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Squalane + Zinc Sheer Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30.

Biossance Squalane + Zinc Sheer Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30
Sunscreen

About this product

A mineral sunscreen with squalane designed to provide SPF 30 broad-spectrum sun protection.

Full ingredients

Guru Score

68%

Mixed

4 experts · Moderate agreement
4Gurus
2Yay
1Mixed
1Nay

What they liked

  • Nourishing and hydrating for dry skin
  • Blends well and nearly invisible finish
  • Soft texture that feels good on skin

What they flagged

  • Greasier than the previous formula
  • Leaves ashy tone on deep skin tones
  • Requires working into skin to blend

What the gurus are saying

The blendability and soft texture stand out among mineral sunscreens. It glides on and blends exceptionally well, working even on deeper skin tones, though very deep skin may notice slight ashiness. The rich, hydrating formula is especially good for dry skin, but you'll need to work it in rather than patting on. One note: some reviewers found it greasier than the original version.
Synthesized from 4 expert reviews · most recent take June 2025

What the gurus are saying.

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~Nay
"Their new sunscreen sucked though so don't get that but anything well if you like it then get it but I didn't like it. I found it to be greasier than the previous versions."
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"It does feel more greasy than their original version did, like a lot more greasy, so I'm not a big fan of that."
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"Their new sunscreen sucked though so don't get that but anything well if you like it then get it but I didn't like it. I found it to be greasier than the previous versions."
~Mixed
"It was beloved by many but they pulled it last year sometime and now they have a relaunch. For very deep skin tones it will leave a slight ashy tone that you'll need to cover up with the touch of makeup. I hope the formula is as good as it was before. I have heard some rumors that it's not quite as great but I'm definitely interested in trying this relaunch once I get through the 15 or 20 sunscreens that I'm currently going through."
~Yay
"If you're someone with dry skin who wants a really nourishing and hydrating formula, the Biossance Squalane Mineral SPF 30 is a great option. I always recommend this one to people who want to really focus on hydration and moisture, and it does actually work for people with darker skin tones as well. Keep in mind you do have to work it into the skin, but it's a great option."
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"If you're someone with dry skin who wants a really nourishing and hydrating formula, the Biossance Squalane Mineral SPF 30 is a great option. I always recommend this one to people who want to really focus on hydration and moisture, and it does actually work for people with darker skin tones as well. Keep in mind you do have to work it into the skin, but it's a great option."
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"The Biossance Squalane Mineral SPF 30 sunscreen is a classic if you want a really rich, moisturizing formula that provides the protection you need. You can find it alongside our products at Sephora. It's a great staple for getting that daily sun protection."
~Yay
"I really love the Biossance Squalane + Zinc Sheer Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30. It struggles in facial hair but on the skin I love the way it feels, super hydrating."
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"I did a sponsor video with Biossance for their relaunch of their mineral squalane sunscreen. I am very passionate about this sunscreen. It is incredible how well that blends with my skin tone. It's so hydrating for a mineral sunscreen. It's a premier non-tinted mineral sunscreen, so I am obsessed with that product lately."
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"This sunscreen is insane, how soft it is, how well it blends. The reason I put a ton of it on is because I was going to do a full finger length on the side of my face. I was very surprised because it is not tinted, and for a non-tinted mineral sunscreen to even remotely blend with my skin is a huge feat. It's almost impossible. It even will go into my facial hair pretty decently. Once this sets, it's acceptable and is above and beyond where most, if not any, non-tinted mineral sunscreen has landed to date. I'm confident that it's still better than probably any other mineral sunscreen I've put on my face that's not tinted. I feel strongly about this. It's exceptionally good. It's super hydrating, so esthetically it's like a notch above anything else. This one is phenomenal. We love Biossance. That squalane finish is unmatched when it comes to its textures. This also does have that ecton that we talked about that's able to block some of that visible light that we're worried about when you have melasma."
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"This is a mineral sunscreen and I think this is as good as it gets when it comes to blendability. It's near invisible, but if you have a deeper darker skin tone it may be a little bit visible on you, so this is something that you certainly have to try on your skin and make sure that it's going to match with you. For me it does great, it's super nice, super gentle, feels hydrating, aesthetically it's a huge win. What's really special about this sunscreen is the ectoin. Ectoin is actually a really hero ingredient. Not only is it moisturizing, super hydrating, has the ability to bind water molecules and has really long lasting hydration throughout the day, but it also gives you the ability to protect against visible light and blue light. There are studies that show this. It actually has anti-pollution benefits, so it's proven for its anti-pollution benefits across the world. It's a super interesting ingredient in the fact that not only is it hydrating and moisturizing but also has protection benefits, and these particular protection benefits are the type of protection benefits that you would want to see in a sunscreen, especially if you're someone who's prone to dark spots."
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"I really love the Biossance Squalane + Zinc Sheer Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30. It struggles in facial hair but on the skin I love the way it feels, super hydrating."
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"This one is pure zinc sunscreen. It has that squalane finish that you always get with the Biossance products. You may have to work this one in a little bit. I would say it's near invisible, not invisible like these Korean sunscreens or Supergoop, but for a mineral sunscreen, this is about as close to invisible as you can get with them. Just absolutely love the way it looks on my skin. Like all Biossance products, they just nail that component of it. They nail texture, feel, and look with products. I mean, really just crush it. Love this one. Anyone who's tried it will tell you the same thing. It's really a killer in that mineral sunscreen category."

What the evidence says.

Independent of what the gurus think, this is what the published research supports about the main active ingredients here.

Sunscreen filters

Sun protection is the best evidenced way to slow visible ageing, and the filters are what does the work. Mineral and chemical filters both protect when a product is applied thickly enough and often enough, which is where most people fall short rather than on the choice of filter.

Source: DermNet

Humectants and emollients

Ingredients like these draw water into the surface layers and slow how fast it leaves. The evidence is for comfort, softness and hydration rather than for changing the structure of the skin.

Source: DermNet

Frequently asked.

What is Biossance Squalane + Zinc Sheer Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30?

A mineral sunscreen with squalane designed to provide SPF 30 broad-spectrum sun protection.

Is Biossance Squalane + Zinc Sheer Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 worth it?

The gurus mostly approve it, but with enough reservations to keep it in the middle at a Guru Score of 68%.

What is Biossance Squalane + Zinc Sheer Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30's Guru Score?

Biossance Squalane + Zinc Sheer Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 holds a Guru Score of 68%. That is our read on how warmly the experts talk about it, based on the verdicts of 4 expert reviewers we have collected.

Who is Biossance Squalane + Zinc Sheer Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 best for?

Biossance Squalane + Zinc Sheer Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 is generally suited to oily skin and acne-prone skin.

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