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• #ZINC OXIDE SUNSCREEN NO WHITE CAST SKIN#

It's important to apply enough sunscreen to your skin for adequate protection, and with spray-on sunscreens, it can be difficult to ensure that you're applying enough product.Īdditionally, spray-on sunscreens can be more easily affected by wind or movement, which can result in uneven coverage and missed spots. However, sunscreen sprays can be less reliable than sunscreen creams if not applied correctly. Spray on Sunscreenįinally, some people recommend a spray-on sunscreen, to avoid any white cast. To ensure that you are getting the best protection from your sunscreen, it is recommended that you apply it alone and as directed on clean skin, and avoid mixing it with other products. Additionally, mixing sunscreen with other products can alter its texture and consistency, which can make it difficult to apply evenly and can result in missed spots.

Sunscreen is formulated to provide a specific level of protection, and diluting it with other products can affect its effectiveness. Some people advise mixing the sunscreen formula with foundation or makeup to avoid the white cast. They're both made with natural and organic ingredients, they use natural oils to moisturize the skin, and are specifically designed to provide broad-spectrum protection without leaving a white cast. Soléo's organic face sunscreen or everyday sunscreen are excellent options. The last thing to do is to look for one that's specifically made to avoid leaving a white cast on the skin. Choose a Sunscreen That's Made Not to Leave a White Cast This heats up the oils in your hands and makes them smoother and easier to rub over yourself. Sometimes sunscreens can be heavier and have a higher oil content.įor these sunscreens, it is often a good idea to rub it around in your hand first before applying. This allows the product to fully absorb and reduces any white cast. To avoid a white cast, make sure you wait an adequate amount of time after applying the sunscreen before putting on makeup or going out in the sun. Mineral sunscreens can take a few minutes to absorb fully into the skin. Zinc oxide sunscreens are more likely to avoid a white cast on the skin compared to titanium dioxide, which reflects more visible light and can be more visible on the skin. If you can't find a sunscreen that's specifically made to avoid a white cast, choose a sunscreen that uses zinc oxide instead of titanium dioxide. To get the perfect balance, apply the sunscreen in dots and dabs to form layers, instead of smearing it.īy applying a little at a time, in dots and dabs, you apply it much more evenly, avoid streaks and will find it much easier to apply the correct amount while avoiding a white cast. However, using too much sunscreen can also lead to a white cast. Using too little sunscreen can increase the risk of sunburn and other sun-related skin issues (Applying half of the recommended amount of SPF 50 results in SPF 7 protection, learn about spf values). Some people suggest using a makeup brush, puff or sponge to apply the sunscreen. This helps to ensure even coverage and avoid the white cast. Instead, pat the sunscreen onto your skin gently.

However rubbing can actually cause uneven application, and frequently causes streaks and a noticeable white cast. The instinct can be to get the correct amount and rub it until it disappears. This can vary per product, but if you're struggling to avoid the white cast, then try patting the sunscreen into the skin instead of rubbing it in. Try Patting the Sunscreen Instead of Rubbing It In Top tip, try a moisturizing sunscreen! 2. So moisturizing before applying the sunscreen helps it glide on smoothly and helps avoid a white cast. Some sunscreens that are not made to moisturise can be more difficult to apply smoothly. Moisturizing before applying sunscreen is especially important for those with a higher melanin content in their skin (darker skin). If you're struggling with this issue, here are some tips to help ensure your mineral sunscreen goes on smoothly and doesn't leave a noticeable white cast. Fortunately, we formulated Soléo Organics to avoid these issues, but if you use a different sunscreen we've got some tips for you! 7 Hacks to Avoid a White Cast From Sunscreen

The white cast tends to come from particles of these minerals that either, clumped up (streaks) or from particles that haven't been absorbed fully into the skin for a variety of reasons. Mineral sunscreens use minerals like zinc oxide and titanium dioxide to diffuse the sun's rays, instead of converting them to heat like chemical sunscreens. Watch our video for a summary or read below for an in-depth explanation. However, one of the most common issues with mineral sunscreens is that they can leave a white cast on the skin. Mineral sunscreens are an excellent way to protect your skin from the sun's harmful rays.