When an SPF sells out in seconds, you know we’re living through a sun-care renaissance. In a win for healthy, younger-looking skin everywhere, beauty brands are infusing their products with broad-spectrum sun protection more than ever. Even better, the heavy, white cast–leaving formulas of the past have been replaced with ones that make skin look better while you wear it. Case in point: Tatcha’s The Silk Sunscreen SPF 50 ($64), a weightless, sheer SPF so popular that it sold out in seconds during its recent re-launch.
Good news: it’s back. But if history is any indication, it won’t be long before it sells out again, so here’s what you need to know. The Silk Sunscreen is a mineral formula that completely upends the chalky white reputation you may associate with mineral sunscreens. Its texture is light and liquid-y, with a subtle, universally flattering tint that melts into skin for a radiant glow. Its formula is formidable in protecting against photoaging, neutralizing environmental stressors and visibly evening tone. And the recently updated packaging is sleek and leak-proof, so you can be worry-free when you’re on the go, and is an improvement in ease of use, so you get to use every last drop.
Where The Silk Sunscreen really shines are its ingredients. First, the titular silk. Silk extract is rich in amino acids and proteins that, per the brand, provides a smoothing “veil” over the face for a “second skin” luster. Hyaluronic acid locks in moisture, leaving skin plump and hydrated. Niacinamide is a hero for firming, evening tone and shrinking the look of pores. Finally, KLEAIR Zinc Oxide provides UVA/UVB protection and is proven to be over two times more effective at free radical protection than regular zinc oxide, according to the brand.
In a clinical study, 100 percent of participants said their skin was softer and more supple after one use. 92 percent said their skin tone was more even and redness was reduced. 95 percent reported improved skin texture and 90 percent noted increased radiance.
To get this beauty editor, celeb (Meghan Markle and Brenda Song are fans), and consumer favorite SPF, act fast before it sells out again. Tatcha’s The Silk Sunscreen SPF 50 is available on Tatcha.com and Sephora.
