Cotz Face SPF 40

I hate sunscreen. I hate how it feels, I hate applying it, I especially hate how it smells. Because of this I NEVER wear sunscreen unless it is on my body, smells like fruit, and i'm at the beach or the pool. I'm in my mid+ 40's and was just told that I have melasma on my forehead. To keep it from getting worse I decided to try this. It was a MUST that the product be unscented because if not i'd never use it. This is the most perfect facial sunscreen ever created. It has ZERO smell whatsoever. The texture of it is more whipped feeling. It smooths on so easily. I like that this has multiple purposes, it's spf obviously, it's a primer so makeup goes on over it so smoothly, and the tint to it is so amazing. It's not too dark and blends so beautifully. I honestly only need to wear a translucent powder over top of it. It doesn't cover imperfections but it does blur them a little bit which I like. Ulta used to sell this brand but no longer, so when I ran out of my old tube I came here to get it and will say the price seems high for the amount of product that you get but it is actually what the normal retail price is elsewhere and you need so much less than you think you need. One tube does last a really long time!

Let me start by saying, I usually don't write reviews unless I'm procrastinating, have strong feelings one way or another about a product, or when I remember that I rely on good reviews from real people to make purchase decisions (I always check amazon profiles of informative reviews to be sure it's not a one off bot / paid review). As a skin care professional, I happened upon this brand through the recommendation of a dermatologist specializing in contact dermatitis and after using this product for several months, I'm sold and have signed up for a renewing subscription through amazon (deliveries at set intervals). I'm preferential to physical blocking sunscreens because they're better for marine life, they work better, and I'm also sensitized to the components of many chemical sunscreens, but like most people dislike the thick white pastiness of some brands (which arguably contain a higher % of zinc oxide or titanium dioxide). This sunscreen has a matte finish, and subtle color that hides minor blemishes but also does not leave the sensation of a residue. It comes out of the tube chunky-ish but goes on smooth like a cream but sits on the skin with at a level of protection where I actually don't reapply all day (I do reapply if sweating or in water). I haven't gotten a tan with this on, and that's important in my field. I really think Cotz has done a great job and it's reasonably priced. It's a bit too expensive for me to justify using this for the entire body (I'll use a cheaper zinc oxide sunscreen for high sun outings) or a chemical blocker from the store (anything SPF 50+) for large body surface area, just for practicality. But day to day, the Cotz tinted sunscreens are the ones I prefer. I know there are a variety of Cotz products-- I've only tried the aqua-colored tubes of SPF 40 and SPF50 with tint.

I’ve tried countless sunscreens over the years, and this one is hands-down my favorite. Unlike so many others, it doesn’t run into my eyes or cause any irritation, even on hot or humid days. That alone is a huge win. What really makes this sunscreen stand out are the top-tier active ingredients: Titanium Dioxide and Zinc Oxide. These are the gold standard for physical (mineral) sun protection, offering broad-spectrum coverage without the harsh chemicals. I have very fair skin, and the tint in this formula blends in seamlessly — no white cast, no orange undertone, just natural-looking coverage that evens out my skin tone beautifully. It feels lightweight and non-greasy, and wears great under makeup too. I’ve already recommended it to two friends and they’re just as obsessed as I am. More people need to try this — it’s seriously that good

I received a tube as a PR package right as I started to notice my longtime facial sunscreen was creasing in my fine lines. I’ve had zero luck with tinted sunscreens in the past. One, I’m allergic to a bunch of sunscreens for no rhyme or reason according to my dermatologist and an allergist. So I’m limited on what I can use. Two, most tinted moisturizers have made my skin an oil slick. So I’d settled into an almost decade long relationship with Vichy Capital Soleil Anti-Aging Ultra Light Sunscreen Fluid SPF 50. I’ve lived with the white cast on my light olive skin. For the most part I could blend it in pretty well. But now that the fine lines are getting a little more pronounced as I’m in my late 40s, it just settles in them and creases more than I like throughout the day. So this Cotz showed up and I gave it a try. I love it. The color blended beautifully. No more white cast. And it left me feeling moisturized and matte. It almost has a cashmere like texture on the skin. It wears so well. I don’t spend a huge amount of time in the sun and I also don’t burn; I tan very easily. So I’ll assume the SPF protection is doing what it says it does. As for under makeup: I’ve been laying a gel blush and a setting powder over this and been really happy. I’m not a foundation person. I do like a tinted moisturizer or primer and this fills that roll really well. I’m now on my second tube which I bought myself and have since stockpiled an additional 2 tubes. So I plan to stick with this sunscreen as I move through my late 40s.

When I first saw this stuff come out of the tube I thought it looked like a weird color, but once I applied it, it blended so well that I was really impressed. It went on so easily and smoothly and had a silky feel that feels nice on my skin. I have tested it and it works really well for sun protection and I often find that other sunscreens don't protect as well as they should. This is the only full-spectrum, mineral-based sunscreen for my face that I have ever tried that doesn't leave me looking chalky white or greasy. I wear this everyday and it evens out my skin tone so that I don' t need makeup. The reason I'm only giving it 4 stars rather than 5 is because it can leave orange stains on clothing that don't wash out. If I know that I'm going to wear a hat, I don't put it on my forehead because it will stain the inside brim of my hat. If it weren't for the staining, it would be a 5 for sure.

Goes on smooth no white residue.

This is one out of the handful that I have ordered. I love this matte, tinted makeup primer. I use this in combination with the Erno Lazlo tinted skin treatment, and Kim Chic Puff Puff Powder. It’s light weight, I don’t need to use foundation. Just this combination alone covers my flaws and it tames my oily skin. My pores are getting smaller now that I’m taking a break from foundations. Also if I know I need a little bit extra coverage and will be out in the sun I take an extra step. I do my skin prep, follow up with Erno, than use La Roche Posay tinted mineral sunscreen. It’s very oily which I don’t like but then follow up with Cotz which locks it in and tames the oil. After cotz I use cream bronzer and the Kim Chic powder. Cotz is absolutely the best and is a must have in my skin care routine. My friends have noticed the difference and now I have them hooked on the product.

I swear by this stuff now. I have started wearing much less makeup but still wanted something to smooth out my skin and give me some sun protection. This has some color, which is great, but is not too heavy or thick. It's like a thick mouse, I'd say, and is really easy to spread on the face. I put bronzer and blush on top and it actually gives a pretty full coverage that way while also allowing my freckles to show through a bit. It's a bit pricey, but a little bit goes a long way.