CoTZFace Prime & Protect Non-Tinted Mineral Sunscreen and Facial Primer Broad Spectrum SPF 40; PA++++ 1.5 oz / 42.5 g.

Finally I found an spf that doesn't burn and irritated my skin. I have many chemical allergies and was using the banana boat sensitive sunscreen but it burnt my skin and left me with rashes. This hasn't irritated or burned my skin but it does leave a slight white cast/ can become gritty on skin. Which is normal with physical sunscreens.

I’m a Male (with oily skin) living in Los Angeles -which has become a desert climate since 2020- and it works a-okay’

I prefer this non tinted version to the tinted version. I have used both, but I want to see where the cream goes and the tinted version blends in so well I don't even know if I applied evenly. This white version is perfect. It also has an extra plus in its UVA rating (PA++++ vs PA+++), even though the percentage of active ingredients are the same. I probably don't use the required 1/4 teaspoon when applying it to my face, so it goes on perfectly sheer without obvious white cast. I am Asian with relatively pale skin.So far after a week of daily application my skin is very calm, without any signs of breaking out. I have tried so many sunscreens and all of them broke me out after a few applications. This sunscreen is my holy grail and the only downside is the high price for such a tiny tube.

I have fungal acne and very sensitive skin and while I was happy this didn’t make me breakout and worked, it leaves a white cast. I tried rubbing it in right after using my moisturizer and blended it as much as I could but still leaves a little white tint. For lighter tones this won’t matter but if you have dark skin like me then you do notice your skin appears less clear because of the cast

I like it because it goes on smooth and silky and protects against the sun.

I bought this sunscreen after having to return the Cotz Face tinted sunscreen because it was a little too dark for my ivory complexion. It goes on very smooth and blends well. It mattifies my complexion instead of leaving it shiny like most other sunscreens I've tried tend to do. It also has a primer-like effect: makeup goes on more smoothly and pores are diminished. Though it blends well, it gives my skin a slightly lighter look because of the zinc oxide and/or titanium dioxide. Wearing foundation over it mutes that a bit, but I'd imagine it might be more obvious on skin tones darker than mine. The tinted version of this product is called 'Natural Skin Tone'. That sunscreen has the same consistency and primer effect as this one, but some tan color is added so it's a little like wearing a foundation or tinted primer. The manufacturer told me the two versions can be mixed together if someone finds one too light and the other too dark. I don't mind the lighter look because it's very subtle and since I like to apply sunscreen to my neck, I don't want to have to worry about color transferring to my clothing. As far as sun protection, this sunscreen works great and I love that it's chemical-free. When I wear regular chemical-based sunscreens, they end up sliding down my face, especially in warm weather and leaves my eyes red and burny. I never have that problem with Cotz sunscreens which is one of the reasons I buy this brand. It's unscented, doesn't break out my skin or irritate it even though I have sensitive skin. I'm happy to have found a sunscreen that has natural protection and makes my complexion look better at the same time.

Why is the tinted primer sunscreen no longer available? The non-tinted one does not disappear completely and even after foundation is applied, some ashiness shows through.

Goes on smoothly, easy to blend, suitable to replace foundation. I have used it for years and like it quite well.