Tinted Sunscreen for Face - SPF 50 Daily UV Protectors

Choosing the best tinted sunscreen for your face is about more than just SPF (sun protection factor) — it’s about finding the perfect balance between skincare and makeup. A high-quality tinted sunscreen shields your skin from harmful UV rays while offering lightweight coverage for a natural, radiant finish. Whether you have dry, oily, or combination skin, selecting a formula with botanical ingredients helps nourish and protect your complexion from indoor and outdoor pollutants throughout the day. Plus, its even-toned tint effortlessly blends into your skin, streamlining your morning skincare routine.

Not sure how to get the most out of Clarins tinted sunscreen? Our experts have spent over 70 years integrating plant-powered ingredients into innovative skincare solutions. Here, we answer your most frequently asked questions to help you protect your skin all year long.

Should you use sunscreen every day, year round?

Yes, daily use of facial sunscreen should be an important part of your beauty routine all year. While we’re most familiar with the effects of the sun’s short-wave UVB rays that cause red, stinging sunburn in the superficial layers of the skin, 95% of the light that reaches our skin is made up of UVA rays with a long wavelength, which means they can penetrate deeper into the skin.

These rays are present even when there isn’t any sunshine. So, UVA affects our skin all year round, even when it’s cloudy or snowing. UVA rays can also penetrate window glass, exposing you to harmful rays even during your drive to work or sitting at your desk!

When you use a sunblock — along with other measures like wearing protective clothing and staying in the shade where possible — you can decrease your risk of visible signs of early skin aging. Our tinted UV sunscreens are a great addition to your skincare routine and may offer a decreased risk of early aging due to sun exposure and protection from other pollutants that could cause damage to your beautiful skin. Clarins sunscreens are a necessity for any skincare routine.

What to keep in mind when picking a sunblock

While an SPF sun protection cream works to partially prevent UVA and UVB rays from penetrating the skin by either absorbing, scattering, or reflecting some of the light, keep in mind that even the best sunscreen for the face is never an impenetrable shield against UV radiation.

Overexposure to the sun will cause damage no matter how good the product may be. So, when possible, stay out of the sun at the hottest times of the day, cover up with clothes, and wear a hat, sunglasses, and a UV-resistant bathing suit.

What is the best facial sunscreen for you?

The best facial sunscreen for you depends on your skin type and the amount of SPF you need to properly protect your skin. SPF 50 is an excellent choice if you spend a lot of time outdoors and/or if you have sensitive skin.

Consider these popular options made with care in France at Clarins’ Labs using plant-based ingredients:

Best tinted face sunscreen: Clarins UV Plus 50 Sunscreen Multi-Protection Tint

The tinted sunscreen helps provide that necessary coverage your skin needs, while offering a tint in two shades to match your skin tone.

Tinted sunscreen is a great way to achieve lightweight coverage that stays true all through the day.

For more information about sun care — from choosing the best sun protection level to achieving a golden glow year-round with Clarins' tanning sunscreen products — read our Beauty FAQs for all you need to know to protect and to glow!

What is tinted face sunscreen? How does it work?

Tinted sunscreen provides much-needed sun protection like regular sunblock and is designed to match your existing skin tone like a tinted moisturizer or sheer foundation.

Clarins UV PLUS Anti-Pollution Tinted Sunscreen is available in light, medium, and dark tints so that you can apply sunscreen that blends in with your skin in addition to:

1. Protecting your face from UVA and UVB rays..
2. Fighting indoor and outdoor environmental aggressors with Clarins’ Anti-Pollution Complex.

How much tinted sunscreen should you use on your face?

For optimal protection, apply a nickel-sized amount to your entire face and neck. Don’t forget commonly missed areas like the ears and hairline for complete coverage. You can also apply in small dots around your face to ensure you don’t miss any spots. If you feel you are not covering your full face and neck, use a little more to ensure proper coverage.

How to apply tinted sunscreen on the face

The best tinted sunscreen blends right in with your skin, so you’ll want to compare the light, medium, and deep tints to find your perfect match.

Once you’ve identified which face sunscreen with tint is right for you, you can apply it after using your daily moisturizer. Warm a tiny amount by rubbing your palms together. Apply it to your face with light, pressing movement, working from the middle of your face outward.

If you plan on applying makeup, you can do so after rubbing in your facial sunscreen.

How to remove tinted sunscreen from the face

At the end of the day, use a gentle cleanser to dissolve sunscreen and impurities. Follow up with a hydrating toner to leave your skin clean, refreshed, and ready for your nighttime skincare routine.