Total Protection No-Show Mineral Sunscreen

FAQS

1. How is No-Show™ Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 different from Face Shield Classic SPF 50?

Our Total Protection™ Face Shield SPF products are formulated with Iron Oxides which offer a tint to them, in a range of shades and effects, whereas No-Show™ Mineral does not contain any iron oxides and is untinted. While Face Shield Classic leaves no color coverage for many of our customers, we know many still have a need for an all-mineral, untinted sunscreen without white cast. Our untinted, all-mineral No-Show™ sunscreen provides the same powerful Total Protection™ and skin-health benefits (hydration, calming, free radical defense) as our Face Shields, it:

– is ideal for someone who does not want tint due to transfer onto clothing (i.e. men and shirt collars):

– provides the sheerest-of-the-sheer aesthetic for deeper skin tones who have often had to use chemical filters to avoid white cast

– is also great for the Face Shield user on days when they want to be color/makeup free, (like working out), or using on hands, and body.

There are so many places and faces where No-Show™ Mineral can be used for powerful, all-mineral defense without compromising between protection and skin that looks beautifully like your skin.

2. Is there a color/tint to No-Show™ Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50?

No. Total Protection™ No-Show™ Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 does not have a color or tint to it. It is white when dispensed and blends away sheer so your skin looks beautifully like your skin.

3. How is there HEV or blue light defense in this product if it does not contain iron oxides?

In addition to being a powerful sunscreen active ingredient, Zinc Oxide also provides the therapeutic benefit of defending against blue light. Total Protection™ No-Show™ Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 was tested to protect skin from 38.2% of blue light. For additional defense, follow with one of our Total Protection™ sunscreen brushes.

4. What is the texture and finish of No-Show™ Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50?

No-Show™ Mineral Sunscreen is an ultra-lightweight formula with a milky, fluid texture and is slightly lighter weight than Face Shields. It blends so easily and beautifully into skin you’ll forget it’s there. Skin is hydrated and left with a velvety, soft finish.

5. Do you recommend this for men?

Yes. We would recommend Total Protection™ No-Show™ Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 for men and anyone who prefers a sunscreen without color or tint for certain occasions or events.

6. Will it work with all skin tones?

Total Protection™ No-Show™ Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 is formulated without any color or tint to it as was designed to work for all skin tones. It has been tested to wear sheer for a wider range of skin tones.

Pro Tips:

-When applying mineral sunscreens it helps to start from the center of the face and blend outward and upward in a single direction, rather than back and forth or in circular motions.

-Additionally, for deeper skin tones, apply gradually in small amounts, blending (outward and upward) in between layers until the full amount is applied. (i.e., if you prefer the 2-finger dose method, rather than applying the amount from both fingers at the same time, apply just one finger length amount of product first, blend, then apply the second finger length amount of product and blend. This will ensure you have applied the amount needed for full SPF coverage and will better help to achieve the No-Show™, white-cast free aesthetic.

7. How should this be applied? How much do I apply?

Shake well before each use. Apply liberally and evenly to face and/or body. Blend well – take a few extra seconds to blend thoroughly, then allow to set. This may take a minute or two. As with all sunscreens, reapply at least every 2 hours.

Pro Tips:

-Ensure complete SPF coverage:

– Apply at least a nickel-sized amount OR generously dispense onto the length of 2 fingers then apply to face

– Use additional product for neck and body

-For deeper skin tones, apply gradually in small amounts, blending in between layers until the full amount is applied

8. How often should I apply?

Apply Total Protection™ No-Show™ Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 liberally and evenly 15 minutes before exposure to environmental aggressors. Like all SPF products, reapply at least every 2 hours as recommended by the FDA and the Skin Cancer Foundation.

9. In what order do I apply this in my routine?

Total Protection™ No-Show™ Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 is designed to be the last step in your skin care routine, after cleansing, toning, treatments, and moisturizer. After No-Show™ Mineral has absorbed, follow with your makeup routine if desired.

10. Do I need to moisturize before? / Does this replace my moisturizer?

Although Total Protection™ No-Show™ Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 was formulated with ingredients that help to hydrate and nourish, for those who have dry or fragile skin, applying onto moisturized skin will help ensure more even distribution and help accomplish the No-Show™ aesthetic.

11. How do I use this with a Primer or Even Up® or All Calm®?

Since each of these products provides SPF 50 defense, there is no need to use multiple together. However, if you would like to use this with Even Up® Clinical Pigment Perfector® SPF 50, All Calm® Clinical Redness Corrector SPF 50, or Primers, apply those after No-Show™ Mineral.

12. How long do I have to wait before I go into the sun?

As with all SPF products, Total Protection™ No-Show™ Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 should be applied 15 minutes prior to exposure. Like all SPF products, reapply every 2 hours.

13. Can I mix this with my favorite Face Shield?

Total Protection™ No-Show™ Mineral SPF 50 and Face Shields SPF 50 can be mixed together to reduce the color or effect (glow, bronze, or mattification) from your Face Shield. (i.e., if mixing No-Show™ with Face Shield Flex, your color coverage will be less saturated and more sheer.) To maintain the maximum color coverage or effect, we would recommend layering No-Show™ Mineral under Face Shield. And remember, whether mixing or layering, ensure to apply the recommended sunscreen amount to ensure full SPF protection.

14. Can this be applied to the body? To my hair line, scalp or part?

Yes, Total Protection™ No-Show™ Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 can be applied head to toe. Its lightweight formula allows it to blend easily, and its color-free sheerness will allow your skin to look like your skin wherever you apply. It Is also water-and sweat-resistant for up to 40 minutes, making this an Ideal product for sports and outdoor or water activities.

15. Can I use it on my eyes?

No-Show™ has not been tested for use around the eye area. Use caution when applying to the eye area and avoid getting product into eyes. Consider some of our non-liquid Total Protection™ products, including Brush-On Shield SPF 50, Sport Stick SPF 50 and Color Balms SPF 50 in 6 shades. Color Balms have been ophthalmology tested and are safe for use around the eye area, for sensitive eyes, and contact lens wearers.

16. What if my product is pilling, what do you suggest?

Apply product in a single direction blending outward and upward from the center or your face. Pilling can also be caused by other products applied in combination. For best results, allow each skin care or treatment product time to absorb/dry down into skin before applying the next product. Apply No-Show™ after the products in your skin care regimen have absorbed/dried down. After No-Show™ has dried down, follow with your makeup regimen.

17. How do you suggest reapplication?

You can reapply Total Protection™ No-Show™ Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 every 2 hours. If you have applied makeup over No-Show™, we recommend trying our perfect on-the-go, all-mineral Total Protection™ brushes for easy, mess-free, and makeup-friendly reapplication after every 2 hours.

18. How do I use this with the Total Protection™ Brush-on Shield SPF 50?

Apply Total Protection™ No-Show™ Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 for your initial application. As with all sunscreens, reapply every 2 hours. For convenient all-day reapplication on-the-go or directly over makeup, use the Total Protection™ Brush-on Shield SPF 50.

19. Is it water-or-sweat resistant? / Can I use this in the water?

Yes, Total Protection™ No-Show™ Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 is water/sweat resistant for up to 40 minutes.

19. Will this rub off/transfer onto clothes?

No, Total Protection™ No-Show™ Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 does not contain color, so there will be no transfer onto clothing.

19. How do I wash the product off?

Wash with soap or cleanser and warm water.

20. Will this cause me to break out? / Is it suitable for acne-prone skin?

Total Protection™ No-Show™ Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 is oil free and was tested to be non-comedogenic, making this suitable for acne-prone skin.

21. Is No-Show™ Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 suitable for oily skin?

Yes, Total Protection™ No-Show™ Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 is suitable for all skin types, including oily. However, for those that find their skin requires additional oil control, we recommend following with our Sunforgettable® Total Protection™ Sheer Matte SPF 30 Sunscreen Brush for easy-to-reapply protection that also absorbs excess surface oil, and features an untinted powder matte finish.

22. Is there an expiration date?

Total Protection™ No-Show™ Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 has a 2-year expiration period. After the product has been opened, it will last approximately 12 months. See bottom of carton for exact date.

23. Is No-Show™ Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 hypoallergenic?

Yes No-Show™ Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 is hypoallergenic.

24. Can I use No-Show™ Mineral Sunscreen on children and babies?

No-Show™ Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 is safe to apply to 6 months and older. As with all sunscreen products, consult your physician for use on children under 6 months of age. All Total Protection™ products use only non-chemical zinc oxide and/or titanium dioxide as sunscreen active ingredients. The FDA recognizes only these two sunscreen active ingredients as safe and effective.

25. Can pregnant or nursing women use No-Show™ Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50?

No-Show™ Mineral Sunscreen has not been tested on pregnant or nursing women. Consult your physician before using.

26. Is No-Show™ Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 chemical-free?

Yes, Colorescience uses only mineral (also known as physical) sunscreen active ingredients, zinc oxide and/or titanium dioxide in all of our sunscreen products. These are the only 2 sunscreen actives the FDA recognizes as safe and effective. Colorescience has never and will never use any chemical sunscreen actives.

27. Is No-Show™ Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 reef safe?

No-Show™ Mineral Sunscreen does not contain any chemical ingredients, including oxybenzone and octinoxate, which are the 2 ingredients that are deemed to be damaging to coral reefs. It is important to note that some reef-safe sunscreens contain other chemical ingredients – avobenzone, octisalate, homosalate, octocrylene. Colorescience has never and will never use any chemical sunscreen actives.

28. Is No-Show™ Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 non-comedogenic?

Yes, all Total Protection™ products are non-comedogenic.

29. Is No-Show™ Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 gluten free?

All Total Protection® and Colorescience® products are free from ingredients containing gluten. In addition, all Colorescience® products are 100% free from parabens, phthalates, synthetic fragrance animal testing, talc, dyes, mineral oils, drying alcohols and chemical sunscreen.

30. Is No-Show™ Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 paraben free?

Yes, all Total Protection™ products are formulated without parabens. In addition, all Colorescience® products are also 100% free from phthalates, synthetic fragrance, animal testing, talc, dyes, mineral oils, drying alcohols & chemical sunscreen.

31. Is No-Show™ Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 sulfate free?

Yes, all Total Protection™ products are sulfate free. In addition, all Colorescience® products are 100% free from parabens, phthalates, synthetic fragrance, animal testing, talc, dyes, mineral oils, drying alcohols & chemical sunscreen.

32. Is No-Show™ Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 phthalate free?

Yes, all Total Protection™ products are phthalate free. In addition, all Colorescience® products are 100% free from parabens, phthalates, synthetic fragrance, animal testing, talc, dyes, mineral oils, drying alcohols & chemical sunscreen.

33. Is No-Show™ Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 oil free?

Yes, all Total Protection™ products are oil free. In addition, all Colorescience® products are 100% free from parabens, phthalates, synthetic fragrance, animal testing, talc, dyes, mineral oils, drying alcohols & chemical sunscreen.

34. Is No-Show™ Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 vegan?

Yes, there are no animal products or derivatives in No-Show™ Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50. In addition, all Colorescience® products are 100% free from parabens, phthalates, synthetic fragrance, animal testing, talc, dyes, mineral oils, drying alcohols & chemical sunscreen.

35. Is No-Show™ Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 cruelty-free?

Yes. Colorescience does not conduct any animal testing and we are committed to the highest standards when choosing raw materials for our product formulations. We require non-animal testing statements on all raw materials before final formula approval.

36. What is the difference between UVA and UVB damage?

UVB exposure causes redness or burning, while UVA exposure causes skin darkening/pigmentation. Protection from both UVA and UVB means this product provides Broad Spectrum protection.

Total Protection™ No-Show™ Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 provides Broad Spectrum SPF 50 (UVB protection). Testing is currently in progress to determine its PA rating.

Total Protection™ Brush-On Shield SPF 50 provides Broad Spectrum SPF 50 (UVB protection) and PA++++ (UVA protection).

Total Protection™ Sheer Matte SPF 30 Sunscreen Brush provides Broad Spectrum SPF030 (UVB protection) and PA+++ (UVA protection).

Total Protection™ Sport Stick SPF 50 provides Broad Spectrum SPF 50 (UVB protection) and PA++++ (UVA protection).

Total Protection™ Face Shield SPF 50 provide Broad Spectrum SPF 50 (UVB protection) and PA+++ (UVA protection).

Total Protection™ Body Shield SPF 50 provide Broad Spectrum SPF 50 (UVB protection) and PA+++ (UVA protection).

Total Protection™ Color Balms SPF 50 provide Broad Spectrum SPF 50 (UVB protection) and PA+++ (UVA protection). ‘

37. What does the PA rating mean?

The PA rating system measures the level of protection from UVA rays, which are known to cause pigment darkening in the skin. It measures the amount of time a product would protect your skin from darkening.

The following shows how much protection each PA score provides compared to unprotected skin. If your unprotected skin normally darkens/pigments after 5 min of UVA exposure:

PA Rating | Level of Protection | Total # of min before experiencing skin darkening/pigmentation

PA+         2-4 times   10-20 minutes

PA++      4-8 times    20-40 minutes

PA+++    8-16 times  40-80 minutes

PA++++ >16 times    >80 minutes

Total Protection™ No-Show™ Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 has a PA++++ rating.

38. What is Enviroscreen® Technology?

EnviroScreen® Technology is proprietary to Colorescience®. EnviroScreen® Technology uses patented active ingredients, Zinc Oxide and Titanium Dioxide, that create a barrier preventing free radical formation and oxidative stress. These patented actives are combined with specialty ingredients that, together, work synergistically to protect skin from damage caused by exposure to UVA/UVB rays, pollution, blue light (also known as High Energy Visible, or HEV, light), and infrared radiation.

39. Can you explain how adherence/water- and sweat- resistance is tested?

Colorescience® follows the FDA guidelines for testing water resistance or adherence to the skin after exposure to water. A panel of 10 people apply the product to their skin prior to being immersed in a whirlpool (of moving or circulating water) for 20-minute cycles. After 20 minutes in the whirlpool, panelists exit the whirlpool before immersing themselves again. For 40 minutes water resistance, panelists are immersed in the water for two 20-minute cycles. For 80 minutes water resistance, this is done a total of 4 times. After all cycles are completed, the SPF that is remaining on the skin is measured. If after 80 minutes in the whirlpool, the SPF remaining is at least 50, the result is an SPF 50 with 80 minutes of water resistance.

40. How do you measure pollution protection?

We measure our pollution protection by directly measuring free radicals created from UV + pollution events on unprotected skin and skin protected with Total Protection™ No-Show™ Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50. We use a testing technique called electron spin resonance (ESR) that uses a combination of a magnetic field and electron magnetic waves to directly detect the unpaired electrons of free radicals.

41. How do you measure blue (HEV) light protection?

Blue (HEV) light protection is tested by measuring the ability of the formula to block light in the HEV spectrum that would otherwise reach the skin. In practice, this is done by applying the formula to a transparent substrate at the same dose level (2mg/cm2) used in the FDA Monograph SPF test. The substrate is then placed at the entrance of an integrating sphere detector which captures all the light passing through the sample. This configuration is the same as that used in the FDA Monograph Critical Wavelength measurement and mimics the situation of a formula applied to the skin. The percentage of HEV light blocked is calculated by comparing the intensity of the light transmitted through the formula to the incident light at each wavelength throughout the HEV spectrum (400–490 nm).