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Anthelios Melt-In Milk Sunscreen SPF 60 vs Anthelios Mineral Tinted Sunscreen SPF 50

La Roche-Posay Anthelios Melt-In Milk Sunscreen SPF 60 edges out La Roche-Posay Anthelios Mineral Tinted Sunscreen SPF 50, 8.2 to 7.8. It wins on results, formula and texture and feel.

Benefit fingerprints

What each one does.

La Roche-Posay Anthelios Melt-In Milk Sunscreen SPF 60

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La Roche-Posay Anthelios Mineral Tinted Sunscreen SPF 50

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Every detail, compared.

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Beauty score
8.2Great
7.8Good
Results30% of score
8.5
8.2
Formula & ingredients20% of score
8.1
8.0
Texture & experience15% of score
7.7
7.6
Value20% of score
8.2
7.0
Community love15% of score
8.4
8.0
Community
No ratings yet
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PriceTypical, checked by our editors
$37.99/ 5 fl oz / 150 mlMid-range
$39.99/ 1.7 fl oz / 50 mlMid-range
Price per ounceLowest wins
$7.49 / oz
$23.65 / oz
What it does
  • UV protection
  • Antioxidant
  • Waterproof
  • Hydrating
  • UV protection
  • No white cast
  • Sheer coverage
  • Antioxidant
Made for
Sensitive skin, All skin types
All skin types, Sensitive skin
Format
Sunscreen lotion
Sunscreen lotion
Texture
Velvety, fast-absorbing milk lotion (brand description)
Thin, non-greasy fluid with a subtle, blendable tint (La Roche-Posay and Ulta descriptions)
Finish
Natural
Natural
Coverage
—
Sheer
ShadesMore wins
—
1
Sun protection
SPF 60· Chemical filters
SPF 50· Mineral filters
Fragrance-free
Yes
Yes
Claims
Skin Cancer Foundation Seal, Fragrance-free, Paraben-free, Non-comedogenic, Dermatologist-tested
Skin Cancer Foundation Seal, Non-comedogenic, Fragrance-free, Paraben-free, Dermatologist-tested, FSA/HSA eligible
Brand origin
🇫🇷 French pharmacy
🇫🇷 French pharmacy
Video reviews
Best for
  • • Beach, pool and outdoor sports days
  • • Anyone wanting one sunscreen for face and body
  • • Sensitive skin that reacts to fragrance
  • • Sensitive or melasma-prone skin that wants a tinted mineral SPF
  • • Light to medium skin tones that want a sheer, makeup-friendly base
Strengths
  • SPF 60 with 80-minute water resistance
  • Fragrance-free, oil-free and non-comedogenic
  • Recommended by the Skin Cancer Foundation
  • 100% mineral SPF 50 with 11% titanium dioxide
  • Iron-oxide tint offsets white cast and adds visible-light coverage
  • Fragrance-free, oil-free and non-comedogenic
Watch-outs
  • Contains alcohol denat.
  • Heavier than dedicated daily face fluids
  • SPF 50 version comes in only one universal tint
  • The new deeper shades are a different SPF 40 formula, which can confuse shoppers
Where to buy

FAQ

Quick answers.

Which is better, Anthelios Melt-In Milk Sunscreen SPF 60 or Anthelios Mineral Tinted Sunscreen SPF 50?

La Roche-Posay Anthelios Melt-In Milk Sunscreen SPF 60 edges out La Roche-Posay Anthelios Mineral Tinted Sunscreen SPF 50, 8.2 to 7.8. It wins on results, formula and texture and feel.

Which is better value?

La Roche-Posay Anthelios Melt-In Milk Sunscreen SPF 60 works out to about $7.49 / oz and La Roche-Posay Anthelios Mineral Tinted Sunscreen SPF 50 to about $23.65 / oz, based on typical non-Amazon retail prices when we last checked.

How do you score them?

Both are scored on the same five-factor rubric (results, formula & ingredients, texture & experience, value, community love), using the formula or specs, verified creator reviews, community consensus and value. Brands can’t pay for placement.