Issue 23 | SPF Makeup

Why You Should Convert to SPF Makeup: The Benefits of Colorescience for Healthy, Glowing Skin

When it comes to makeup, we often focus on enhancing our features, covering imperfections, or achieving the perfect look. But what if your makeup could do more than just make you look good—it could actually protect your skin from the harmful effects of the sun? Enter SPF makeup.

SPF makeup is a game-changer in the beauty world, combining the benefits of sun protection with the coverage and finish we desire from our favorite makeup products. Colorescience, a leader in this category, has developed a collection of SPF-infused makeup that not only provides flawless coverage but also helps shield your skin from harmful UV rays - the number one cause of premature aging and skin damage.

What is SPF Makeup?

SPF makeup combines traditional makeup formulations with broad-spectrum sunscreen to protect your skin from UV rays while providing the benefits of coverage, color, and texture. Instead of relying solely on your sunscreen under your makeup, SPF makeup ensures your skin gets an additional layer of protection throughout the day.

By switching to SPF makeup, specifically Colorescience products, you’re doing more than just improving the way you look—you’re protecting your skin and promoting long-term skin health. With convenient, multi-tasking products that offer sun protection, antioxidant defense, and long-lasting coverage, Colorescience ensures that you get the most out of every makeup application.

Switching to SPF Makeup: Your Skin Will Thank You

Why settle for makeup that only covers your imperfections when you can have makeup that also protects your skin from the sun and environmental stress? Make the switch to SPF makeup and enjoy beautiful, healthy skin, no matter where life takes you.

1. Convenient, Multi-Tasking Protection

One of the biggest benefits of SPF makeup is that it makes sun protection easier than ever. You don’t have to layer sunscreen under your foundation or worry about your sunscreen rubbing off or being washed away. SPF makeup offers seamless protection as part of your beauty routine, reducing the chances of forgetting to protect your skin.

With Colorescience, you can get all-day protection from their SPF 30 or higher formulations, which provide broad-spectrum coverage against both UVA and UVB rays. UVA rays penetrate deeper into the skin, causing premature aging, while UVB rays cause sunburn. Colorescience’s makeup ensures you're shielded from both.

2. Better for Skin Health

Traditional makeup products often include ingredients that can irritate or harm, or cause breakouts in the skin. Colorescience’s SPF makeup products are formulated with clean, skin-loving ingredients that nurture and protect your skin while offering the benefits of coverage.

Colorescience products are free of parabens, sulfates, and other harsh chemicals, making them safe for sensitive skin. The makeup is also non-comedogenic, meaning it won’t clog your pores or contribute to breakouts.

By switching to SPF makeup, you're giving your skin a healthier foundation with the added benefits of sunscreen.

3. Long-Lasting Coverage

While traditional sunscreen can wear off throughout the day, SPF makeup stays put, providing you with all-day protection. Colorescience makeup products are designed to last, whether you’re running errands, working long hours, or spending the day outdoors.

Their mineral-based formulas are not only effective in providing sun protection but are also lightweight and breathable, ensuring you feel comfortable and fresh all day long. This long-lasting protection makes SPF makeup an ideal choice for those who want to ensure their skin is always protected, even during the busiest days.

4. Protects from Environmental Damage

UV rays are not the only environmental aggressor your skin faces. Pollution, blue light from screens, and other environmental factors can contribute to oxidative stress and premature aging. Colorescience’s SPF makeup products are often formulated with additional antioxidants that help protect the skin from these stressors.

Antioxidants like Vitamin C, E, and green tea extract help to neutralize free radicals and prevent skin damage, so you’re getting an extra layer of defense against environmental aging, all while wearing makeup.

Top Colorescience SPF Makeup Products and Their Benefits

Colorescience offers a variety of SPF makeup products that seamlessly integrate into your skincare and beauty routine. Here are some of our favorites:

1. Sunforgettable® Total Protection™ Face Shield Classic SPF 50

This lightweight liquid SPF blends effortlessly and leaves the skin with a natural finish—never greasy or chalky. Packed with antioxidants and hydrating ingredients, it's great for daily wear and provides protection against more than just UV rays.

Benefits:

Broad-spectrum SPF 50
Helps protect against UVA/UVB, pollution, blue light, and infrared radiation
Hydrating, breathable formula
Works well under makeup or on its own
Free from parabens, phthalates, oil, dyes, and fragrance

2. Sunforgettable® Total Protection™ Face Shield Flex SPF 50

If you want SPF and natural-looking coverage in one step, Face Shield Flex is your go-to. It adjusts to your skin tone as you blend, offering light color correction with a radiant, skin-like finish.

Benefits:

SPF 50 + tinted color-adapting formula
Evens skin tone while protecting it
SIX flexible tone-adapting shades
Water/sweat-resistant

3. Sunforgettable® Total Protection™ No-Show™ Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50

A breakthrough in mineral SPF, No-Show is a transparent formula that truly disappears into all skin tones. Unlike traditional zinc-based sunscreens, it leaves zero white cast and wears beautifully on bare skin or under makeup.

Benefits:

Transparent, weightless finish on all skin tones
Broad-spectrum SPF 50
Reef-safe and 100% mineral-based
Suitable for all skin types, including sensitive and acne-prone
No sticky or greasy residue

5. Total Eye® 3-in-1 Renewal Therapy SPF 35

This multitasking eye treatment combines the benefits of eye cream, concealer, and SPF—specifically designed for the delicate under-eye area. It addresses common concerns like dark circles, puffiness, and fine lines, while also protecting against UVA/UVB rays.

Benefits:

SPF 35 mineral protection
Instantly brightens and color corrects dark circles
Cooling applicator helps de-puff
Supports skin health with peptides and hyaluronic acid
Safe for sensitive eyes and contact lens wearers

Why Colorescience Is Better Than Traditional Makeup

Unlike conventional makeup, which can clog pores or contain harsh chemicals, Colorescience products combine skincare + sun protection + beauty. Their clean, dermatologist-approved formulas are:

Free from parabens, phthalates, synthetic fragrance, talc, and harsh dyes
Non-comedogenic and reef-safe
Packed with skin-boosting ingredients like niacinamide, antioxidants, and hydrators
Backed by clinical testing for proven results

When you switch to Colorescience, you’re not just covering up—you’re protecting, treating, and enhancing your skin every day.