EltaMD

EltaMD UV Glow Broad-Spectrum SPF 36.

Sunscreen

About this product

A tinted, broad-spectrum SPF 36 facial sunscreen from EltaMD that is designed to protect skin from UV rays while leaving a luminous, glowy finish.

Full ingredients

Zinc Oxide (20.15%), Water, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Niacinamide, Isopropyl Myristate, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Ethyl Macadamiate, Mica, Glycerin, Propanediol, Cetearyl Nonanoate, Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer, Undecane, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Tridecane, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Chloride, Magnesium Sulfate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Isostearic Acid, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Extract, Xanthan Gum, Bisabolol, Silica, Sodium Hyaluronate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Lactic Acid, Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Extract, Ergothioneine

Guru Score

71%

Mixed

4 experts · Moderate agreement

What the gurus are saying

A luminous, slightly shimmery finish is what this tinted sunscreen is known for, with no white cast and niacinamide to help with redness. It's hydrating, water resistant, and gives enough coverage that fans skip makeup over it. The tint runs deeper than other EltaMD options, and not every expert is sold.

Synthesized from 4 expert reviews · most recent take May 2024

What they liked

Luminous, dewy finish with shimmer
Hydrating, holds moisture well
Mineral-only formula with high zinc oxide

What they flagged

Too heavy and greasy for oily or acne-prone skin
Pricey at full retail

Type

SunscreenCream

Key actives

Niacinamide Hyaluronic acidAHAVitamin ESPF

Formula notes

Fragrance-freeNo drying alcohol

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What the gurus are saying.

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Dr Dray

2.69M subs

~Yay

"I highly suggest EltaMD UV Glow. I love this. I didn't know they had a shade lighter than Sunbeam for some reason. I thought Sunbeam was the lightest shade. This is the one I use. It has niacinamide which is helpful for redness. It has a nice tint, blends in well, zero white cast. It is an organic, AKA chemical sunscreen. Yeah, really a great option. I really like this. I am currently almost finished with my second tube of it. It's nice because it's water resistant."

Dr. Daniel Sugai

723k subs

~Nay

"The UV Glow by EltaMD was a UV no for me."

Cassandra Bankson

2.46M subs

~Yay

"They have the glow sunscreen, which again normally $45, $50. They're on sale for 30. EltaMD is amazing for anti-aging if you're looking for really good cruelty-free sunscreens that doctors and derms recommend."

The Budget Dermatologist

725k subs

~Yay

"The EltaMD UV glow is really hydrating and gives you a nice glow finish."

What the evidence says.

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

Niacinamide

Niacinamide has evidence behind it for redness, uneven tone and supporting the skin barrier, and it is usually well tolerated even by skin that reacts to most things.

Source: DermNet

Alpha hydroxy acids

Alpha hydroxy acids loosen the bonds holding dead cells at the surface. The evidence supports smoother texture and more even tone over time, and they can leave skin more sensitive to sun.

Source: NIH, National Library of Medicine

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

Frequently asked.

What is EltaMD UV Glow Broad-Spectrum SPF 36?

A tinted, broad-spectrum SPF 36 facial sunscreen from EltaMD that is designed to protect skin from UV rays while leaving a luminous, glowy finish.

Is EltaMD UV Glow Broad-Spectrum SPF 36 worth it?

The gurus mostly approve it, but with enough reservations to keep it in the middle at a Guru Score of 71%.

What is EltaMD UV Glow Broad-Spectrum SPF 36's Guru Score?

EltaMD UV Glow Broad-Spectrum SPF 36 holds a Guru Score of 71%. That is our read on how warmly the experts talk about it, based on the verdicts of 4 expert reviewers we have collected.