Colorescience Total Protection No Show Mineral Body Shield SPF 50
Colorescience Total Protection No Show Mineral Body Shield SPF 50 is an ultra-sheer, all-mineral body sunscreen that delivers broad spectrum SPF 50 protection without the chalky white cast or heavy feel typical of zinc oxide formulas. Built around a patent-pending non-nano zinc oxide and Colorescience's proprietary EnviroScreen Technology, this untinted formula defends against UVA/UVB rays, blue light (tested to block 44.6% of HEV light), pollution, and infrared radiation while drying down to a silky, weightless finish that feels like bare skin.
Key Benefits:
Invisible Mineral Sun Protection: Patent-pending non-nano zinc oxide at 10% provides broad spectrum SPF 50 coverage that blends seamlessly into skin without leaving a white cast, even on deeper skin tones.
Multi-Threat Environmental Defense: EnviroScreen Technology shields skin from UVA/UVB, blue light, infrared radiation, and pollution, targeting the environmental triggers behind premature fine lines, dark spots, and loss of firmness.
Free Radical Neutralization: Dimethylmethoxy chromanol, tocopherol, and physalis angulata extract work together to prevent and neutralize free radical damage caused by sun and environmental exposure, helping protect skin from visible signs of aging.
Lightweight, Non-Greasy Hydration: Squalane, jojoba seed oil, and allantoin deliver emollient moisture that softens and smooths skin texture without any sticky or greasy residue, leaving a velvety, comfortable feel all day.
80-Minute Water Resistance: Formulated to hold up through sweat and water exposure for up to 80 minutes, making it reliable for outdoor workouts, pool days, and extended time in the sun.
If you've been avoiding mineral body sunscreen because of the white cast, heavy texture, or chalky finish, this formula changes the equation. It is designed for anyone who wants serious environmental protection from a 100% mineral active without compromising how their skin looks and feels.
Ideal for all skin tones, including deeper complexions that typically struggle with mineral sunscreen residue. The untinted, sheer formula also makes it a practical choice for the whole family.
If your skin is sensitive or reactive to chemical UV filters, fragrances, or dyes, this body shield is free of all three. It is also a smart pick for anyone spending extended time outdoors who needs water-resistant, reapply-friendly protection that layers comfortably under clothing.
Use the needle-nose nozzle to draw a line of sunscreen directly along each arm, leg, and across the chest before blending. This gives you a visual guide to make sure you are applying enough product for full SPF 50 coverage, since most people under-apply body sunscreen by nearly half.
Prepare: Shake well with the cap upright before each use. The lightweight texture can dispense quickly from the needle-nose nozzle, so start with a small squeeze.
Apply: Apply liberally and evenly to all exposed body areas at least 15 minutes before sun and environmental exposure.
Technique: For deeper skin tones, apply in thin layers, blending each one fully before adding the next until complete coverage is achieved.
Frequency: Reapply at least every two hours, or immediately after swimming, sweating, or towel drying. Avoid exposure to extreme heat and close the cap tightly after each use.
- Zinc Oxide: A natural mineral that provides physical sun protection against UVA and UVB rays, while absorbing oils and offering additional skin-soothing properties.
- Jojoba: An emollient plant oil that is most similar in structure to our own sebum. Provides antioxidant support and relieves skin irritation.
- Squalane: Keeps skin hydrated and balances oil production by mimicking the skin’s acid mantle while also reducing inflammation, soothing skin irritation, and improving elasticity.
- Allantoin: Calms mild inflammation irritation while moisturizing and promoting cell renewal.
Active Ingredient: Patented, non-nano zinc oxide 10%
Inactive Ingredients:
Water, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Propanediol, Coco-Caprylate, Tridecyl Salicylate, Simmondisa Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Squalane, Isopropyl Isostearate, Polyester-7, Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate, Glyceryl Stearate, Polyglyceryl-3 Ricinoleate, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Glyceryl Dibehenate, Sodium Chloride, Silica Silylate, Silica, Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Tribehenin, Phenylpropanol, Allantoin, Glyceryl Behenate, Lecithin, Bisabolol, Caprylyl Glycol, Mica, Tin Oxide, Physalis Angulata Extract, Dimethylmethoxy Chromanol, Tocopherol, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Iron Oxides (CI 77491
Does Colorescience Total Protection No Show Mineral Body Shield SPF 50 leave a white cast?
No. Unlike traditional zinc oxide sunscreens, this formula uses patent-pending non-nano zinc oxide engineered to blend sheerly into the skin. The untinted formula is designed to work across a wide range of skin tones without leaving a visible white residue, though those with deeper skin tones may benefit from applying in thin, layered passes.
What is EnviroScreen Technology in Colorescience Total Protection No Show Mineral Body Shield SPF 50?
EnviroScreen Technology is Colorescience's proprietary defense system that goes beyond standard UV protection. It provides comprehensive shielding from UVA/UVB rays, blue light (HEV), infrared radiation, and airborne pollution. This multi-layer approach targets the major environmental factors linked to premature skin aging, dark spots, and collagen breakdown.
Is Colorescience Total Protection No Show Mineral Body Shield SPF 50 water resistant?
Yes. It is rated water resistant for up to 80 minutes. This makes it suitable for swimming, outdoor exercise, and active days. As with all sunscreens, you should reapply immediately after toweling off or heavy sweating, and at minimum every two hours.
Can I use Colorescience Total Protection No Show Mineral Body Shield SPF 50 on my face?
This formula is specifically designed for the body. Colorescience offers dedicated facial sunscreens within their Total Protection line that are optimized for the thinner, more delicate skin on the face. If you need help finding the right facial SPF, our estheticians are happy to help through a free skincare consultation.
Does Colorescience Total Protection No Show Mineral Body Shield SPF 50 feel greasy or heavy?
Not at all. The formula contains lightweight emollients like squalane, jojoba seed oil, and caprylic/capric triglyceride that absorb quickly and dry down to a silky, velvety finish. It was specifically designed to avoid the greasy, sticky feel that keeps people from reapplying their sunscreen consistently.
Is Colorescience Total Protection No Show Mineral Body Shield SPF 50 free of chemical UV filters?
Yes. The only active sunscreen ingredient is non-nano zinc oxide at 10%, which is a physical mineral filter. The formula contains no chemical UV actives, no added fragrances, and no dyes. This makes it a strong option for sensitive or reactive skin types that do not tolerate chemical sunscreens.
How much Colorescience Total Protection No Show Mineral Body Shield SPF 50 should I apply?
For full-body coverage, you need approximately one ounce, which is roughly a shot glass worth of product. The precision needle-nose nozzle helps you dispense controlled amounts so you can distribute evenly across each area. Applying too little sunscreen significantly reduces the SPF protection you actually receive.
Why buy Colorescience Total Protection No Show Mineral Body Shield 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 Total Protection No Show Mineral Body Shield 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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Colorescience Total Protection No Show Mineral Body Shield SPF 50
Colorescience Total Protection No Show Mineral Body Shield SPF 50 is an ultra-sheer, all-mineral body sunscreen that delivers broad spectrum SPF 50 protection without the chalky white cast or heavy feel typical of zinc oxide formulas. Built around a patent-pending non-nano zinc oxide and Colorescience's proprietary EnviroScreen Technology, this untinted formula defends against UVA/UVB rays, blue light (tested to block 44.6% of HEV light), pollution, and infrared radiation while drying down to a silky, weightless finish that feels like bare skin.
Key Benefits:
Invisible Mineral Sun Protection: Patent-pending non-nano zinc oxide at 10% provides broad spectrum SPF 50 coverage that blends seamlessly into skin without leaving a white cast, even on deeper skin tones.
Multi-Threat Environmental Defense: EnviroScreen Technology shields skin from UVA/UVB, blue light, infrared radiation, and pollution, targeting the environmental triggers behind premature fine lines, dark spots, and loss of firmness.
Free Radical Neutralization: Dimethylmethoxy chromanol, tocopherol, and physalis angulata extract work together to prevent and neutralize free radical damage caused by sun and environmental exposure, helping protect skin from visible signs of aging.
Lightweight, Non-Greasy Hydration: Squalane, jojoba seed oil, and allantoin deliver emollient moisture that softens and smooths skin texture without any sticky or greasy residue, leaving a velvety, comfortable feel all day.
80-Minute Water Resistance: Formulated to hold up through sweat and water exposure for up to 80 minutes, making it reliable for outdoor workouts, pool days, and extended time in the sun.
If you've been avoiding mineral body sunscreen because of the white cast, heavy texture, or chalky finish, this formula changes the equation. It is designed for anyone who wants serious environmental protection from a 100% mineral active without compromising how their skin looks and feels.
Ideal for all skin tones, including deeper complexions that typically struggle with mineral sunscreen residue. The untinted, sheer formula also makes it a practical choice for the whole family.
If your skin is sensitive or reactive to chemical UV filters, fragrances, or dyes, this body shield is free of all three. It is also a smart pick for anyone spending extended time outdoors who needs water-resistant, reapply-friendly protection that layers comfortably under clothing.
Use the needle-nose nozzle to draw a line of sunscreen directly along each arm, leg, and across the chest before blending. This gives you a visual guide to make sure you are applying enough product for full SPF 50 coverage, since most people under-apply body sunscreen by nearly half.
Prepare: Shake well with the cap upright before each use. The lightweight texture can dispense quickly from the needle-nose nozzle, so start with a small squeeze.
Apply: Apply liberally and evenly to all exposed body areas at least 15 minutes before sun and environmental exposure.
Technique: For deeper skin tones, apply in thin layers, blending each one fully before adding the next until complete coverage is achieved.
Frequency: Reapply at least every two hours, or immediately after swimming, sweating, or towel drying. Avoid exposure to extreme heat and close the cap tightly after each use.
- Zinc Oxide: A natural mineral that provides physical sun protection against UVA and UVB rays, while absorbing oils and offering additional skin-soothing properties.
- Jojoba: An emollient plant oil that is most similar in structure to our own sebum. Provides antioxidant support and relieves skin irritation.
- Squalane: Keeps skin hydrated and balances oil production by mimicking the skin’s acid mantle while also reducing inflammation, soothing skin irritation, and improving elasticity.
- Allantoin: Calms mild inflammation irritation while moisturizing and promoting cell renewal.
Active Ingredient: Patented, non-nano zinc oxide 10%
Inactive Ingredients:
Water, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Propanediol, Coco-Caprylate, Tridecyl Salicylate, Simmondisa Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Squalane, Isopropyl Isostearate, Polyester-7, Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate, Glyceryl Stearate, Polyglyceryl-3 Ricinoleate, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Glyceryl Dibehenate, Sodium Chloride, Silica Silylate, Silica, Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Tribehenin, Phenylpropanol, Allantoin, Glyceryl Behenate, Lecithin, Bisabolol, Caprylyl Glycol, Mica, Tin Oxide, Physalis Angulata Extract, Dimethylmethoxy Chromanol, Tocopherol, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Iron Oxides (CI 77491
Does Colorescience Total Protection No Show Mineral Body Shield SPF 50 leave a white cast?
No. Unlike traditional zinc oxide sunscreens, this formula uses patent-pending non-nano zinc oxide engineered to blend sheerly into the skin. The untinted formula is designed to work across a wide range of skin tones without leaving a visible white residue, though those with deeper skin tones may benefit from applying in thin, layered passes.
What is EnviroScreen Technology in Colorescience Total Protection No Show Mineral Body Shield SPF 50?
EnviroScreen Technology is Colorescience's proprietary defense system that goes beyond standard UV protection. It provides comprehensive shielding from UVA/UVB rays, blue light (HEV), infrared radiation, and airborne pollution. This multi-layer approach targets the major environmental factors linked to premature skin aging, dark spots, and collagen breakdown.
Is Colorescience Total Protection No Show Mineral Body Shield SPF 50 water resistant?
Yes. It is rated water resistant for up to 80 minutes. This makes it suitable for swimming, outdoor exercise, and active days. As with all sunscreens, you should reapply immediately after toweling off or heavy sweating, and at minimum every two hours.
Can I use Colorescience Total Protection No Show Mineral Body Shield SPF 50 on my face?
This formula is specifically designed for the body. Colorescience offers dedicated facial sunscreens within their Total Protection line that are optimized for the thinner, more delicate skin on the face. If you need help finding the right facial SPF, our estheticians are happy to help through a free skincare consultation.
Does Colorescience Total Protection No Show Mineral Body Shield SPF 50 feel greasy or heavy?
Not at all. The formula contains lightweight emollients like squalane, jojoba seed oil, and caprylic/capric triglyceride that absorb quickly and dry down to a silky, velvety finish. It was specifically designed to avoid the greasy, sticky feel that keeps people from reapplying their sunscreen consistently.
Is Colorescience Total Protection No Show Mineral Body Shield SPF 50 free of chemical UV filters?
Yes. The only active sunscreen ingredient is non-nano zinc oxide at 10%, which is a physical mineral filter. The formula contains no chemical UV actives, no added fragrances, and no dyes. This makes it a strong option for sensitive or reactive skin types that do not tolerate chemical sunscreens.
How much Colorescience Total Protection No Show Mineral Body Shield SPF 50 should I apply?
For full-body coverage, you need approximately one ounce, which is roughly a shot glass worth of product. The precision needle-nose nozzle helps you dispense controlled amounts so you can distribute evenly across each area. Applying too little sunscreen significantly reduces the SPF protection you actually receive.
Why buy Colorescience Total Protection No Show Mineral Body Shield 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 Total Protection No Show Mineral Body Shield SPF 50 is right for your skin? Get a free skincare consultation and one of our estheticians will personally guide you.