CETAPHIL SHEER MINERAL FACE LIQUID SUNSCREEN SPF 50: Nourishes sensitive skin while providing hydrating, chemical free sun protection
MICROBIOME GENTLE FORMULA: Locks in moisture to hydrate and protect skin delicate microbiome
NON-COMEDOGENIC, ULTRA LIGHTWEIGHT FORMULA: Blends quickly into the skin without leaving a greasy residue and is water resistant for up to 80 minutes
SHEER, COSMETICALLY ELEGANT: Glides effortlessly onto skin leaving a dry, matte finish for daily use alone or under makeup; dermatologist and ophthalmologist tested
REEF SAFE SUNSCREEN: This product is a reef friendly sunscreen.
TRAVEL SIZE SUNSCREEN: This product is under 3.4 fl oz, making it easy to take with you on your next vacation or trip
Description
CETAPHIL Sheer Mineral Face Liquid Sunscreen is an ultra lightweight, 100% Mineral UVA/UVB filter sunscreen designed for daily use on the face. Broad spectrum SPF 50 reflects both UVA and UVB rays to help prevent sunburn and decrease the risk of skin cancer and early signs of aging due to sun exposure. The sheer formula was developed with sheer zinc to provide maximum broad spectrum protection in a serum-like formula that applies easily to skin. It leaves a dry, matte finish ideal for application under makeup. The non-greasy formula will not clog pores and is dermatologist and ophthalmologist tested to be safe for use on the face. Formulated with soothing vitamin E to comfort the skin, this sheer sunscreen locks in lasting hydration to help prevent against the drying effects of the sun. CETAPHIL Sheer Mineral Face Liquid Sunscreen is hypoallergenic, fragrance free and paraben free, and designed to be gentle on even the most sensitive skin.Key Ingredient:Zinc Oxide
Scent: Unscented
Trial/Mini/Travel Size: Yes
Health Facts: Paraben-Free, Oxybenzone-Free, Contains Zinc Oxide, Mineral-Based, Noncomedogenic, No Fragrance Added, PABA-Free, Octinoxate-Free, Non-Toxic, Hypoallergenic, Contains Vitamin E, Dye-Free, Oil-Free
Product Form: Lotion
Active Ingredient(s): Zinc Oxide 12%
Includes: Face Sunscreen, Sunscreen
Package Quantity: 1
Beauty Purpose: Moisturizing
Industry or Government Certifications: National Eczema Association Seal of Acceptance
SPF: 50
Features: Fast-Absorbing, Dermatologist Tested, Fast Drying, Water-Resistant, Safe to Use On Sensitive Skin, Broad Spectrum Protection, Dermatologist Recommended, Moisturizing, Blocks UVB Rays, Blocks UVA Rays
TCIN: 80139631
UPC: 302994110001
Item Number (DPCI): 037-11-1526
Origin: Made in the USA
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Active ingredients
zinc oxide(12%).
Purpose
Sunscreen..
When using this product
When using this product: keep out of eyes. Rinse with water to remove.
Stop use and ask a doctor if
Stop use and ask a doctor if: rash occurs.
Directions
Shake well. Apply liberally 15 minutes before sun exposure. Reapply: After 80 minutes of swimming or sweating, Immediately after towel drying. At least every every 2 hours. Sun Protection Measures. Spending time in the sun increases your risk of skin cancer and early skin aging. To decrease this risk, regularly use a sunscreen with a Broad Spectrum SPF value of 15 or higher and other sun protection measures including: Limit time in the sun, especially from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Wear long-sleeved shirts, pants, hats, and sunglasses.
Children Under 6 Months of Age
Ask a doctor.
Other information
Protect the product in this container from excessive heat and direct sun
Estimated ship dimensions: 1.68 inches length x 2.36 inches width x 5.47 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.113 pounds
Return details
This item can be returned to any Target store or Target.com.
This item must be returned within 90 days of the date it was purchased in store, delivered to the guest, delivered by a Shipt shopper, or picked up by the guest.
Q: Is it okay for oily skin? Well it make ur skin more oily
submitted by Avabeuca - 1 year ago
A: No, the reformulation is very greasy and heavy.
submitted byalksdlkasjdlsajds - 1 year ago
A: Yes. It is heavy and greasy since its reformulation.
submitted byalksdlkasjdlsajds - 1 year ago
A: Hey,
Great question! The Cetaphil Sheer Mineral Liquid Face Sunscreen SPF 50 glides effortlessly onto skin leaving a dry, matte finish. This is a great option for oily prone skin. For all your future beauty questions, get real-time answers using the “Chat with a Virtual Beauty Consultant” button, found on every product page.
submitted byTarget Beauty Consulting - 1 year ago
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Q: Is this sunscreen water resistant?
submitted by Oly - 2 years ago
A: The container says reapply after 80 minutes of swimming...so yeah it IS water resistant.
submitted byOmBaby - 1 year ago
A: Hey,
Great question! The Cetaphil Sheer Mineral Liquid Face Sunscreen SPF 50 does not claim water resistant. We recommend to reapply immediately after towel drying, every 2 hours! For all your future beauty questions, get real-time answers using the “Chat with a Virtual Beauty Consultant” button, found on every product page.
submitted byTarget Beauty Consulting - 2 years ago
Brand expert
A: Hi there - it sure is! Our Sheer Mineral Liquid Face Sunscreen with SPF 50 is water-resistant for up to 80 minutes. Hope this helps!
submitted byGalderma Team Member - 1 year ago
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Q: Will this product leave a white or purple cast on brown skin, or does it go on completely sheer?
submitted by lbanks9901 - 4 years ago
A: Hello! The Cetaphil Sheer Mineral Face Liquid Drops blend quickly into the skin without leaving a white cast or greasy residue and is water resistant for up to 80 minutes. We hope this helps!
submitted byTarget Beauty Consulting - 4 years ago
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A: Yes. Its zinc based so it will leave a white cast.
submitted byalksdlkasjdlsajds - 1 year ago
Q: Was this sunscreen recently reformulated? I see that the ingredients list now include Butyloctyl Salicylate.
submitted by Sally - 1 year ago
A: Hi there – We periodically review and update our formulations to ensure they meet our high standards of safety and efficacy. You can always find the most up-to-date ingredient list on the product packaging and on our website.
If you have any specific concerns or would like to share more details, please contact us at 1-866-735-4137, Monday through Friday, 8am–5pm Central Time.
submitted byGalderma Team Member - 11 months ago
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Q: Is this Cruelty Free???
submitted by paul - 1 year ago
A: Hi there - Cetaphil products are not tested on animals. We’re strong advocates for utilizing alternative methods to substantiate the safety of ingredients and our products. Hope this helps!
submitted byGalderma Team Member - 1 year ago
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Q: What happened to the formula?
submitted by alksdlkasjdlsajds - 1 year ago
A: Hi there – We periodically review and update our formulations to ensure they meet our high standards of safety and efficacy. You can always find the most up-to-date ingredient list on the product packaging and on our website.
If you have any specific concerns or would like to share more details, please contact us at 1-866-735-4137, Monday through Friday, 8am–5pm Central Time.
submitted byGalderma Team Member - 11 months ago
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Q: Why did the formula change with zero indication when that can be dangerous for people with allergies or sensitivies?
submitted by alksdlkasjdlsajds - 1 year ago
A: Hi there – We periodically review and update our formulations to ensure they meet our high standards of safety and efficacy. You can always find the most up-to-date ingredient list on the product packaging and on our website.
If you have any specific concerns or would like to share more details, please contact us at 1-866-735-4137, Monday through Friday, 8am–5pm Central Time.
submitted byGalderma Team Member - 11 months ago
Brand expert
Q: I wanted to confirm that this sunscreen does not have titanium dioxide? Just zinc oxide? Thanks!
submitted by juliet - 1 year ago
A: Hey Juliet,
Great question! That's correct! The Cetaphil Sheer Mineral Liquid Face Sunscreen SPF 50 is formulated with zinc oxide 12.0% as the active SPF ingredient. For all your future beauty questions, get real-time answers using the “Chat with a Virtual Beauty Consultant” button, found on every product page.
submitted byTarget Beauty Consulting - 1 year ago
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Q: I can’t read the expiration on my bottle. Help!
submitted by KH - 1 year ago
A: Hi there, the expiration date should be clearly shown on all packaging, although location can vary. If the expiration date has rubbed off, the lot number can be used to find the expiration by calling customer service to retrieve the information.
Please reach out to our Special Services team for more information: ContactUs@GaldermaSupport.com or 1-866-735-4137 (M-F, 8a-5p CT). We hope this helps!
submitted byGalderma Team Member - 1 year ago
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Q: Can I mix this with a lotion?
submitted by Yahtah12 - 1 year ago
A: Hey,
Great question! No, it's generally not recommended to mix sunscreen with lotion as it can dilute the effectiveness of the sunscreen. We recommend to apply your facial moisturizer first before the Cetaphil Sheer Mineral liquid Face SPF 50. For all your future beauty questions, get real-time answers using the “Chat with a Virtual Beauty Consultant” button, found on every product page.
Burned my son’s face & he has sensitive skin. Also activated his eczema to flare up. Don’t recommend if you suffer from eczema.
Janet
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5 out of 5 stars
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29 August, 2026Verified purchase
Worth the Buy
This is one of the best face sunscreens I have ever purchased. it doesn't burn, is not oily, and works well under makeup. if you feel like it leaves a white cast just add a little foundation to give it a tint. i have very sensitive medium toned skin if it helps.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Great after make up
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5 out of 5 stars
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9 August, 2026Verified purchase
Goes on sheer
Most mineral based sunscreens leave a white cast but this one doesn’t.
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5 out of 5 stars
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16 July, 2026
Zinc Oxide sunscreen
Love this face sunscreen. Yes it leaves a little white cast but it's expected because it has zinc oxide in it! Any sunscreen with zinc will do the same but that means your skin is really protected from the sun. Rub it in good, it will go away!
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gift for granddaughter
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4 out of 5 stars
12 July, 2026Verified purchase
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There is a white cast on medium skin tones, but I find that it is manageable after it dries down. Nice soft matte finish, isn’t greasy at all. However, it stings my eyes! Would’ve been a go-to sunscreen if it didn’t irritate my eyes.
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Buyer beware! The sunscreen will leave a white residue on your face. I should’ve read the reviews before I bought this even if you put a thin amount, a white sheen/residue will be on your face, so you really have to blend it in with your skin, it’s not worth it. I don’t recommend this product.
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5 out of 5 stars
8 June, 2026
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EXCELLENT
Excellent product! I love to use this product daily! This doesn’t leave the face oily. It absorbs everything Super effective and the ingredients are AMAZING.
MaviL
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5 out of 5 stars
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23 May, 2026Verified purchase
I wear this in the summer and skip the moisturizer because it leaves my skin feeling comfortable and not greasy. works well under skin tint.
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4 out of 5 stars
22 May, 2026
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Amazing Product
Totally love this sunscreen! It’s extremely lightweight spreadable and absorbs fast. It does leave a white cast but I don’t have a problem with it.
VarshaR
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2 out of 5 stars
19 May, 2026
originally posted on cetaphil.com
White Cast
It’s a good non oily sunscreen but the white cast is absolutely diabolical. I’m half Filipino half white and I wouldn’t say my skin tone is dark but I’m definitely tanner. No matter how little I apply or how much moisturizer I mix in, I look pale as a ghost. So this is not POC safe and I doubt it was tested on brown skin.
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Bad
Caused me to breakout terribly and I’m super pale and you can still see the terrible white cast on my face. Awful.
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Do not use if you are brown. Leaves a horrible white cast and does not blend out. Made me look like slender man
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not for very oily acne prone skin
I bought this sunscreen to try it on my oily acne prone skin hoping for a matte dry finish, which I didn't see that as a result !! hard to blend, always ended up with white cast, very sticky on oily skin. Overall I had a bad experience after using it for more than 2 months. if you have combo skin it might work, but definitely not for oily skin !! I would never buy it again !!
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1 out of 5 stars
10 May, 2026
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Mineral sunscreen
Personally wasn’t the biggest fan. This does have a white cast, so isn’t the most suitable for darker skin tone. However, a pro is that this dries back pretty fast and matte, so good for those that are more pale and doesn’t like stickiness of sunscreen
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5 out of 5 stars
10 May, 2026
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I love product
I really like it I absolutely love suscreens this one is excellent because I provided significant hydration to the skin keeping it moisturized
NicoleC
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I have been using this product for years and I love the ease of use and coverage
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5 May, 2026Verified purchase
Small size great for travel
Small container is easy to take along for re applying thru out day. Feels nice on skin. Does NOT leave white stain on my clothes like some other brands. Great sun block.
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1 May, 2026
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