Sunscreens with Broad Spectrum Protection

Mineral sunscreen is a type of sun protection that uses natural minerals like zinc oxide or titanium dioxide to physically block UV rays. This type of sunscreen is also known as physical sunscreen for this very reason.

Mineral sunscreen uses physical blockers like zinc oxide to reflect UV rays, while chemical sunscreen absorbs UV rays using synthetic compounds. Mineral sunscreen works immediately and tends to be gentler on skin but may leave a white cast.

Mineral sunscreens often leave a white cast due to their active ingredients, zinc oxide and titanium dioxide. Mineral sunscreens, like Capital Soleil Tinted Mineral Sunscreen SPF 60, offer a sheer tint of color to combat this white cast.

While you can technically use body sunscreen on your face and vice versa, it's generally recommended to use separate products formulated specifically for each area unless a product is formulated for both face and body application.