STREAM 2 SEASPF 45 Every Day Active Mineral Sunscreen | 2.5 Fl Oz Biodegradable & Reef Safe Sunscreen for Face & Body | Non-Greasy, Lightweight & Sheer Mineral Protection Against UVA & UVB by Stream2Sea

I've likely gone through 30+ different facial sunscreens in the past year and half, including but not limited to: 5 of EltaMDs, Neutrogena, 3 of La Roche Posay, Cerave, Cetaphil, 3 of Blue Lizard, 3 of SuperGoop, Waxhead, Suntegrity, etc.) trying to find the most optimal one for my needs. Although I found an everyday chemical Korean one which is not staining but not waterproof, I still wanted one that I could use for physical/sweating activities as well, and something that could color blend my face nicely together as a man. And this Stream2Sea Tinted right here is the one.Pros:- EWG Verified, one of only a few tinted zinc sunscreens that is- Never pills (Out of 11 tinted zinc sunscreens, this is the only one with no piling for me. Take this with a grain of salt though, I've seen reviews say that before but I didn't have the same experience as them)- High Zinc Oxide % = Better UV-A Protection (my main concern is UVA Spectrum coverage)- Included anti-oxidants, having free radical protection is an often overlooked factor of sun protection that needs more attention as it damages skin- Price (at time of purchase): $~11/oz, very comfortable pricing (compared to EltaMD of $~21/oz)- Excellent tint tone, can blend with different skin colors- I don't believe this feels greasy- No skin irritation on me- Sunscreen does not "crack" when stretching skin like EltaMD does (stretching as in opening mouth to eat, yawning, etc.)Neutral/No Factor:- Moisturizing factor not noticed, as I apply a moisturizer 3-5 min beforehand- Higher UV protection in water was not applicable in my situation, have not gone swimming with this- This product comes out thick, but does not necessarily go on as thick- No added fragrance but!: smells like what you think zinc would smell like, I personally enjoy it. Either way, not noticeable after application- Needs more effort and slight increased time to spread and blend to skin, not substantial thoughCons:- Can stain clothing (all tinted mineral sunscreens will stain unfortunately, so don't wear this with white clothing please!)- Hard to remove, but this is common with waterproof sunscreens. Face wash does not do the trick, needs either more physical rubbing or a makeup remover like Garnier (works perfectly)- Too shiny, not enough to be concerning but definitely noticeableI am a Pilot, and while I can't wear this sunscreen with any uniform as it will stain it, it works phenomenally with my general aviation flying. On hot summer days in Arizona where the sun is blasting and the airplane cabin is toasty, this sunscreen does not fail me despite all the sweating on my face and neck. Further more, I have never noticed any sun burns with this. The color of the tint is fantastic for my skin, and I think for others as well. It does not make you look like an oompa loompa (*ahem Waxhead ahem*), nor is the tone too cold. A universal blend. Although the perfect sunscreen can never exist, as everyone has their own needs and desires, I believe I have found the closest thing to a "golden sunscreen", and because of that - I will continue to use this indefinitely (or until a better one is found).Pictures -1: Bottle2: Hand before application3: Hand after 5 seconds of rubbing in(please ignore my lack-of-tan where my would-be watch is, my actual hand in the picture is my typical showing skin color)-------------TLDR: After 11 tinted sunscreens, this is my favorite one. Strongly recommended to purchase to give it a try. Very fair pricing, great sweat protection, healthy ingredients, strong UVA protection, low risk of skin allergic reaction. Will recommend to family and friends!----Edit: March 2024 -Hi everyone, after some research I found another sunscreen which will replace this one for my daily use. It's a European one called UVMune 400 by La Roche-Posay. It has the best chemical protection of the last 380-400nm wavelength (longest UVA, most contributive to wrinkles). But!!! That one is only a special order through an international website. So, while my new replacement can't be ordered from any US websites or Amazon, I will still continue to recommend this tinted sunscreen as your go to for a USA-made sunscreen.As the European one is quite pricey to import, I don't want to use it as much as I want. Therefore, I will still use this tinted one on my face for any sports/beach activities. Plus Zinc Oxide isn't harmful or absorbed either!

Using only on face. Fantastic sunscreen both from a sunblock and tint perspective. Goes on thick but rubs in nicely. I have NEVER used a tinted zinc sunscreen, but decided to try it after countless white cast issues with every other mineral brand, including those marketed as "clear" zinc. The search is over. This one will be my first, and now last tinted mineral find.I mean, there is ZERO white cast left on the skin with this product.The downside? For removal, it's basically a must requirement to use a micellar water based makeup remover product, such as wipes or the Garnier micellar water with cotton pads. Comes right off but won't with water and soap. At least for me. But it is an extra expense.

EVERYDAY ACTIVE MINERAL SUNSCREEN was highly lauded by the EWG group. I would say that after a a dozen uses that I am very pleased with its protection. This is the primary purpose of sunscreen. However, from a comfort level, the cream, which probably has zinc in it is thick. It’s not that hard to apply on face, but easier if you apply a little moisturizer on first.. The effect is a very white sheen. Personally, I don’t care because I cover the sunscreen with a little tinted foundation or sometimes a tinted face powder. I wouldn’t use this as all over body sunscreen. Too thick for that, but as a face sunscreen it is very good.

After what felt like an endless search for the perfect clean, everyday mineral sunscreen, I’ve finally found the one! The SPF 45 Every Day Active Mineral Sunscreen by Stream2Sea checks all the boxes: EWG-verified, reef-safe, non-greasy, and truly sheer.It glides on beautifully over a layer of hyaluronic acid serum—no white cast, no pilling, and it leaves a smooth, matte finish that feels weightless. The aloe in the formula is super soothing and has noticeably evened out my skin tone. Pores? Practically invisible.No irritation, no breakouts—just reliable daily protection at a great price. This has earned a permanent place in my skincare routine.

So, I was planing on returning this product because the first time I used it, it felt sticky on my face after a bit. I decided to give it another chance......and I was taken aback by the way it felt when I used it. I even went to the gym and sweat a lot. My face still felt nice.

So far I’m thrilled! I’ve used it several times, and the lotion — when rubbed in properly and allowed a few minutes to absorb — is really transparent after application. It does not leave my skin feeling sticky, coated, or dried out as all other high-SPF water-resistant mineral suntan lotions have for my skin in the past. Definitely recommend!

Small tube for the price…..

I order this for my daughter and keep ordering it. She's always concerned with ingredients that may be unsafe and has done her research on this product. She has me order 2 at a time!