Thank you Gothamista for the the hard work that went into this! You have certainly simplified my life:)

[@CNGOO]

omg so excited to watch this !!!! but i paused after watching you for the first couple of minutes and went to put on some serum seeing how beautiful your skin looked!!!

[@hannahchan3973]

I was on the hunt for the perfect sunscreen that includes mineral filters with a decent amount of zinc oxide and is moisturizing. I am so intrigued by the Murad City Defense. Thank you so much, Renee!

[@hannahchan3973]

I'm also interested in the Drunk Elephant sunscreen original, but I've heard people say that it has glitters in it :(

[@hannahchan3973]

So I just went to cosdna.com and entered the ingredients for the Murad sunscreen, but unfortunately, it includes RETINYL PALMITATE, which is a highly toxic ingredient. This ingredient is not EWG approved. This is so disheartening because I really thought that I had found the sunscreen of my dreams.

[@djdamoo]

THAT LIP COLOR! LOVE! Thanks for providing the info!

[@mollyw.5300]

This was SO helpful! You are seriously so brilliant. I love how informational you are and so honest. I appreciate that you give the pros and cons of every product you demonstrate! I am only subscribed to two people. And one is you!😄 thanks for all you do!

[@yumiipigsa48]

My all time favourite sunscreen is Odylique Natural Sunscreen SPF30 (broad spectrum). Best for dry and sensitive (including eczema-prone). It's organic, no nanoparticles, no silicone, no artificial UV filters, preservatives, fragrance or colour. Texture is non-whitening, not pore-clogging and not greasy (like a moisturiser). It contains shea butter, chamomile, sea buckthorn, UV protective karanja and zinc. Would definitely recommend it as it does not irritate my eczema and does not contain alcohol. Perfect under makeup as well.

[@kristinaw6654]

Nice review on mineral sunscreens. Sadly none of those except maybe LRP are sold in Australia as a listed sunscreen plus for the amount of sunscreen recommended to use it is often too costly with shipping to get sent here. Maybe overseas companies don't go through Aus sunscreen standard testing. Luckily we have good sunscreens here. The mineral sunscreen I use is by an Australian natural company called Moogoo. I believe they sell overseas. It is 24.9% Zinc but is thicker consistency, which natural companies tend to be than the milky consistency that have alcohol, mineral oil or silicones (I use sunscreens with those too) but it does rub in clear on me, just takes patience! Oh and your skin looks so good. Can tell you are knowledgeable about your skincare and what works for you.

[@juliebarnes7425]

Thx for this! I prefer mineral sunscreen!! I just found a tinted mineral sunscreen I'm loving. You introduced me to Sunprise and I use it in my DIY compact which you introduced me to. Now I can try a couple more. But I do love Sunprise although my skin is dryer. And glad to know someone else uses vit c in the MORNING!

[@thinksuzen]

Hail Renée! Loved this video! You are indeed the Queen of skincare! Thanks much for addressing dry skin mineral sunscreens too! Xoxo

[@1naturalbeauty]

The Murad City Skin Age Defense sunscreen is my favorite! 🧡 And I have darker skin that is oily.

[@Derpytina]

I literally need to buy a new sunscreen that's not greasy and then she posts a new video. It's a sign ❤️

[@MiniMoniHime]

Renee you're such a life saver 😩😭 it's an absolute task trying to find 100% mineral sunscreen that works on dark skin. Looks like there's some decent options here. Thanks for the lovely video as always 🤗

[@amberc.2137]

Renee, your face is always beautiful. Whether recovering from the flu or not. Hope you feel 100% better very soon. Thank you for the video & your included links.

[@alwaysbored411]

Thank you for the review and discount! I have been on the hunt for a mineral sunscreen that does not leave a white cast or have added fragrance and I think I found it. I just ordered the La Roche-Posay one. I can't wait to try it.

[@brendaf1033]

Excellent review! I finally found a mineral sunscreen I will actually use every single day - the Skinceuticals Physical Fusion UV Defense Sunscreen SPF 50. I started using in January and love it. It's perfect for my dry skin, looks great under makeup and the best part is that it is one I WILL use. Thanks for giving me options!

[@christameyer4195]

Loved the content but wish you would hold the product facing the camera a little longer as you speak as I had to pause quite often. As you spoke I already ordered 2 of your recommendations.