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Versed Guards Up Daily Mineral Sunscreen Broad Spectrum - SPF 35 - 2.5 fl oz
$21.24 sale price when purchased online
$24.99 list price
Target Online store #3991
About this item
Highlights
- Larger size non-nano zinc oxide physical sunscreen
- Oil-free formula blends in quickly and easily without a chalky finish
- Made for all skin types
- Vegan, cruelty-free, dermatologist-tested
- Made with 79% PCR (post consumer recycled) plastic
- Paper box is made of FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) certified paper
- Safe for sensitive skin
- Dermatologist tested
Description
What It Is: A 47% larger mineral SPF 35 sunscreen with lightweight moisture that provides three-way protection against the elements—electronic pollution (like screen time), environmental pollution, and of course, the sun. This oil-free formula has a creamy texture that blends in quickly and easily without leaving a chalky finish. 15.2% non-nano zinc oxide (the safest SPF active available for our bodies and our oceans) works at the skin’s surface to physically prevent UVA and UVB rays from penetrating your skin. All the while, antioxidants fight off environmental and blue light damage for 360 protection and all the anti-aging benefits that come along with it. It’s broad-spectrum sun protection for your everyday life—rain or shine, outdoors and in.
How to Recycle: Remove the cap and throw it away in the trash. Cut the tube open (but not in half!), remove any excess product, rinse, and toss in the recycling bin.*
*Before you toss anything in your recycling bin, check if the local curbside recycling program for your zip code accepts plastic items that look like our packaging. If it doesn’t, recycle it through the Versed Recycle Responsibly Program by visiting versedskin.com/no-waste.
How to Recycle: Remove the cap and throw it away in the trash. Cut the tube open (but not in half!), remove any excess product, rinse, and toss in the recycling bin.*
*Before you toss anything in your recycling bin, check if the local curbside recycling program for your zip code accepts plastic items that look like our packaging. If it doesn’t, recycle it through the Versed Recycle Responsibly Program by visiting versedskin.com/no-waste.
Scent: Unscented
Health Facts: Sodium Lauryl Sulfate-Free, Butylparaben-Free, Nonylphenol Ethoxylate Free, Paraben-Free, No Fragrance Added, Sulfate-Free, Non-Toxic, Formaldehyde-Free, Vegan, Phthalate-Free, Formaldehyde Donor-Free, Propylparaben-Free, Aluminum-Free, Dye-Free
Product Warning: Eye irritant, keep out of reach of children
Product Form: Cream
Primary Active Ingredient: Zinc Oxide
Sustainability Claims: Contains Recycled Content, Cruelty-Free, Recyclable
Package Quantity: 1
Beauty Purpose: Sun Protection, Moisturizing
Net weight: 2.5 fl oz (US)
SPF: 35
Features: Dermatologist Tested, Moisturizing
TCIN: 83670778
UPC: 810002111372
Item Number (DPCI): 037-12-9303
Origin: Made in the USA
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Active ingredients
zinc oxide 15.2%
Purpose
SunscreenUses
helps prevent sunburn if used as directed with other sun protection measures (see Directions), decreases the risk of skin cancer and early skin aging caused by the sunDirections
apply liberally and evenly 15 minutes before sun exposure reapply at least every 2 hours resistant sunscreen if swimming or sweating: immediately after towel drying at least every 2 hours children under 6 months of age: ask a doctor use a water 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 sunglassesOther information
protect the product in this container from excessive heat and direct sun.Inactive ingredients
water/aqua/eau, calcium sodium borosilicate, butyloctyl salicylate, isodecyl neopentanoate, dihéptyl succinate, c18-21 alkane, erythritol, cetearyl alcohol, sodium stearoyl glutamate, capryloyl glycerín/sebacic acid copolymer, propanediol, arachidyl alcohol, glycerin, pyrus malus (apple) fruit extract, caprylic/capric triglyceride, tocopherol, caprylyl glycol, coco-glucoside, ethyl ferulate, behenyl alcohol, cetyl alcohol, arachidyl glucoside, bisabolol, polyhydroxystearic acid, citric acid, sodium gluconate, xanthan gum, octyldodecyl oleate, caprylhydroxamic acid, hydrolyzed jojoba esters, sodium hyaluronate, crithmum maritimum extract, maltodextrin, moringa oleifera seed extract, aloe barbadensis leaf, iron oxides (ci 77491, ci 77492).
Shipping details
Estimated ship dimensions: 1.57 inches length x 1.57 inches width x 5.78 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.24 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, shipped, delivered by a Shipt shopper, or made ready for pickup.
See the return policy for complete information.
Q: Does this product pill with other skincare and/or cream makeup?
submitted by Victoria - 11 months ago
A: Hi there Victoria, I used this facial SPF as the last part of my skincare routine, and it absolutely pilled once, in addition to having a patchy/cakey application once it set in.
submitted byLauren - 7 months agoA: Hey Victoria, Great question! The Versed Guards Up SPF should not pill up with the rest of your skincare/makeup routine. This oil-free formula has a creamy texture that blends in quickly and easily without leaving a chalky finish! 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 - 11 months agoBrand expertA: Hi there, it depends on what you're wearing. With lighter, water-based products (like skin tints), as long as your fingers are clean and your application is gentle, Guards Up should work just fine over your makeup. With heavier, full-coverage products, you could run into some pilling. We hope this helps! Xx, Team Versed
submitted byOffspring Beauty Team - 11 months agoBrand expert
Q: Is this a mineral or a broad spectrum sunscreen?
submitted by Jordan - 5 months ago
A: Hi there! This a broad spectrum and mineral sunscreen. For this product, the word “mineral” refers to the only active UV filter being utilized in the product which is zinc oxide. The word “broad spectrum” means this sunscreen protects against both UVA and UVB. All our SPF products have been tested to ensure they have broad spectrum capabilities. We hope this helps! Please reach out to our Versed customer care team if you have any more questions. Xx, Team Versed
submitted byOffspring Beauty Team - 5 months agoBrand expert
Q: Is this reef safe? I love this sunscreen but am going to be snorkeling in the Keys and don’t want to harm the reefs.
submitted by Buy better - 5 months ago
A: Hi there, yes! Guards Up Daily Mineral Sunscreen is made with only one mineral UV filter, non-nano zinc oxide (the safest SPF active for our bodies and our oceans). Therefore, this product is reef safe! Please reach out to our Versed customer care team if you have any other questions. Xx, Team Versed
submitted byOffspring Beauty Team - 5 months agoBrand expert
Q: Is this tinted? If so, how can that be for "all skin types"?
submitted by Laurel - 1 year ago
A: Guards Up has a peachy hue right out of the tube that disappears once smoothed into the skin. That warm hue helps eliminate the white, or even purplish, cast that zinc oxide is known to leave behind, particularly on darker skin tones, so it can blend seamlessly into all skin tones. It's been vetted and tested and tested again by dozens of people with varying skin tones to ensure it does just that.
submitted byOffspring Beauty Team - 1 year agoBrand expert
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43% would recommend
64 recommendations
best ever!
5 out of 5 stars
Ruth S. - 3 months ago
originally posted on versedskin.com
I love guards up! Not only is it the safest sunscreen to use it has the perfect amount of tint and feels SO light weight. I have shared this is my best friend and all 3 daughters and they are now loving it too!
best sunscreen
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
hhb - 3 months ago, Verified purchaser
best sunscreen. no whitecast. no dimethicone. zinc oxide physical barrier. does not break skin out. magic.
Moisturizing, Yet Lightweight
5 out of 5 stars
Luke K. - 4 months ago
originally posted on versedskin.com
I have very dry skin, and I struggle to find products that are sufficiently moisturizing without being greasy. This sunscreen is exactly that. *Not* greasy. I love the light tint. It's one of the only sunscreens I've used that truly has no white-cast. I even find that it evens out my skin tone a bit (neutral, light.) It's great in the wintertime months, but also light enough to use during the summer. As for the sun protection aspect, I've noticed no problems. I've worn it out without reapplying for a few hours (yes, I know you shouldn't do that, but sometimes I forget) and I haven't experienced any burns. I've been using this sunscreen since my favorite sunscreen got discontinued a few years back, and I don't plan on trying anything else.
I won't buy another face sunscreen
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Sarah - 4 months ago, Verified purchaser
I really like this face sunscreen, it's worked perfectly for my fair skin. I don't find it oily and there is no white cast.
So good!
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Vee - 5 months ago, Verified purchaser
This is a great sunscreen! I love that it’s tinted and goes on smooth under makeup. I’ve had no issues with it thus far. Love it.
Already bought this sunblock twice!
5 out of 5 stars
Zulaika. - 5 months ago
originally posted on versedskin.com
This is my favorite mineral sun block! After trying SO MANY DIFFERENT kinds that left my face hard and white, this is my winner! I have even used it without makeup and still leaves my skin so soft! Amazing texture and good protection and lasts a good while too.
Pleasantly pleased
5 out of 5 stars
Jordan B. - 6 months ago
originally posted on versedskin.com
This is nice and light overall! It does still have some of the chalky feel initially but that seems to go away quickly and feels light on my skin, which is pretty sensitive and picky with products!
Best
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Rayhona - 6 months ago, Verified purchaser
Best for me and very moisturizing sunscreen
Worst Packaging Ever
3 out of 5 stars
jenna212121 - 6 months ago
originally posted on versedskin.com
So I bought this product a few months ago and the product itself is okay, not my favorite. The packaging on the other hand is awful, if you store this upright it leaks into the lid then you have a mess when you go to use it. Having to store it in weird ways was enough to make me not want to use it. I’d probably spend money on some of their other products like their dew point or skin soak moisturizers. Def back to the drawing board with this product
Nice texture & look but not for my sensitive skn
3 out of 5 stars
Amanda179 - 6 months ago
originally posted on versedskin.com
I really liked the texture (a light lotion that spreads easily) and the peachy tint doesn't leave a white cast on my skin. TBH my skin is pinky fair so IDK how it'll perform on darker skin tones but possibly ok. I also like the slight blurring affect it gives, even for red marks. After two weeks of daily use I've developed some red, itchy spots and even some hives, which disappeared after I stopped using this for a few days so if you have sensitive/eczematic skin just be aware. Otherwise it's a nice daily, matte sunscreen. Apply a serum and/or moisturizer underneath if you have dry skin though.
Sensitive skin beware
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Lauren - 7 months ago, Verified purchaser
I purchased this to hold me over while I waited on a separate facial SPF order to arrive in the mail. The brand came recommend to me by a friend, who’s tried their other products and love them, and so I figured this mineral sunscreen would be safe for my oily-combination sensitive skin. On my first use, I was pleasantly surprised by its tint and how it applied over my skin, but noticed that I had some slight breakouts by the end of the day. I assumed that it was just my skin getting used to the product, but now that I’ve had the product for some time, on every subsequent use, I’ve continuously experienced severe burning/watering of my eyes, a splotchy, cake-y looking finish despite using a smaller amount, a clay-like pilling of the product after just an hour or two of wear, and increased breakouts. I was hoping this would be a good hold-over product for when my normal Korean skincare is unavailable, but I will definitely not be purchasing again.
Sensitive skin beware
2 out of 5 stars
d - 7 months ago, Verified purchaser
Sensitive, eczema + breakout prone skin The tint on this was actually really nice, but it BURNS. And the day after use, I end up with an itchy face, which rarely happens. I know mineral doesn’t mean it’ll be good for sensitive skin, but this was bad. That said, tint is great. The texture is nice and it dries down nicely as well. I gave it to my mom to try and so far so good. TL/DR: Avoid this if you have sensitive skin. If not, give it a try.
Terrible Suncreen
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Ma - 8 months ago
This product caused a terrible reaction on my skin. It caused white bumps, red bumps and severe itching. I now have to change my entire routine to make sure my skin heals before very important events. Please do not buy this product
My face burnt to the ground
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Katya - 8 months ago
Listen. I live in the Caribbean, the DR. And chemical sunscreens cannot go anywhere near my eyes. So I am always on a lookout for a mineral sunscreen with a tint. I love the finish of this sunscreen - does not leave me looking like a disco ball. But man oh man... I am an excursions guide and spent a day in the sea, more than 50% of the time in the shade, reapplying the sunscreen every 2 hours - got a HORRIBLE SUNBURN on my face, swollen and everything. Stay away of you live in a tropical climate. This does not protect.
Horrible for dry skin
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
APG - 9 months ago, Verified purchaser
I have dry skin, but after a week of using this, it made my skin extremely dry and scaly. My cheeks actually felt rough and this was the only product that was new in my skincare routine. As soon as I stopped using it, my skin started to soften again. I have never had that reaction with any other product before, even retinols. The tint wasn’t bad because I normally get white casts on my tan skin, but it didn’t say it was tinted on the packaging, so it was surprisingly. Overall, if you already have dry skin don’t get this sunscreen. I had to return it cause it was so bad.
Changed formula- terrible
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Sarahbos - 9 months ago, Verified purchaser
When I first bought this product a few years ago I was SO happy to have finally found a sunscreen that was a great, semi-thick formula that also served as a primer and even a nice base to smooth pores and wear alone. Fast forward to the subsequent times I’ve purchased and they completely changed the consistency. It is soupy and messy and I dread putting it on my face. Does nothing to smooth or prime anymore. Such a bummer.
Allergic reaction
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Anna - 9 months ago, Verified purchaser
Gave me a bad reaction and tiny bumps all over my face :( Not sure what ingredient caused it…
I will not be repurchasing
3 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
anonymous - 9 months ago, Verified purchaser
Not the worst but definitely not the best. I like that it’s more easy to rub into my skin without looking ghostly. I think people with drier skin will enjoy it. As it seems that sweat has a harder time escaping since this leaves more of a film, which for me I find annoying. If I’m putting it on and I’m already warm and putting makeup on over top it seems to hold my sweat in making harder to use under makeup and I just stay sweaty. I continue to use it until I find something better. Also, not sure if it’s doing enough as far as sun protection goes. And I apply liberally, and reapply midday. But I still get a bit pink. I tend to use it on my hands just to get rid of it quicker.
Sunscreen was great but the product was runny
3 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
Rosie - 10 months ago, Verified purchaser
The product worked really well but for a sunscreen it was way too runny for me. As I got toward the end of the bottle it started to become more runny.
not worth it!!
2 out of 5 stars
Malak - 10 months ago, Verified purchaser
it was alright, ran out quickly and didn’t protect my skin enough and also the price increased from $25 to rounded up $28 so there is no way i’m ever buying this sunscreen again. don’t recommend at all!!