8 New Mineral Sunscreens That Actually Go on Clear

The case for mineral sunscreen is strong: broad-spectrum protection, skin-friendly ingredients and a formula that sits on the skin rather than absorbing into it. The tradeoff? That stubborn white cast that’s sent many of us running back to chemical SPF—until recently. Meet the latest crop of formulas that finally get it right.

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KORRES Mineral Milk Fluid Sunscreen SPF 50 ($34)

Boasting SPF 50 and a niacinamide-boosted formula, this peachy tint turns clear in seconds and dries down to a second-skin, matte finish that’s perfect for layering under makeup.

• BUY ON REVOLVE - $34
• BUY ON ULTA - $34

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Kiehl's Better Screen Miner-all UV Serum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 ($36)

Fans of the brand’s Better Screen UV Serum will love this mineral upgrade. Ideal for sensitive or redness-prone skin, this fragrance-free formula is made with soothing cica (centella) and bisabolol to keep skin calm and protected. Plus, it’s accepted by the National Eczema Association.

• BUY ON SEPHORA - $36
• BUY ON KIEHL'S - $34

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Goldfaden MD LumiShield Broad Spectrum SPF 50 ($48)

This peach-tinted SPF pulls double duty as a makeup primer, leaving behind a luminous, lit-from-within glow that wears beautifully on its own or under makeup.

• BUY NOW - $48

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Timebeam Sunbeam Daily Mineral Sunscreen ($38)

Infused with antioxidants and skin-strengthening actives such as astaxanthin, green tea and niacinamide, this pink-hued formula doubles as a skin-care treatment while shielding from the sun.

• BUY NOW - $38

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Tatcha The Milky Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50+ ($50)

Ectoin, vitamin E and Okinawa aloe make this milky, melts-right-in formula a great option for dry, sensitive skin that's picky about skin care.

• BUY ON SEPHORA - $50
• BUY ON ULTA - $50

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SkinCeuticals Future Mineral UV Defense SPF 50 ($60)

More than your average sunscreen, this formula treats skin with barrier-supporting panthenol and beta-glucan, moisture-locking cellulose and hydrating niacinamide—making it a great post-procedure or anytime option.

• BUY NOW - $60

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ILIA Sun Serum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 ($40)

Available in two flexible shades, this sunscreen-serum hybrid delivers eight-hour oil control and seven molecular weights of hyaluronic acid—enough for it to pull double duty as skin care.

• BUY NOW - $40

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Bubble Sun Rise Mineral Sunscreen Stick ($15)

Many mineral sticks go on patchy and chalky; this one, infused with squalane and aloe, melts right into the skin for quick, seamless protection on the go.

• BUY NOW - $15