Multitasking Makeup: Our Favorite Formulas with Built-In SPF | Dermstore (2024)

We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again: Sunscreen is the single most important product to incorporate into your skin care routine, both for protecting yourself against harmful rays and preventing signs of aging (according to the American Academy of Dermatology, as much as 80% of visible aging comes from UV exposure).

Thankfully, we live in the golden age of SPF. Gone are the days of thick, greasy formulas that we hacked our way into making work with the rest our routine. But we’re not just talking about cosmetically elegant or multitasking formulas (though there are no shortage of those). We’re talking about high-performing tinted moisturizers and powders, setting sprays, and so many other SPF makeup formulas (even eyeshadows) that help ensure you’re adequately covered by stacking your protection.

But is makeup with SPF as good as sunscreen? Well, don’t start clearing out your sunscreen collection. “Many makeup products provide an excellent addition—not replacement—to the sunscreen armamentarium,” says Dr. Alicia Zalka, a board-certified dermatologist and Surface Deep founder. “But the terrific news is that makeup that contains a pigment, such as a tinted moisturizer with SPF, or lipstick with pigments, or even eyeshadow with color, can add another level of sun defense. So if you apply a layer of mineral sunscreen, then a foundation or tinted moisturizer with SPF topped with powder, that’s a winning combination,” she adds.

Regardless of the SPF delivery system you choose, the most important factor here is to start strong with a generous application of a traditional sunscreen, then think of your makeup and subsequent reapplications as a form of added protection. With that in mind, we’ve rounded up some of the best makeup with SPF.

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1. Tarte BB Blur Tinted Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Sunscreen 1 fl. oz (Various Shades)

Tarte BB Blur Tinted Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Sunscreen 1 fl. oz (Various Shades)

$42.00

This skin-perfecting vegan BB tinted moisturizer has an SPF of 30 and imparts a blurred matte no-makeup-makeup look.

2. Supergoop!® Shimmershade SPF 30 0.18 oz. - First Light

Supergoop!® Shimmershade SPF 30 0.18 oz. - First Light

11 reviews

$24.00

This long-wearing, shimmering cream eyeshadow has a creamy texture glides on seamlessly and blends perfectly without creasing, flaking or fading. Plus, you can easily swipe on with your fingers.

3. SENTÉ Even Tone Mineral SPF 50ml (Various Shades)

While technically not makeup, SENTÉ tined formula gives great sheer coverage, comes in two tints and protects against skin inflammation and hyperpigmentation caused by visible light.

4. jane iredale Amazing Base SPF 20 (0.37 oz.)

jane iredale Amazing Base SPF 20 (0.37 oz.)

238 reviews

$48.00

This mineral powder foundation provides light to medium coverage for dark spots, redness and any other imperfections for a smooth and even complexion.

5. Colorescience Sunforgettable Total Protection Face Shield Flex SPF 50 1.8 fl. oz. - Medium

Colorescience Sunforgettable Total Protection Face Shield Flex SPF 50 1.8 fl. oz. - Medium

78 reviews

$54.00

This TikTok-viral formula doesn’t just deliver powerful sun and environmental protection, it immediately evens skin with innovative, tone-adapting pigments that offer medium, buildable color coverage with a natural, glowing finish that blurs imperfections.

6. MDSolarSciences Hydrating Sheer Lip Balm SPF30 (0.15 oz.) (Various Shades)

MDSolarSciences Hydrating Sheer Lip Balm SPF30 (0.15 oz.) (Various Shades)

31 reviews

$25.00

Enriched with shea butter, avocado and olive oils, this lip-softening formula comes in seven sheer shades that impart a subtle wash of color that can be built up for more impact.

7. ISDIN Isdinceutics Mineral Facial Powder Brush

ISDIN Isdinceutics Mineral Facial Powder Brush

4 reviews

$60.00

This silky, smooth, fine powder provides on-the-go protection that makes applying throughout the day over makeup so easy.

8. COOLA Make-Up Setting Spray SPF 30 Green Tea and Aloe

COOLA Make-Up Setting Spray SPF 30 Green Tea and Aloe

40 reviews

$36.00

Gentle on all skin types, this lightweight formula sets and refreshes your makeup and keeps it looking flawless all-day long.

9. RMS Beauty SuperNatural Radiance Serum Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Sunscreen - Medium Aura

RMS Beauty SuperNatural Radiance Serum Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Sunscreen - Medium Aura

$48.00

A tinted skin nourishing, mineral-based daily sunscreen serum and soft focus complexion corrector in one that adds natural-looking illumination and SPF 30 broad spectrum protection.

10. Glo Skin Beauty Oil-Free Tinted Primer SPF 30 50ml (Various Shades)

Glo Skin Beauty Oil-Free Tinted Primer SPF 30 50ml (Various Shades)

26 reviews

$50.00

This multitasking 3-in-1 formula primes,adds sheer coverage and protects with SPF 30 to color-correct, even the skin tone, all while nourishing skin and boosting your makeup's weartime.

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Teresa Greenfeld Writer and expert

Teresa Greenfeld has worked in fashion and beauty for over 15 years as a writer, editor and content strategist. She has been privileged to work at Carbon38 as a Senior Editor, at OliviaPalermo.comas the Fashion and Beauty Director, and has amassed a resume that includes Vogue, Allureand Elle magazines. Her passions include back-to-back sheet masks, reading peer-reviewed papers on skin care, and obsessive sunscreen application. Though born in Manhattan, she currently lives in LA, and will always consider herself a New Yorker at heart.

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