Colorescience Sunforgettable Total Protection Face Shield Matte SPF 50
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Colorescience Sunforgettable Total Protection Face Shield Matte SPF 50 is a lightweight mineral sunscreen built for skin that tends toward shine, enlarged pores, and breakouts. Powered by 12% zinc oxide and Colorescience's proprietary EnviroScreen® technology, it delivers broad-spectrum UVA/UVB defense along with protection from blue light, infrared radiation, and airborne pollution. Iron oxides provide a sheer, universal tint that blends easily into most skin tones while leaving a true matte finish.
Key Benefits
Oil-Free, Shine-Free Wear Dimethicone crosspolymers and silica-based microspheres absorb excess oil throughout the day, keeping the skin matte without a chalky or heavy feel.
Pore-Blurring Smoothness Polymethylsilsesquioxane and silica crosspolymer create a soft-focus effect that visually minimizes the appearance of pores on contact.
Full-Spectrum Environmental Defense EnviroScreen® technology combines 12% zinc oxide with iron oxides and potent antioxidants like niacinamide, bisabolol, and sunflower sprout extract to shield skin from UVA/UVB rays, high-energy visible (blue) light, pollution, and infrared radiation.
Calming, Barrier-Supportive Ingredients Niacinamide, allantoin, and tremella fuciformis (silver ear mushroom) extract help soothe irritation, support the moisture barrier, and maintain hydration beneath the matte finish.
Water and Sweat Resistant Formulated to hold up for 40 minutes of water or sweat exposure, making it a reliable choice for active days or humid climates.
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If your skin is oily, combination, or prone to breakouts, this is the mineral SPF that won't add shine or clog pores. It's specifically designed to mattify, blur, and protect without the greasy residue many sunscreens leave behind.
It's also a strong fit if you spend extended hours in front of screens or in urban environments and want protection that goes beyond UV, covering blue light, pollution, and infrared exposure. The sheer tint works well on medium to deep skin tones and eliminates the white cast common with zinc oxide formulas.
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If you have combination skin that's only oily through the T-zone, apply this matte formula just to the forehead, nose, and chin, then use a non-mattifying mineral SPF on the drier areas of your cheeks. This keeps everything protected without over-drying the areas that don't need oil control.
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Prepare: Shake well before each use. Apply as the final step in your morning skincare routine, after cleansing, toning, and moisturizing.
Apply: Dispense a nickel-sized amount and smooth evenly over the face and neck, blending into the skin until the tint disappears.
Frequency: Reapply every 2 hours during sun exposure, or immediately after swimming, sweating, or towel drying.
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Key Ingredients
- Zinc Oxide: A natural mineral that provides physical sun protection against UVA and UVB rays, while absorbing oils and offering additional skin-soothing properties.
- Iron Oxides: Micronized pigments that are commonly used as cosmetic colorants, while also protecting the skin from blue (HEV) light damage and photoaging.
- Infraguard: A proprietary ingredient blend combining the powerful antioxidant tara tannins with organic sunflower sprouts to protect the skin against the aging effects of infrared radiation.
- Lipochroman®: An advanced triple antioxidant that provides superior protection from all three types of free radicals to offer the ultimate support against the signs of aging.
- Bisabolol: Skin-soothing agent with anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties.
- Snow/Silver Ear Mushroom Extract (Tremella Fuciformis): This super hydrator holds up to 500 times its weight in water and penetrates even more effectively than hyaluronic acid. Provides powerful plant-based hydration with antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties.
- Niacinamide: A multitasking form of vitamin B3 that helps balance oil, strengthen the skin barrier, and improve uneven tone and texture while calming redness for healthier looking skin.
- Vitamin E (Tocopherol): Soothes, brightens, and helps reverse and protect against environmental damage.
- Silicone Powder: Absorbs excess sebum to leave skin with a mattified finish.
Active Ingredient: Zinc Oxide 12%
Inactive Ingredients: Water, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Lauryl PEG-8 Dimethicone, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Polymethylsilsesquoixane/Silica Crosspolymer, Dimethicone, Propanediol, Niacinamide, Tridecyl Salicylate, Trilaureth-4 Phosphate, Dimethiconol/Propylsilsesquioxane/Silicate Crosspolymer, Lauryl PEG-10 Tris(trimethylsiloxy)silylethyl Dimethicone, Maltodextrin, Sodium Chloride, Bisabolol (Levomenol), Polysilicone-11, Disodium Lauriminodipropionate Tocopheryl Phosphate, Butylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Allantoin, Tremella Fuciformis Sporocarp (Silver Ear Mushroom) Extract, Silica, Isoceteth-10, Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Dimethylmethoxy Chromanol, Caesalpinia Spinosa (Tara) Fruit Pod Extract, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Decyl Glucoside, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Sprout Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate, Benzoic Acid, Dehydroacetic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Iron Oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499). -
What type of sunscreen is Colorescience Sunforgettable Total Protection Face Shield Matte SPF 50?
It is a 100% mineral (physical) sunscreen with 12% zinc oxide as the sole active ingredient. Mineral sunscreens sit on the surface of the skin and reflect UV rays rather than absorbing them, which tends to be better tolerated by sensitive and breakout-prone skin.
Will Colorescience Sunforgettable Total Protection Face Shield Matte SPF 50 leave a white cast?
The iron oxide tint is designed to blend sheer and minimize the white cast that pure zinc oxide can leave behind. It works especially well on medium to deep skin tones, though it adapts to a range of complexions because the coverage is sheer rather than opaque.
What does EnviroScreen® technology do in Colorescience Sunforgettable Total Protection Face Shield Matte SPF 50?
EnviroScreen® is Colorescience's proprietary blend that extends protection beyond standard UV coverage. It combines zinc oxide, iron oxides, and antioxidants to defend against UVA/UVB rays, high-energy visible (blue) light, infrared radiation, and environmental pollution.
Is Colorescience Sunforgettable Total Protection Face Shield Matte SPF 50 good for acne-prone skin?
Yes. The formula is specifically designed for oily and blemish-prone skin. It absorbs excess oil, contains niacinamide to help calm inflammation and support the skin barrier, and uses silica-based polymers to mattify without clogging pores.
Does Colorescience Sunforgettable Total Protection Face Shield Matte SPF 50 protect against blue light?
It does. The EnviroScreen® technology in this formula provides defense against high-energy visible (blue) light emitted by screens and indoor lighting, in addition to UVA, UVB, infrared, and pollution. Iron oxides in the tint also contribute to blue light protection.
Can I wear makeup over Colorescience Sunforgettable Total Protection Face Shield Matte SPF 50?
Absolutely. The matte finish creates a smooth, oil-free base that works well under foundation or powder. Allow it to set for about a minute before applying any additional products so the mattifying layer can fully settle.
How is Colorescience Sunforgettable Total Protection Face Shield Matte SPF 50 different from the Classic version?
The Matte version is formulated with oil-absorbing silica crosspolymers and a dimethicone crosspolymer network that controls shine and blurs pores, making it ideal for oily or combination skin. The Classic version offers the same broad-spectrum and environmental protection but with a more dewy, hydrating finish suited to normal or dry skin.
Why buy Colorescience Sunforgettable Total Protection Face Shield Matte SPF 50 from Art of Skin Care?
Art of Skin Care is an authorized retailer of Colorescience, so every product you receive is 100% authentic, sourced directly through official brand channels and never from third-party resellers. Our team is made up of licensed, acne-certified estheticians who hand-select the products we carry based on real skin science and professional results. We don't just sell skincare; we understand it. Not sure if Colorescience Sunforgettable Total Protection Face Shield Matte SPF 50 is right for your skin? Get a free skincare consultation and one of our estheticians will personally guide you.
Colorescience Sunforgettable Total Protection Face Shield Matte SPF 50 is a lightweight mineral sunscreen built for skin that tends toward shine, enlarged pores, and breakouts. Powered by 12% zinc oxide and Colorescience's proprietary EnviroScreen® technology, it delivers broad-spectrum UVA/UVB defense along with protection from blue light, infrared radiation, and airborne pollution. Iron oxides provide a sheer, universal tint that blends easily into most skin tones while leaving a true matte finish.
Key Benefits
Oil-Free, Shine-Free Wear Dimethicone crosspolymers and silica-based microspheres absorb excess oil throughout the day, keeping the skin matte without a chalky or heavy feel.
Pore-Blurring Smoothness Polymethylsilsesquioxane and silica crosspolymer create a soft-focus effect that visually minimizes the appearance of pores on contact.
Full-Spectrum Environmental Defense EnviroScreen® technology combines 12% zinc oxide with iron oxides and potent antioxidants like niacinamide, bisabolol, and sunflower sprout extract to shield skin from UVA/UVB rays, high-energy visible (blue) light, pollution, and infrared radiation.
Calming, Barrier-Supportive Ingredients Niacinamide, allantoin, and tremella fuciformis (silver ear mushroom) extract help soothe irritation, support the moisture barrier, and maintain hydration beneath the matte finish.
Water and Sweat Resistant Formulated to hold up for 40 minutes of water or sweat exposure, making it a reliable choice for active days or humid climates.
If your skin is oily, combination, or prone to breakouts, this is the mineral SPF that won't add shine or clog pores. It's specifically designed to mattify, blur, and protect without the greasy residue many sunscreens leave behind.
It's also a strong fit if you spend extended hours in front of screens or in urban environments and want protection that goes beyond UV, covering blue light, pollution, and infrared exposure. The sheer tint works well on medium to deep skin tones and eliminates the white cast common with zinc oxide formulas.
If you have combination skin that's only oily through the T-zone, apply this matte formula just to the forehead, nose, and chin, then use a non-mattifying mineral SPF on the drier areas of your cheeks. This keeps everything protected without over-drying the areas that don't need oil control.
Prepare: Shake well before each use. Apply as the final step in your morning skincare routine, after cleansing, toning, and moisturizing.
Apply: Dispense a nickel-sized amount and smooth evenly over the face and neck, blending into the skin until the tint disappears.
Frequency: Reapply every 2 hours during sun exposure, or immediately after swimming, sweating, or towel drying.
- Zinc Oxide: A natural mineral that provides physical sun protection against UVA and UVB rays, while absorbing oils and offering additional skin-soothing properties.
- Iron Oxides: Micronized pigments that are commonly used as cosmetic colorants, while also protecting the skin from blue (HEV) light damage and photoaging.
- Infraguard: A proprietary ingredient blend combining the powerful antioxidant tara tannins with organic sunflower sprouts to protect the skin against the aging effects of infrared radiation.
- Lipochroman®: An advanced triple antioxidant that provides superior protection from all three types of free radicals to offer the ultimate support against the signs of aging.
- Bisabolol: Skin-soothing agent with anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties.
- Snow/Silver Ear Mushroom Extract (Tremella Fuciformis): This super hydrator holds up to 500 times its weight in water and penetrates even more effectively than hyaluronic acid. Provides powerful plant-based hydration with antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties.
- Niacinamide: A multitasking form of vitamin B3 that helps balance oil, strengthen the skin barrier, and improve uneven tone and texture while calming redness for healthier looking skin.
- Vitamin E (Tocopherol): Soothes, brightens, and helps reverse and protect against environmental damage.
- Silicone Powder: Absorbs excess sebum to leave skin with a mattified finish.
Active Ingredient: Zinc Oxide 12%
Inactive Ingredients: Water, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Lauryl PEG-8 Dimethicone, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Polymethylsilsesquoixane/Silica Crosspolymer, Dimethicone, Propanediol, Niacinamide, Tridecyl Salicylate, Trilaureth-4 Phosphate, Dimethiconol/Propylsilsesquioxane/Silicate Crosspolymer, Lauryl PEG-10 Tris(trimethylsiloxy)silylethyl Dimethicone, Maltodextrin, Sodium Chloride, Bisabolol (Levomenol), Polysilicone-11, Disodium Lauriminodipropionate Tocopheryl Phosphate, Butylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Allantoin, Tremella Fuciformis Sporocarp (Silver Ear Mushroom) Extract, Silica, Isoceteth-10, Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Dimethylmethoxy Chromanol, Caesalpinia Spinosa (Tara) Fruit Pod Extract, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Decyl Glucoside, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Sprout Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate, Benzoic Acid, Dehydroacetic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Iron Oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499).
What type of sunscreen is Colorescience Sunforgettable Total Protection Face Shield Matte SPF 50?
It is a 100% mineral (physical) sunscreen with 12% zinc oxide as the sole active ingredient. Mineral sunscreens sit on the surface of the skin and reflect UV rays rather than absorbing them, which tends to be better tolerated by sensitive and breakout-prone skin.
Will Colorescience Sunforgettable Total Protection Face Shield Matte SPF 50 leave a white cast?
The iron oxide tint is designed to blend sheer and minimize the white cast that pure zinc oxide can leave behind. It works especially well on medium to deep skin tones, though it adapts to a range of complexions because the coverage is sheer rather than opaque.
What does EnviroScreen® technology do in Colorescience Sunforgettable Total Protection Face Shield Matte SPF 50?
EnviroScreen® is Colorescience's proprietary blend that extends protection beyond standard UV coverage. It combines zinc oxide, iron oxides, and antioxidants to defend against UVA/UVB rays, high-energy visible (blue) light, infrared radiation, and environmental pollution.
Is Colorescience Sunforgettable Total Protection Face Shield Matte SPF 50 good for acne-prone skin?
Yes. The formula is specifically designed for oily and blemish-prone skin. It absorbs excess oil, contains niacinamide to help calm inflammation and support the skin barrier, and uses silica-based polymers to mattify without clogging pores.
Does Colorescience Sunforgettable Total Protection Face Shield Matte SPF 50 protect against blue light?
It does. The EnviroScreen® technology in this formula provides defense against high-energy visible (blue) light emitted by screens and indoor lighting, in addition to UVA, UVB, infrared, and pollution. Iron oxides in the tint also contribute to blue light protection.
Can I wear makeup over Colorescience Sunforgettable Total Protection Face Shield Matte SPF 50?
Absolutely. The matte finish creates a smooth, oil-free base that works well under foundation or powder. Allow it to set for about a minute before applying any additional products so the mattifying layer can fully settle.
How is Colorescience Sunforgettable Total Protection Face Shield Matte SPF 50 different from the Classic version?
The Matte version is formulated with oil-absorbing silica crosspolymers and a dimethicone crosspolymer network that controls shine and blurs pores, making it ideal for oily or combination skin. The Classic version offers the same broad-spectrum and environmental protection but with a more dewy, hydrating finish suited to normal or dry skin.
Why buy Colorescience Sunforgettable Total Protection Face Shield Matte SPF 50 from Art of Skin Care?
Art of Skin Care is an authorized retailer of Colorescience, so every product you receive is 100% authentic, sourced directly through official brand channels and never from third-party resellers. Our team is made up of licensed, acne-certified estheticians who hand-select the products we carry based on real skin science and professional results. We don't just sell skincare; we understand it. Not sure if Colorescience Sunforgettable Total Protection Face Shield Matte SPF 50 is right for your skin? Get a free skincare consultation and one of our estheticians will personally guide you.
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- MBMary B.Verified BuyerReviewingColorescience Sunforgettable Total Protection Face Shield Matte SPF 50How old are you? 50-65What is your skin type? OilyWhat is your skin tone? MediumRated 3 out of 5 stars9 months agoNot for me
Not for me. Not matte enough for my oily skin.
Was this helpful? - LLLisa L.Verified BuyerReviewingColorescience Sunforgettable Total Protection Face Shield Matte SPF 50I recommend this productHow old are you? 40-49What is your skin type? CombinationWhat is your skin tone? MediumWhat are your skin concerns? Blemish-proneRated 5 out of 5 stars1 year agoLove this
I love that it gives a little bit of a tint and a matte finish. It applies a little dry, but I try to apply it right after my moisturizer, so it goes on a little smoother and evenly. I absolutely love the matte finish it gives my skin, giving it a smoother appearance. No strange smells.. great product!
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