Is Supergoop sunscreen clean?

What does clean actually tell you?

"Clean" and "natural" are unregulated skincare labels, which leaves the marketing department plenty of room to stretch its legs. Neither tells you whether a sunscreen will suit your skin. Natural ingredients can cause allergic reactions, and an ingredient's origin does not determine its safety. "Hypoallergenic" also has no FDA definition, so do not treat it as a promise that a product cannot cause an allergy.14

Which Supergoop formula are you considering?

For Glowscreen SPF 40, Sunrise lists avobenzone 3%, octisalate 5% and octocrylene 10% as active ingredients. Dawn, Golden Hour and Sunset instead list avobenzone 3%, homosalate 4%, octisalate 5% and octocrylene 8%. Even the shade changes the formula. Titanium dioxide appears in the inactive ingredient lists, but that does not make these versions mineral sunscreens: classification depends on the active sunscreen ingredients. Read the package you receive, because Supergoop says ingredient lists can change.35

If you specifically want mineral sunscreen, Supergoop's range includes Mineral Mattescreen SPF 40, PLAY Mineral Lotion SPF 30 and PLAY Mineral Sunscreen Stick SPF 50. The range offers primers, lotions and other formats, with natural or glowy finishes. Look for zinc oxide, titanium dioxide or both in the active ingredient section rather than judging by the product name alone.25

Are chemical sunscreen filters unsafe?

The FDA is seeking additional safety data for several filters, including avobenzone, homosalate, octisalate and octocrylene. That is different from finding that their risks outweigh their benefits. The FDA made that finding for PABA and trolamine salicylate in its September 2026 final order. For zinc oxide and titanium dioxide, the FDA's 2021 proposal supports generally recognized as safe and effective status. The FDA continues to advise sunscreen use alongside other sun protection measures.6

What should you choose instead of chasing clean?

• Start with broad spectrum protection, meaning protection against UVA and UVB rays, SPF 30 or higher, and water resistance.
• For sensitive skin, consider mineral sunscreen and avoid fragrance. If sunscreen stings or burns, look for a formula whose only active filters are zinc oxide and titanium dioxide.
• For oily skin or skin prone to acne, look for the label "noncomedogenic", meaning formulated not to clog pores, rather than "clean".
• For a glowy makeup base, Glowscreen SPF 40 is a lightweight tinted lotion that Supergoop recommends for normal, combination or dry skin.

Glowscreen doubles as a makeup primer, so the glow has a second job.3

How do you use Glowscreen SPF 40?

1. 1Finish your skincare routine, then apply Glowscreen generously and evenly across your face and neck, 15 minutes before sun exposure.
2. 2Allow 30 seconds for absorption before applying makeup.
3. 3Reapply at least every two hours. Use a water resistant sunscreen for swimming or sweating.

Use sunscreen every day you will be outside, on skin not covered by clothing, and combine it with shade and protective clothing. Do not apply Glowscreen to damaged or broken skin. Stop using it and ask a doctor if a rash occurs. Seek medical care for a rash that worsens, affects your eyes or mouth, disrupts sleep, or lasts more than three weeks.135