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Product Overview

Trader Joe’s Daily Facial Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40 combines mineral-based facial sun protection with a smooth texture that doubles as a lightweight makeup primer. Formulated with 20.4% non-nano zinc oxide, it offers a weightless, soft-matte finish and is designed to appear nearly invisible once applied to the face.

SPF 4020.4% Zinc OxideNearly Invisible Finish

Key Features

  • Mineral formula: SPF 40 sunscreen with 20.4% non-nano zinc oxide.
  • Nearly invisible appearance: Designed to blend into the face without a pronounced white cast.
  • Primer-friendly texture: Smooth and lightweight for use beneath makeup.
  • Weightless finish: Soft-matte feel for everyday facial wear.
  • Formula features: Fragrance-free, oil-free, oxybenzone-free, alcohol-free, and paraben-free.
  • Cruelty-free formula.

Make sun care part of getting ready. The smooth texture fits into your facial-care routine and can serve as a lightweight primer before makeup, with a nearly invisible, soft-matte finish.

Product Specifications

Product Type Mineral facial sunscreen and lightweight primer
SPF 40
Active Ingredient Zinc oxide 20.4% (non-nano)
Size 1.7 fl oz tube
Finish Weightless, soft matte; nearly invisible appearance
Formula Features Fragrance-free, oil-free, oxybenzone-free, alcohol-free, paraben-free, cruelty-free

Active Ingredient

Zinc oxide: 20.4%

This mineral formula uses non-nano zinc oxide as its active sunscreen ingredient.

Refer to the tube’s Drug Facts panel for complete active and inactive ingredient information, uses, directions, and warnings.

How to Use

  1. Shake well before use.
  2. Apply liberally to clean, dry skin about 15 minutes before sun exposure.
  3. Reapply every two hours.
  4. Reapply after 40 minutes of swimming or sweating.

These application tips do not replace the complete label directions. Read and follow the Drug Facts panel on your current tube.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the active sunscreen ingredient?

The formula contains 20.4% non-nano zinc oxide.

Does it leave a white cast?

The formula is designed to appear nearly invisible once applied to the face. The visible finish can vary with application and skin tone.

Can it be used under makeup?

Yes. Its smooth texture doubles as a lightweight makeup primer with a soft-matte finish. Apply according to the sunscreen label directions.

Is it oxybenzone-free?

Yes. It is also described as fragrance-free, oil-free, alcohol-free, and paraben-free.

How often should it be reapplied?

The supplied directions specify every two hours or after 40 minutes of swimming or sweating. Follow the complete directions on your current tube.

Important Product Information

Read the complete Drug Facts panel before use, including all warnings and application instructions. Refer to the packaging for the full ingredient list. This description is not a substitute for the product label.

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