DermaQuest SheerZinc Tinted Sunkissed Broad Spectrum SPF30 56,7g
Description
Description
DermaQuest SheerZinc Tinted Sunkissed Broad Spectrum SPF 30 56.6g
Tinted mineral sunscreen with warm glow for medium skin
We associate a warm, healthy glow on the skin with vitality, summer, and being well-rested. But getting that same glow without sun damage requires something paradoxical: protecting the skin from what would give it that color. The solution is not tanning, but an SPF that returns warmth at the moment it is applied.
Sunkissed is the middle shade in the SheerZinc Tinted line, developed for medium skin tones and skin that naturally has an olive or warm undertone. The tint provides a subtle bronze finish that brightens the complexion — as if you just returned from a walk in the sun. At the same time, the formula with 18.6% zinc oxide delivers full broad-spectrum protection, precisely to preserve that natural glow from within.
Benefits
- Gives a warm, natural glow for a rested complexion without makeup
- Suitable for medium skin tones, Fitzpatrick III to IV
- Protects with 18.6% zinc oxide against UVA, UVB, blue light, and infrared
- Defends against pigmentation thanks to the combination of mineral filters and iron oxides
- Replaces self-tanner and SPF in one step for those who choose a natural approach
Active ingredients
Iron Oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499): The pigment complex that gives Sunkissed its warm, bronzed character. Besides the visual effect, iron oxides add a functional protective layer against visible light and blue light — two types of light exposure that worsen hyperpigmentation and melasma. For medium skin tones, which are statistically more prone to pigmentation, this is an important advantage over colorless SPF.
Zinc Oxide 18.6%: The physical filter that lies on the skin like a microscopic mirror and reflects both UVA and UVB radiation. The micronized form ensures the filter works invisibly with the Sunkissed tint, without a gray cast. Zinc also has a calming effect on skin that reacts quickly to heat or sunlight.
Arabidopsis Thaliana Extract: A plant stem cell extract with regenerating properties. It supports the repair of UV-induced DNA damage within eight hours after exposure — an important addition for those who spend a lot of time outdoors in summer and want to help their skin stay resilient.
THD Ascorbate: A photo-stable, fat-soluble form of vitamin C that penetrates deeply into the skin and remains bioactive there. Works synergistically with mineral filters to neutralize free radicals caused by heat and light exposure, helping to preserve the natural radiant undertone of medium skin.
Imperata Cylindrica Root Extract: A plant-based humectant that prevents the skin from drying out under the SPF layer. Especially valuable for medium skin because hydrated skin reflects the pigment of the tint more evenly — that’s exactly what creates the "glow".
How to use it
- Cleanse the face and apply a serum that suits your skin’s needs
- Follow with your day moisturizer and let it absorb for a few minutes
- Briefly warm a coin-sized amount of SheerZinc Sunkissed between your fingertips
- Distribute the cream with gentle tapping motions for an even pigment result
- Reapply every two hours during prolonged sun exposure
Suitable for
- Medium skin tones, Fitzpatrick III to IV
- Olive and warm undertones
- Pigment-sensitive skin and melasma
- Those who want a natural glow without self-tanner
- Skin that pigments quickly in summer and needs extra protection
Frequently asked questions
Does Sunkissed suit my skin tone?
Sunkissed is developed for medium skin tones with a warm or olive undertone, approximately Fitzpatrick III to IV. If your skin already leans beige/bronzed in winter and easily pigments in summer, then Sunkissed is probably the right choice. For lighter tones choose Nude, for darker tones Tan.
Can I use Sunkissed as an alternative to self-tanner?
Yes. For those who prefer to avoid the chemical action of self-tanner, Sunkissed offers a direct and washable way to give the skin a healthy glow. The effect is immediately visible upon application, so you have full control over the intensity and avoid the uneven result that self-tanner sometimes leaves behind.
Is this SPF suitable for pigment-sensitive skin and melasma?
Absolutely. Pigment formation is caused not only by UV radiation but also by visible light and heat. Iron oxides — the pigments in this formula — are one of the few ingredients that actually reflect visible light. Combined with 18.6% zinc oxide, this forms one of the most complete protections against melasma that you can apply topically.
Does this tint give an uneven or blotchy result?
No, as long as you briefly warm the cream between your fingertips and apply it with tapping motions instead of rubbing it in. The pigments are fine and evenly distributed in the formula, giving you an even tint that moves smoothly with the skin and doesn’t settle on dry patches.
