RANKING The 15 BEST Mineral Sunscreens From Over 200 I've Tested!

[@AMarie_USA]

Angie is the GOAT on sunscreen reviewing!

[@Kristiehornbuckle]

I like how women help other women with ideas and products that are good

[@lindab5789]

So glad to see Australian Gold still ranking so high on the list. It has been my HG for the beach since you first talked about it in 2017!

[@AngieHotandFlashy]

It's just so good!! I can't imagine it ever not being in the top 5!

[@Trish.Norman]

This has been the 1 sunscreen that I always fall back on. I recently got my tretinoin RX bumped up to .14% and now it’s drying me out! LOL

[@carlasaunders3983]

Me too!! And inexpensive too.

[@TSBlex]

Same - I love it!

[@seevanhawkins4591]

I love the finish of it but even the lightest shade is a bit dark on me until I get a tan.

[@amypovak4750]

The Ethyl Ferulate in sunscreens causes rashes in some people. MyChelle and Babo have this. So does Kosas tint. Found this out because the original Biossance spf ( which caused me massive allergic reaction) was recently reformulated without this ingredient and they announced on their webpage that this had caused problem for their customers so they eliminated it.

[@holly939]

@amypovak4750 Oh, thank you so much! I had a bad reaction to the reformulated MyChelle - redness and irritation. I had a severe reaction to the Babo Botanicals with redness, irritation, a rash and swelling that required a visit to urgent care where they prescribed high dose steroids. I don't have sensitive skin nor an allergy to wheat, and these are the only skin products I've ever reacted to. Now I know what ingredient to avoid!

[@AngieHotandFlashy]

Thanks so much, good to know!!

[@Undefinedinc]

Wow! Thank you so much!! I had the worse contact dermatitis from both Summer Fridays SPF as well as Versed SPF and couldn’t figure out why. They both indeed have Ethyl Ferulate. So grateful to you. This has been plaguing me for years since I couldn’t figure out the culprit. Happy to send you my R&R Sun Serum for your detective work. Shoot me a DM since I’m not sure YT will let me include my email

[@SightWordMovies]

Yes! Same with MyChelle, Babo and Biossance for me. I am allergic to shell fish and the ethyl ferulate is somehow related (derived?) and I got hives and a rash from Biossance that lasted 8 weeks. I didn’t know they reformulated but I still would be scared to try it. 😳

[@amypovak4750]

I don’t have a shellfish allergy…and hope I don’t develop one. But I do have sensitive skin, rosacea and allergies to other things. I don’t know if ethyl ferulate is limited to just spf or if it’s in other cosmetic concoctions but I read labels thoroughly since this has caused me trips to the ER.

[@donamolnar1033]

I’ve said this before you are the reason I started using sunscreen! I love the Australian Gold and use it everyday!

[@AngieHotandFlashy]

Yay! My work here is done!!

[@trishhunt4085]

Angie is the reason I started using sunscreen daily, too. And it began in 2017 with the Australian Gold. I still love it, with the Haruharu Wonder being my favourite chemical sunscreen. I shudder to think what my skin would look like had I not found Angie!

[@melissacleaver1612]

Australian Gold has been my ABSOLUTE FAVORITE every single day ever since you introduced it! I use serums and castor oil underneath and have NO issues with drying, and actually like that it dries to a matte finish despite my serums and oil. Love love love it! Also, you cannot beat the price point for the amount of product! Thanks, Angie!

[@darsbihi8866]

For me exactly the same, I'm even not interested in trying something else!

[@RiyaJoshi22Q1]

One of my go-to sunscreen for dealing with acne-prone skin is littlllextra rice berry SPF 50+ sunscreen. The major issues I face with a lot of sunscreens are that either they lead to breakouts or they dry out my skin and burn. However, this sunscreen doesn't do this and it applies great under makeup which as an acne-prone girl I nearly daily wear.

[@MeAarohiBose]

I've got super oily skin, and I've also used Rice Berry sunscreen. It’s hands down the best sunscreen I’ve ever tried. No whitecast at all and feels super light. I would highly recommend this to those who have extremely oily skin like me.

[@ColletteAileen]

For me, the Australian Gold is that elusive combination of perfectly matte without any drying.

[@karenslygh1210]

In the latest Consumer Reports they tested sunscreens and Australian Gold rated 18 out of 100 with poor UVA and SPF, delivering only a Average Tested SPF of 4. I really loved this sunscreen the best for my oilier skin so was so disappointed to read this!

[@KarenGaylor4712]

@@karenslygh1210 that is sad because I love that it's drier for my oily skin.

[@elle_sanchez]

I thought the Australian Gold would’ve worked for me since I used to have more oily skin, maybe it wasn’t oily enough. It’s very heavy, almost glue like, dried my skin up and extremely uncomfortable to wear. However, I do appreciate the variety of sunscreens Angie gives us as we are all so different in our needs/preferences.

[@FamilyMembersOnly]

Dearly wish I could use this sunscreen. It pulls out every bit of moisture in my skin. 😤

[@natnguyen4052]

I have oily mature skin. Australian Gold on its own is too drying. I wear either Beauty of Josean or Summer Fridays as my main sunscreen and I top it off with just a bit of AG as if its my foundation. It's amazing!

[@tiffp323]

Australian Gold is the BEST for Caribbean heat! Sweat beads formed on top. No breaking down at all. Tap off the sweat and keep it moving. I loved! Very drying underneath indeed that’s why I haven’t repurchased but I might soon!

[@jenniferrobinette4293]

I love the Australian Gold sunscreen. I started using it several years ago based on Angie's recommendation. I play a lot of pickleball and this is the only sunscreen that doesn't get into my eyes when I sweat. It does have more of a matte finish and my skin tends to be dry, but I still does a beautiful job of protecting my skin and not making my eyes water. I will also use it on my arms and chest. Best sunscreen I have found when doing outdoor activities! ❤

[@tonnisharmin8226]

Hi, does Australian gold sunscreen burn eyes?

[@karenpetursdottir6274]

Australian Gold is my holy grail for my oily skin.

[@pajamamama5965]

same❤

[@raquelolegario6467]

Australian Gold is my go to in the summer

[@KarenGaylor4712]

I'm 68 with oily skin and I love the Australian Gold except they need more shades. The medium/tan is too dark for my light/medium skin.

[@MyCleverHandle]

Aussie Gold is my year-round GoTo. Under color products, or as a base & primer all by itself. Perfect here in Southern California, even with my rosacea and its moody dry-to-oily patches through the seasons. Hope they never change it!

[@Bunny11344]

It’s great for humid hot summers but I do find it more drying than others. This summer has been pretty cool in Canada so I haven’t been using

[@_Stav_]

Wow we reached the time for an “All stars”!

[@AngieHotandFlashy]

Yep! 9 years of testing!

[@mimzyc9949]

I, like many of you, love Australian Gold. It's perfect for the beach. I also use the Neutrogena for my summer makeup. So happy these are on the "list "

[@PatriciaDavis-j3o]

So glad you introduced us all to Haru Haru. I'm not fond of the mineral formulas and this is chemical but non-irritating and works well with makeup. I would never have tried this without your videos!

[@cathyschopp4981]

Absolutely Love the Haru Haru! Works Perfectly with my skin❤️

[@scushman4]

I don't like the scent at first, but it diminishes quickly. After it sets, it's truly great.

[@tsm7078]

Have you had any issues with it stinging your eyes if you sweat and it gets in the eyes? Would like to try this but hav an issue with some stinging my eyes, thanks

[@HolliThompson]

I agree!

[@patriciaa2976]

Love the Haru Haru sunscreen! Bought it for $12 on Amazon. Works well under makeup and NO stinging of eyes

[@manonsinclairladyofblairad9675]

I love the Australian Gold sunscreen and I'm still using it. It's beautiful on its own and under makeup too.

[@PENNSMITHSKINCARE]

So excited for this. Best extensive ranking ever!!

[@AngieHotandFlashy]

Thanks Penn!! 💜

[@m.anderson5029]

Angie, I love your annual sunscreen videos and was hoping you'd do an all-star edition, and here it is! This is so helpful! Thank you for the hard work you put into your videos! It is much appreciated!

[@pitterpatti1958]

I now use the Haruharu as my everyday sunscreen. It’s foolproof, economical and I forget it’s on. I still use the Australian Gold if I’m going to the beach or the pool. It gives me just enough color without makeup and wears like iron. Thanks for all your testing over the years. My skin thanks you too!

[@catharinecowan4514]

Haruharu also makes a mineral sunscreen - it’s untinted and can leave a bit of white cast but otherwise the formula is super nice and never irritates my sensitive dry skin!

[@MaraJrianne]

I came looking for someone who had mentioned that there are two haruharu sunscreens: the one Angie has that uses newer chemical filters and the mineral one, which is probably what people are asking about. Here's hoping Angie sees one of our comments and tries the mineral one and can add it to the ranks!

[@rebeccacrow9616]

@@MaraJrianne YES! Hope Angie reads this and adds it to her next trial.

[@Cassaronda]

Bought Haru Haru based on her recommendation and GROSS. It was so sticky and the stickiness never dissipated.

[@MP-317]

THANK YOU for all the great thorough research you do for us !

[@pigeonmom]

If they ever discontinue Australian Gold i won't be able to live anymore! I'm so glad Angi introduced us to this. It's sheer perfection for my textured combo skin. It out performs everything I've every tried, low end, high end, tinted moisturizer and foundations! 🙇🏼‍♀️

[@terrirojas]

Angie, next year, can you include powder sunscreens for touch up’s? And lip balm sunscreens! ❤ Also, I signed on with Agency from the link on your Glam Girl Gabi video. I use it only 2-3 times a week (following my provider’s recommendation) because I’m super sensitive and have rosacea, but wow - I already see a difference in my texture and I’ve had no negative reactions. I love the cleanser and moisturizer too!

[@januarypasture]

I'd also love to hear Angie's reviews on powder sunscreens

[@rebeccacrow9616]

Love the Revlon spf 20 Strawberry Kiss tinted lip balm. Has a bit of pink color and is not goopy, but not hard like a chap stick. Lip protection is important!

[@allikat1352]

I use the Derma E powdered sunscreen 30SPF. It is in a tube with a built in brush. Great for touch ups and keeps the shine down.

[@cs-yq5ed]

#1 Australian Gold, for oily or combo skin. Wears great under makeup. For years, I hated wearing sunscreen on my face because it felt greasy and slimy, and any makeup would slide off. The Australian Gold sets down perfectly! 🌟

[@colleenguri]

You turned me onto Australian Gold Tinted YEARS ago. I've tried everything else,..Australian Gold is AMAZING. It's my ride or die. BEST SPF EVER.... Thank you for recommending it.

[@kathleenspeegle3517]

Sunscreen is so important, so I truly appreciate all the time and effort that goes into your videos!!! Thank you very much!💕

[@AngieHotandFlashy]

Yes! Using sunscreen daily for 10 years has made a huge difference in my skin!!

[@marieantoinette3451]

I'd love to see your favorite BB/CC high SPF with medium coverage.. I want an all in one that looks good by itself! ❤

[@casperinsight3524]

As a perfume sensitive sister I appreciate you sharing fragranced options versus unscented 💗 thank you

[@madisonhealey]

sameee!! I especially hate scents so close to my nose 😵‍💫

[@LipstickNsofrito]

Everyone..have a wonderful day..blessings and much love to you all ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@AngieHotandFlashy]

Thank you, have a wonderful day! 💜

[@LipstickNsofrito]

@@AngieHotandFlashy 💜💜

[@tmd7514]

Thank you for this video! Still wish the Elta md hadn’t been reformulated😢but have ordered the healthy labs and looking forward to trying it!

[@karlaparks572]

Yes just in time for summer! Still loving the Haru Haru. Boy I have really got to concentrate on reapply thru out the day - I forget to do that!

[@carmellagreen2919]

I love the Color Science SPF. Sometimes I use it instead of foundation. I’ll mix fair, medium and glow. It looks nice.

[@barbaranorris6169]

In humid Florida, ColorScience is the only one that holds up for me.

[@cgArtsy5]

Babo is my favorite! How about doing a video for body sunscreen? 😎

[@lilychang3785]

Australian Gold is my fav, on my 4th tube!

[@miss80smoviesandmusic]

I found the HaruHaru Wonder SPF from you, Angie and it has been my favorite this year!

[@WendyG-up2pw]

Hi Angie! Love your videos! Please consider doing an updated “Makeup 101” with all of your brushes and new product favorites. I need help! 😂

[@jasonh186]

Love this and your other sunscreen videos! Surprised Paula’s Choice didn’t make the cut.

[@RachelJane101]

Me too! The Super Light Wrinkle Defense SPF 30 is excellent!

[@midlifemom5829]

Yay Australian Gold in the top 3 !!! Its been my HG for years. Its the only mineral sunscreen that works on my 55 yo , combo oily , darker tan skin. I have not found any other sunscreen that offers deeper shades in a semi matte finish. Do most chemical K- sunscreens lack tinted shade range?

[@louisesharpy]

I think I have seen almost all of your 9 years of these. Such a great video. And so helpful

[@melissamayproducer]

I have been using Australian Gold for years but it can feel a bit too matte for my dry skin. I love the CeraVe but holy oil slick! I mix a drop of CeraVe with a dollop of Australian Gold and the combo is pretty close to perfection. With or without makeup. Thanks for the recs.

[@adryd8753]

Hi! Thanks for this video. Haru Haru has a mineral only version that comes in purple packaging. You can try it to give us a review. I think it will be good for combination to oily skin types.

[@AngieHotandFlashy]

I tried it but it left a strong white cast...

[@giyah6038]

I had wished for this video, and I jumped on it when I saw it. Thank you…you are my ‘holy grail’ for all things skin-related❣️

[@elizabethharrell8707]

I’m a huge fan of the Haru Haru sunscreen. It’s great to have a sunscreen that doesn’t irritate, itch, or smell bad. I also find it’s very compatible with makeup. I really appreciate how HotandFlashy puts the work into comparing so many different sunscreens!

[@elenacollado1430]

Hi Angie!!! this was perfect timing....my reliable elta MD changed its formula...to greasy for me now.....and I loved it so much, these are definitely great alternatives...Thank you and appreciate you!!!

[@Tsili-Walela]

Try UV Physical. Unless they reformulated that one since my last tube, it is good for oily skin. I had to add a little more moisturizer for my 62 year old skin.

[@katebridgers6944]

The Australian Gold in the lighter tint is my HG, but It's getting harder to find. The Myshelle and the Babo make my face burn/sting.

[@kathynobles4621]

Hoping to see you try the new Olay Sensitive Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 with colloidal oatmeal and zinc oxide. It is wonderful!

[@HereDiianas]

You should try Dr Sam's Bunting mineral suncreen it's great for normal/combination/oily skin and looks great under makeup even in the summer.

[@mabelperez9962]

For me the culprit ingredient in the Mychelle sunscreen is Butyloctyl Salicylate. I confirmed this with another sunscreen that has the same ingredient. I’m so happy Australian Gold was #3. It’s my HG sunscreen.

[@AngieHotandFlashy]

Butyloctly Salicylate can be irritating & it's being used more & more in mineral sunscreens...

[@bhall9874]

Good to know. I believe that's the booster that's been added to some mineral sunscreens to up the SPF rating.

[@elizabethcruz1745]

I wonder if that’s what’s in the reformulated Elta MD UV elements? It gave me a rash on my neck. I never had a problem with the original one.

[@elizabethcruz1745]

So I checked and it doesn’t have this ingredient, but the Cetaphil face liquid spf 50 does, and I used it on my neck 😕

[@quietriot9910]

I LOVE that you did an all star series. Love your reviews so much, so thorough.

[@MyCleverHandle]

Hey Angie! I dont know if I've ever thanked you before, but I found my way to Australian Gold a few years ago from your recommendation. My absolute favorite, under makeup or by itself as a foundation/base. Super product, no irritation of my moody rosacea with seasonally alternating dry and oily areas. I'm in Southern California, so a good SPF is a must every day! Thank you for your exhaustive testing!

[@rachelvanpatten6420]

The ingredient in the Mychelle SPF that causes the rash for me is the ethyl ferulate (confirmed via dermatology allergy testing) - it’s a derivative of ferulic acid and is a fairly new ingredient in the industry. It’s only in the tinted version, so those who otherwise liked this one might want to check out the un-tinted option. It’s also in Pipette baby mineral SPF 50 sunscreen.

[@tjs.8150]

I love the former ELTA MD formula. I recently bought the former version on the Walmart website.

[@tterry4145]

I feel the same! I managed to recently find a two pack of the original on Amazon. I’ll be sad when I can’t get it anymore.

[@crypticlolita]

I tried the Australian Gold sunscreen per your recommendation and it blew my mind. Bringing it on my poolside resort vacation next week 😎☀

[@amy.silverfurmama]

I have a pre-cancer spot on my face at 51 so your list is my go-to now! Mychelle works and I have to try the Australian Gold.

[@marizarivera9177]

My ultimate favorite sunscreen is Australian gold, it's great!!❤😊

[@ES-hc8bm]

I use many of your suggestions. I tend to wear different ones at different times. I keep a selection in my rotation. I have tried a few new ones they may be of interest to you. 1. Saint Jane Luxury Sun Ritual pore smoothing SPF30 sunscreen. This looks fantastic under makeup! 2. French line I picked up from my facial person. Alumier tinted sunscreen. I use the Isdin but the tint turns too warm and orange on me. The mineral powder stick from Isdin is a favorite for touch ups during the day. Thanks for another great video!

[@mizzjen1194]

I ordered your #1 pick. Thanks! I also started tretinoin through agency per your rave review of it (also dark spot formula). 👍🏻

[@muiawat]

Australian gold has been my go to and I got my husband and cousin hooked ❤

[@tquirkyt7118]

✨❤️ISDN tinted is my Holy Grail for every day❤ but for weekend outdoor activities in the hot humid summer or water activity, the Australian Gold is unbeatable ‼️✨

[@kathystclair9485]

Haruharu wonder is my favorite for non-tinted. They do have one that is a thicker consistency and takes a while for the white cast to dry down. Drmtolgy has a tinted matte one now and I like it. It is not extremely matte in the hot weather. I used to love the Australian Gold especially in the summer but can't find the lighter shade. Medium to tan is too dark for me, so I used to mix it half and half with the light shade. Thanks for the review that you do for your viewers.

[@dorilizrivera]

I totally agree with you

[@lorizerebecki3574]

ISDIN is terrific, love both their tinted and untinted versions. Excellent coverage, plays well under make up and lasts long. doesn’t sting eyes. My fav in a long while.

[@lindahunter842]

Great video! I have used so many of the sunscreens you talked about today ( thanks to you). As an oily skin girl, I love the Babao and MyChelle sunscreen. It looks like foundation (particularly MyChelle). I am Canadian, I wear the CereVe sunscreen in the winter and Australian Gold in the summer, perfection. I love how you describe each sunscreen and suggest who would it would suit. I will try a couple more of your suggestions. As a Canadian I can’t get some of these sunscreen delivered here, so I will pick them up them up when I am in the states next time.

[@maxinebaskerville6020]

I LOVE your sunscreen videos! I've lived in the Arizona desert my entire life and need the best I can get. Thank you Angie! I use Australian Gold and Elta MD the most because of you. 😊❤

[@TexasMom1776]

I love the first aid beauty mineral sunscreen. I used it in Arizona when I was visiting in April but my go to right now has been the Dr Jart BB tinted moisturizer 44 SPF.. I absolutely love it and use it as a foundation on my make up no make up days.

[@maureenormston8356]

What a great, comprehensive and informative video, thanks for sharing❤️

[@brieb777]

I’ll happily suffer with a little “flaw” in a sunscreen if it’s priced well. I just can’t justify spending over $20 with the amount you need to use to get the SPF. That’s why I love Cerave and AG. THX Angie! 🎉❤

[@janetp5956]

Great run down Angie. Thank you so much for continuing to push the importance of wearing sunscreen every day and to wear the recommended amount of 1/4 tsp. Few do that but we all must continue to push this!!!! I wanted to love the R&R but can’t get past the smell and having combo skin, it’s super shiny on me. Love the Australian Gold and Eltamd. Absolutely love the HaruHaru!

[@kateszczypinski5840]

I don't have a wheat allergy but I'm sensitive to coconut & coconut derivatives (which is in SO many hydrating products) which is why I love the Babo Botanicals

[@cb3501973]

Thank you for updates! Midwest Summers require Australian Gold, have been a faithful user since you first reviewed. Mix the Light & med shades for my tone match. I picked up Cerave to try for dog walking in the morning. It NEVER dried down! Back to First Aid Beauty for that.

[@jann3443]

Thank you, Angie. These videos are always helpful and informative! I am in the middle of morning skincare and I have my Healthy Skin Lab sunscreen at my fingertips. Yay! I alternate days using it or my Alastin or Elta MD. I sure wish I'd had these sunscreens decades ago then I wouldn't be fighting the sun damage dark spots on my cheeks. It's a daily contest with devices and skincare trying to keep them less noticeable. Sigh!😔

[@AngieHotandFlashy]

I wish we had better sunscreens back in the day too!

[@RavensRedolence]

So surprised not to see Skinceuticals Physical Fusion UV Defense SPF 50 not mentioned! It's my hands down favorite mineral sunscreen, so lightweight and gentle! I'd highly recommend it! I have a gluten allergy and had the same skin rash issues with the sunscreens containing wheat. Finally found this one after years of searching!

[@sharotej]

No one gives it any love. I think it's fantastic!

[@deborah1012]

Thank you, Angi! I love the Haru Haru, wish it came in a tinted form. It’s the first sunscreen that I have been consistent with. Have a lovely day!

[@AngieHotandFlashy]

Awesome!!

[@KittenCasserole]

I would love to see this video updated every year ❤

[@lol365]

The Elta MD UV Lements contains Butyloctyl Salicylate which is very close in chemical composition to the chemical sunscreen Octisalate. Colorscience uses it as well. Many brands do. It's used as a booster for UV protection and I think it's fair to say if a sunscreen contains it, it isn't a truly mineral only sunscreen. Not necessarily a problem in the formula, but it's disingenuous for brands to be scaremongers about chemical filters when they're using one.

[@workinprogress-ye5or]

Did it always? The new one makes my skin slightly irritated, never did before.

[@saraf1084]

Good Morning ,Angie!😊❤ Thanks for organizing these top 15… It was fun to find out where they all ranked. I had about six of them in my rotation at one point or another and found I like them all but for different reasons. It seems I need about 12 sunscreens at a time.. lol.😂 Oh well..summer is here so they will get used up! 😊

[@TayyabaNaz-pk]

Well after your recommendation I used Australian gold but now im using it for oil and sweat control product in summer also it makes your skin permanently normal to dry if you are oily person. It is the must in summers.

[@lori8058]

Angie great video…seeing those shots of you from a few years ago…I have to say in the Aust Gold video, you and the pink shade of lipstick- beautiful!

[@marypb8047]

The Australian Gold is my HG sunscreen. It acts as my SPF, moisturizer and primer in the summer. Winter I need a layer of light moisturizer in addition to the SPF. It’s so good. I mix medium and light depending on the time of year.

[@BIRDY_GIRL49]

Hi Angie! GREAT video! I'm so happy you mentioned haruharu wonder -- I use it every day and love it. Thanks again for wonderful and smart content.

[@tori0brown683]

I’ve been loving your recommendations for years, but recently I saw Naked Sundays mineral tinted spf and tried it out. I really enjoyed it with and without makeup, I’ve been using Australian gold for years… but I think the naked Sunday ties… over 20% zinc oxide, water resistant and applies beautifully but… slightly more expensive than AG mineral tinted

[@christineyaeger7513]

I still love R&R Undefined and i also just bought the Haru haru which I like a lot. I'm going to give the Australian gold another shot but it sometimes made my face feel itchy. Because of you Angie, i now wear sunscreen everyday! Thank you for this great video! 😘

[@janeta3509]

R&R works so well for me for last.few.yrs. Just enough tint to give me a.bit of coverage but very thin and easy to apply.

[@kathrynnielsen4104]

This is exactly what I was wondering after the last sunscreen video for 2024. Thanks for making this video to help answer that and help me choose what to try!

[@lorainemcgillivray77]

Hi Angie whilst the USA is ahead in many things sunscreen isn’t one of them and I think the Australian or European spfs are the best you can buy. I have extremely dry, rosacea and eczema prone skin which is incredibly reactive to many ingredients including zinc which really dries me out. I use Ultrasun as it’s longwear (tested to be the spf on the bottle after eight hours) and it doesn’t irritate my skin. It’s a combination spf with chemical new filters and titanium dioxide. It’s fragrance free and available in many finishes including tinted, glowy, extra lightweight serum style or even a true gel vehicle. They do a mineral version but I haven’t tried that one as I know it’s drying on my skin and I am happy with the longevity of the normal formula. Far East eg Korean and Japanese formulas have become really popular but few of them are water resistant and ultrasun is so it’s excellent as a beach or everyday spf. It does pass the Australian testing which is the most stringent in the world, but there are many others available in the EU or Australia that may be just as good. I can’t use the old chemical filters at all but there are so many newer chemical filters available in the rest of the world that may be just as gentle (or even more so) than mineral spfs. Best wishes x

[@LotEM12011]

I couldn’t agree more 👍🏻

[@maryhenri3254]

I have now worn Australian Gold for years now since discovering it here. It is such a great product.

[@sandygonzalez3069]

I’ve been using the colorscience flex daily with no foundation. I get so many compliments on my skin it’s crazy!

[@sharotej]

I've gotten more compliments from this sunscreen than I have from any other.

[@susans.6595]

What color? I use the fair, but wanted to try med. Worried med is too orange? What do you think?

[@sharotej]

@@sandygonzalez3069 I use the medium, and it was a little dark, but not orange. The fair made me look washed out.

[@sharotej]

@@sandygonzalez3069 I have to admit I used it sparingly, as a kind of "makeup" for work, and not for the beach or outside exercise, where I would slather on a less expensive tinted sunscreen from Neutrogena, Eucerin or CeraVe.

[@PurrfectWildR0se888]

Angie, the Neutrogena doesn't dry on me as well. Did you apply primer and makeup over it while it's still tacky and a lil wet? I sat in front of a stand fan for more than an hour and it never dried 😞

[@cruz111]

I learned about the Australian gold spf thanks to you and I love is for my oily skin.

[@granadascarf4375]

Etude Surprise SPF 50 ++++ (four pluses) is my favorite mineral sunscreen. It's the sister product of Etude Surprise chemical which us SPF 50 +++ (three pluses). It's confusing because the bottles are the same except the mineral has a yellow stripe towards the bottom if the bottle! 😊😊

[@skincarelover9568]

Angie!! I loved this video ☀️💛🧡 thank you , I went to a cosmetic dermatologist to get a chemical peel and she said I can tell you take care of your skin, that’s the best compliment 🎉 I use sunscreen 🧴 everyday no matter what

[@eileenlane4227]

All clear on my annual skin cancer screen! Picked up my Elta MD at 20% off at my dermatologist's office during their summer sale. I'd like to try the Haru Haru next time around. Thanks for the great videos.

[@AngieHotandFlashy]

Great news! I just had my annual skin check too & all good here! 💜

[@elenaaltamar2055]

Omg, the skin lab one works so well with makeup! I’m pretty shocked. Amazing as a primer

[@Jackie-is5kp]

I kept waiting for drmtlgy physical tinted spf. You have the BEST sunscreen round ups! Thanks lady

[@midlifemom5829]

They have a matte formula that ive been wanting to try out

[@leeannboland631]

I love it - my favorite for my sensitive skin.

[@midlifemom5829]

@@leeannboland631 thabks for the reply! Its getting harder to find the deeper shade of Australian Gold, so needing to search for another true matte formula 😊

[@Jackie-is5kp]

@@midlifemom5829 me too I’m no,ding out for at least the 25 percent sale.

[@chinamichellebe]

I'm glad you talked about the Agency sunscreen - I've been wondering how you like it (I guess I missed the Faves and Fails you did include it in.) Always appreciate your honest, informative videos! THANK YOU!

[@AngieHotandFlashy]

A bunch of people asked about it on this year's testing video so I wanted to include it here!

[@madelainesessions8823]

Would love to see a video of non tinted mineral sunscreens. Thanks for all the work you put into these videos!!👏🏼

[@TheMMAlegria]

Thank you for your videos; especially the ones about mineral sunscreens. I was look forward to hearing from you about the best mineral sunscreens. The only problem is that most of them are hard to find here in Canada. Thanks again for testing them out.

[@heatherdouglas-palumberi8297]

Bought the Healthy Skin Labs, but did not work out for me, as began feeling a bit itchy around my forehead soon after application, and did not settle down. That is the ‘tell’ for me, as I have sensitive skin. Sad, but loved the look of it for someone else! Very pretty color and finish. Sent back to Amazon without an issue. Now trying the tinted Australian Gold in light and medium dark (mixing), and also some ISDIN ageless tinted sunscreen (shake it well). Both ok so far.

[@aleidixon4226]

I do love the best of the best videos for the very reasons you spoke about: was there a reformulation, is it discontinued, etc. thanks for doing this!

[@wendio5437]

I’m so glad I heard about Agency from your videos, as I have been using their products for almost a year and my skin looks SOOO much better than it did with the over the counter stuff I was using. I really do love their products!

[@JenniferJones-kj3gi]

Love the DR. Jart Every Sun Day!!! It is pricey but worth it. Great worn by itself, under makeup, and a primer-like effect as you mentioned. I'm 58 with combo skin.

[@beckywatts9281]

Thank you so much for the Australian Gold recs! I might never wear makeup again during the day! It’s so nice!

[@cindyo6298]

Wow, your eyeshadow looks amazing. What palette did you use?