Looking for a mineral sunscreen that doesn’t have a heavy or greasy feel—or a dreaded white cast? Cult-favorite beauty brand Summer Fridays just released an updated version of their best-selling sunscreen ahead of beach season, the ShadeDrops Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Mineral Milk Sunscreen, and it’s already top-rated among shoppers. In fact, reviewers rave that the formula is so hydrating and lightweight that it “feels more like skincare than SPF.”
While many mineral sunscreens have a thick feel and a chalky finish, this popular face sunscreen solves that common complaint: It boasts a lightweight, hydrating texture that quickly melts into the skin. Best of all, it doesn’t leave behind a white cast or any heavy or greasy feeling—making it good for daily use on all skin types, but especially great for those with dry, mature skin, as well as sensitive skin.
In addition to shielding skin from UVA and UVB rays with SPF 50—helping to protect against sunburn and skin cancer—this sunscreen also delivers skincare benefits with its soothing, nourishing ingredients. The new formula is packed with ceramides and glycerin, which deeply hydrate skin to leave it feeling soft and smooth, as well as a powerful blend of antioxidants. Vitamin E helps to hydrate and soften skin, while vitamin C works to brighten and even skin tone. Additionally, ectoin, an amino acid derivative, helps protect skin from UV radiation, dryness, and other environmental stressors.
Unsurprisingly, shoppers who usually dislike mineral sunscreens share that this SPF proved to be an exception. “I’m really picky with sunscreen because most SPF products either feel greasy on my skin or pill under makeup, but this one surprised me in the best way,” one customer wrote. “The texture is super lightweight and milky, almost like a hydrating serum, and it blends in so easily without leaving a heavy or sticky feeling. It gives my skin a really natural healthy glow without looking oily, and my makeup sits beautifully on top of it…A lot of mineral sunscreens usually leave a white cast, but this one looks seamless on my skin. My skin feels hydrated throughout the day and never tight or dry.”
Another reviewer raves that the sunscreen has become a “staple” in their routine. “I’m honestly obsessed with this sunscreen so much, the texture is everything—it’s a lightweight, milky serum that melts into the skin so effortlessly and feels more like skincare than SPF, which I love, and it also blends beautifully with zero white cast, leaving my skin looking naturally glowy and healthy!” they said. “It’s also super gentle, which makes it perfect even for sensitive skin days.”
If you’re ready to try a lightweight, hydrating sunscreen that won’t irritate your skin, the Summer Fridays ShadeDrops Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Mineral Milk Sunscreen is available now at the brand’s website. And check out Summer Fridays’ other best-sellers to complete your summer glow—including their viral Lip Butter Balm (psst: you can even grab the lip balm together with the sunscreen for a discounted “Endless Summer Duo” bundle!).
Summer Fridays Lip Butter Balm
Summer Fridays Jet Lag Mask + Moisturizer
Summer Fridays Endless Summer Duo
Hannah Jeon is an Associate Commerce Editor at Prevention, where she covers expert-driven commerce content for all things health, beauty, and wellness. Previously the Editorial Assistant at Good Housekeeping, she earned her bachelor’s degree in creative writing and psychology from Johns Hopkins University. When she’s not on the hunt for all the best products online, you can often find her trying out new food spots in New York City or clicking away behind a camera.
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