17 Best Tinted Sunscreens With No White Cast That Double as Makeup

Boasting buildable coverage, this lightweight tinted serum is deeply hydrating, courtesy of hyaluronic acid, and Kakadu plum extract helps brighten dull skin. “I apply this Versed tinted sunscreen to save time in my busy morning routine: It serves as both my SPF and my foundation, since it has enough coverage to even out redness and spots,” says GH Beauty & Style Director April Franzino. “The formula comes in a range of 14 shades, from fair to very deep, and I was able to find one that matches my skin tone perfectly." (Bonus: It also gives skin a subtle, healthy glow.) However, some reviewers found the formula too heavy, veering more toward a foundation than a skin tint.

“This mineral sunscreen was created by dermatologist David Kim, M.D., and wow, did he nail the zinc formula: It has a sheer tint that leaves zero white cast,” Franzino says. “Plus, it feels so silky and soaks right into skin, leaving the most flattering dewy glow behind.” The formula is infused with the brand’s proprietary Triplesome Repair Complex-3 to help restore, protect, and soothe skin, as well as green tea extract for antioxidants and Centella asiatica to calm. Note that some reviewers found the finish too dewy.

Despite a high mineral SPF, this formula blended well with no white cast when Wnek tested it. She likes the mattifying mousse-like texture for oilier skin types. "Of the water-resistant tinted face sunscreens, I liked this one especially for those with oily skin," she says. "It feels light and matte throughout the day." Take note that this option won't give you a ton of coverage, as it's very sheer and feels more like a regular sunscreen than a tinted one.

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If you're willing to splurge on sunscreen, this is the one to try. Featuring skincare ingredients like hyaluronic acid and niacinamide, this SPF simultaneously protects your skin from the sun while keeping it moisturized and nourished. The formula is more watery than others we've tried, so it feels like nothing on your skin. And the peachy tint blends seamlessly, leaving no white cast behind. Our former beauty assistant loves the dewy glow it leaves on her dry, acne-prone skin. "It layers amazingly under makeup or stands on its own," she says. However, coverage is very sheer, so don't expect this one to replace foundation.

EltaMD is widely loved by experts, derms, editors, and consumers alike. This tinted SPF from the brand applies smoothly to the skin. "It feels nice, hydrating, and so smooth on skin," Wnek says. "I thought it was a bit heavier than the UV Clear version, so it may be better for normal to dry skin. It's almost like a lotion in texture."

Expect light color coverage and a natural finish with this sunscreen. Note that this is likely best suited for medium to dark skin tones that pull warm, as it is too dark and orange on lighter or cooler skin tones.

Some tinted sunscreens don't offer much coverage, but this one does. Franzino calls it her "overall favorite tinted SPF" and loves that it is a medium coverage option. "It matches my skin tone perfectly, provides great coverage, and evens skin tone beautifully, so much so that I can skip tinted moisturizer or foundation afterward," she raves.

Offered in multiple shades (including options for dark skin tones), it also spreads well and feels soft on skin, she reports, adding that "you can hardly believe it's a high-level mineral sunscreen." If you prefer a sheer sunscreen, this isn't the one for you.

Formulated with ceramides and niacinamide, CeraVe's well-priced, creamy, and lightweight tinted sunscreen is great for soothing and protecting the skin simultaneously. "I love that it functions as a moisturizer, SPF, and foundation, cutting down on the time it takes me to get ready," a former GH staffer says. She appreciates that it provides smooth, even coverage with zero white cast, and notes that "it doesn't make my acne-prone skin break out and makes my skin glow," though some online reviewers find it makes their skin look more greasy than glowy.

What's the secret to a product being good for mature skin? It shouldn't emphasize texture, fine lines, or wrinkles. A plethora of online reviewers with mature skin rave about this sunscreen, sharing that it smooths their skin and evens their skin tone, and many have used it for years.

GH's contributing beauty editor also loves this product; she shares that it's a "super light fluid that goes on seamlessly and feels so nice on the skin. It's a physical sunscreen, but you would never know by how sheer (and not chalky) it is." However, some online reviewers think the fluid is a little too thin and watery for their liking.

Widely loved on TikTok, Supergoop's Glowscreen is often used under makeup or on its own to give skin a sun-kissed look. It's rare to find a tinted sunscreen with chemical actives (rather than minerals, which are more common in tinted options). Some online reviewers complain that it pills under makeup, though GH's former beauty assistant has never experienced that.

"As someone who has never worn foundation, or been especially good at applying makeup, I love this product for an everyday summery glow. It applies easy, and looks like I'm wearing a highlighter without the added step," says Good Housekeeping's Commerce Director, Brie Schwartz.

Though most tinted sunscreens are for the face, this option from Colorescience is for the body instead (so it's offered in a bigger bottle than others). In her evaluation, Wnek found that it "feels moisturizing but takes a while to rub in; there is some resistance to it," she shares, though this is common with mineral sunscreens. She liked the pink undertone of this SPF as it "worked as a brightening pigment," she explains.

AAPI-owned brand Tower 28 caters to sensitive skin types, and this tinted sunscreen is no different. It has the National Eczema Association's Seal of Acceptance, and a former GH staffer loves it for her dry, sensitive skin. Upon application, you'll find it gives a natural-looking, glowy finish, and she likes that it still lets freckles show through. Plus, it's available in 17 shades, more than any other tinted sunscreen we've seen. However, our tester noted that "it takes a while to dry down and may be too hydrating for oilier skin types."

Sunscreen in a serum form is ideal for the face. This mineral SPF from Bloomeffects has a creamy texture and includes skincare ingredients like niacinamide and allantoin. These help make the formula "soothing and softening on my dry skin," says Franzino. She also likes that the sheer tint gives a bit of a glow and balances skin tone as well. Note that it's on the pricier side and the formula may be too rich for those with oily or combination skin.