Cotz Face Lighter Skin Tone Spf 40, 1.5 Ounce

I bought this sunscreen after having to return the Cotz Face tinted sunscreen because it was a little too dark for my ivory complexion. It goes on very smooth and blends well. It mattifies my complexion instead of leaving it shiny like most other sunscreens I've tried tend to do. It also has a primer-like effect: makeup goes on more smoothly and pores are diminished. Though it blends well, it gives my skin a slightly lighter look because of the zinc oxide and/or titanium dioxide. Wearing foundation over it mutes that a bit, but I'd imagine it might be more obvious on skin tones darker than mine. The tinted version of this product is called 'Natural Skin Tone'. That sunscreen has the same consistency and primer effect as this one, but some tan color is added so it's a little like wearing a foundation or tinted primer. The manufacturer told me the two versions can be mixed together if someone finds one too light and the other too dark. I don't mind the lighter look because it's very subtle and since I like to apply sunscreen to my neck, I don't want to have to worry about color transferring to my clothing. As far as sun protection, this sunscreen works great and I love that it's chemical-free. When I wear regular chemical-based sunscreens, they end up sliding down my face, especially in warm weather and leaves my eyes red and burny. I never have that problem with Cotz sunscreens which is one of the reasons I buy this brand. It's unscented, doesn't break out my skin or irritate it even though I have sensitive skin. I'm happy to have found a sunscreen that has natural protection and makes my complexion look better at the same time.

I prefer this non tinted version to the tinted version. I have used both, but I want to see where the cream goes and the tinted version blends in so well I don't even know if I applied evenly. This white version is perfect. It also has an extra plus in its UVA rating (PA++++ vs PA+++), even though the percentage of active ingredients are the same. I probably don't use the required 1/4 teaspoon when applying it to my face, so it goes on perfectly sheer without obvious white cast. I am Asian with relatively pale skin. So far after a week of daily application my skin is very calm, without any signs of breaking out. I have tried so many sunscreens and all of them broke me out after a few applications. This sunscreen is my holy grail and the only downside is the high price for such a tiny tube.

I love this product. It goes on easily and doesn't leave a cast or shine. Makeup goes on over it nicely if you want to wear make up. Some days I just use this. I wish it came in SPF 50 , but 40 is really good too. I got my mom wearing it!

A little more than I typically spend on a sunscreen but I was looking for something that I could wear under my makeup or alone. This works for me and actually has more coverage than I expected while also lightweight. I was pleasantly surprised that the matte really does help to control shine throughout the day for me.

I have literally tried every “mattifying” spf on the market and they all leave me immediately shiny. Except this. This is my new summertime holy grail spf for my oily skin in hot and humid weather. (In winter, I need a little more moisture so I use neutrogena hydro boost water gel with spf 25). Yes, this cotz leaves a subtle white cast, but I put it on under my foundation so that’s irrelevant. For someone with darker skin it probably would be more noticeable. I will never not have this again. LOVE