Pipette Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50: a Guru Score of 68%

What the experts use it for.

The concerns the experts tie this product to, in their own words. Paid and founder takes don't count.

What the gurus are saying.

Every take we've logged from this product's reviews across YouTube. Click any row to watch the moment they said it.

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Dr Dray

2.69M subs

~Mixed

"I tried this Pipet SPF 50 mineral sunscreen a few years ago and the cast isn't too bad for a zinc oxide sunscreen but it's definitely there and it is a pretty emollient finish from what I recall. Just be aware of that. It's not water resistant."

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"I tried this Pipet SPF 50 mineral sunscreen a few years ago and the cast isn't too bad for a zinc oxide sunscreen but it's definitely there and it is a pretty emollient finish from what I recall. Just be aware of that. It's not water resistant."

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"I reviewed the Pipette mineral sunscreen a few years ago when it came out, [...] it's actually not bad, kind of chalky but not too bad. It has gone up in price though."

Dr. Sam Ellis

900k subs

~Yay

"I really like this sunscreen for kids and honestly for adults as well if they want a mineral only option. One, I really like that it comes in a nice big tube so you don't need to be stingy with your sunscreen application, which is an issue that I see come up time and time again. I also really like that it rubs in quite effortlessly. It is a mineral sunscreen, and a mineral sunscreen without some type of white cast really doesn't exist, but I do find that this rubs in quite well."

All 2 takes from Dr. Sam Ellis

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"I really like this sunscreen for kids and honestly for adults as well if they want a mineral only option. One, I really like that it comes in a nice big tube so you don't need to be stingy with your sunscreen application, which is an issue that I see come up time and time again. I also really like that it rubs in quite effortlessly. It is a mineral sunscreen, and a mineral sunscreen without some type of white cast really doesn't exist, but I do find that this rubs in quite well."

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"I think this is a little bit of a controversial sunscreen some people absolutely love it and some people think it leaves way too much of a white cast but it's probably my most used sunscreen on my son Theo who's 17 months now and I like it because I actually can see where I apply it the white cast is beneficial in this case. I also like it because it's really affordable it comes in a nice big tube and I don't feel bad just like chucking it in my backpack and bringing it with me wherever I go."

Allie Glines

829k subs

~Yay

"I think it blends into the skin seamlessly. It's my favorite for the face and for the body. It's actually a baby sunscreen. I started using this when I was pregnant with my daughter and I actually now use it on her and I still use it on myself. It's so good. It's a mineral sunscreen from Pipet, it's SPF 50, and it just leaves the most beautiful finish on the skin as well. I'm really picky and I love mineral sunscreens, and this has been my personal favorite after trying dozens."

Hyram

4.33M subs

~Yay

"It definitely has a white cast rating of one because it's somewhat noticeable, that's just the name of the game with affordable mineral sunscreens, but if you're not super picky about that and just want a good sunscreen that'll protect you this summer, I highly recommend checking this one out."

All 3 takes from Hyram

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"It definitely has a white cast rating of one because it's somewhat noticeable, that's just the name of the game with affordable mineral sunscreens, but if you're not super picky about that and just want a good sunscreen that'll protect you this summer, I highly recommend checking this one out."

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"I personally recommend the Pipette SPF 50. It's a great affordable sunscreen and particularly good if you have dry skin because it has a richer formula."

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"I would rate this as a white cast rating of three, there is still a little bit of a white cast left over, but being that it's a mineral formula at SPF 50, for the price point I think it's one of the best formulas out there. [...] Is it my favorite sunscreen of all? No, it's not, but it does a really good job for its price point and you get the full SPF 50 protection, which is awesome if you're looking to spend the least amount of money on sunscreen possible."

HotandFlashy

1.23M subs

~Nay

"This is a thick white lotion that takes a while to rub in. It feels pretty greasy and has a very shiny finish. It leaves a pinkish purplish white cast. It didn't dry back at all after 20 minutes and was still very shiny, very white, and very greasy looking and feeling."

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 Pipette Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50?

Pipette Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 is a zinc-based mineral sunscreen in a large tube, formulated for broad-spectrum sun protection on the face and body, including for babies and children.

Is Pipette Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 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 Pipette Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50's Guru Score?

Pipette Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 holds a Guru Score of 68%. That is our read on how warmly the experts talk about it, based on the verdicts of 5 expert reviewers we have collected.