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SunnyDays Tinted SPF 30
A gentle 100% mineral tinted SPF 30 with buildable light-medium coverage and an NEA seal, in 17 shades.
7.7
Good
Beauty score
#6 of 8 sunscreen
Community
—/10
- Format
- Skin tint
- Size
- 1 fl oz
- Price per oz
- $31.55 / oz
- Price tier
- Mid-range
Made for: All skin types · Sensitive skin
Last reviewed November 2, 2026 by our editors · How we score
The verdict
A gentle 100% mineral tinted SPF 30 with buildable light-medium coverage and an NEA seal, in 17 shades.
Tower 28 SunnyDays Tinted SPF 30 is a 2-in-1 mineral sunscreen and foundation using 12.6% non-nano zinc oxide, with light-to-medium buildable coverage and a natural finish. It is fragrance-free, essential-oil-free and alcohol-free, and Tower 28 says it is the first complexion product with the National Eczema Association Seal of Acceptance. Byrdie and Allure testers praise its weightless, skin-like finish with no white cast. Caveats: SPF 30 only works if applied generously, the slightly dewy finish may need powder on oily skin, and 1 fl oz for $32 goes quickly.
Best for
- Sensitive or eczema-prone skin that wants coverage and SPF in one step
- Light, natural-looking everyday makeup
- People avoiding chemical filters
What we love
- 100% mineral (non-nano zinc oxide) and free of fragrance, essential oils and alcohol
- National Eczema Association Seal of Acceptance
- Buildable light-to-medium coverage with a natural finish
- 17 shades from fair to rich
Worth knowing
- Only SPF 30, and protection depends on a generous layer
- Small 1 fl oz tube for the price
- Slightly dewy finish may need powder on oily skin
- One Byrdie tester fell between two shades, so shade matching can take trial and error
How it scored
The breakdown.
Five factors, weighted for formulas. Here’s our working.
7.7Good
Beauty score out of 10. Brands can’t pay for placement — ever.
- Results30%7.8
Testers report zero white cast, buildable light-to-medium coverage that evens redness, and no breakouts; as with any tinted SPF, the labeled protection depends on applying a full layer.
- Formula & ingredients20%8.3
A single, gentle filter (12.6% non-nano zinc oxide) in a fragrance-, essential-oil- and alcohol-free base carrying the NEA Seal of Acceptance.
- Texture & experience15%7.7
Byrdie testers describe a serum-like, weightless texture with a natural to slightly dewy finish; oily skin may need powder to control shine.
- Value20%6.6
$32 for 1 fl oz is mid-priced for a tinted mineral SPF but runs out fast if applied at sunscreen quantities.
- Community love15%7.9
Byrdie ranks it the best overall tinted sunscreen and Allure names it best for shade range; editors' reviews are enthusiastic, with shade matching the main gripe.
Beauty profile
Inside the bottle.
Texture
Tinted mineral sunscreen-foundation with light-medium buildable coverage (brand description)
Format
Skin tint
Finish
Natural
Coverage
Buildable
Shade range
17 shades
Sun protection
SPF 30· Mineral
Fragrance
Fragrance-free
Size
1 fl oz / 30 ml
Key ingredients
Ingredient encyclopedia →- ZnZinc oxideUV filters — ingredient guide
- CaCentella asiaticaBarrier & repair — ingredient guide
- GlGlycerinHydrators — ingredient guide
What’s in it: Non-nano zinc oxide 12.6% as the sole UV filter; aloe leaf water, prickly pear (Opuntia) fruit, centella asiatica and sage extracts; iron oxides and titanium dioxide (CI 77891) as colorants.
How to use
Use daily as the last step of skincare and the first step of makeup; remove with an oil-based cleanser and water.
Free from (brand-stated)
- fragrance
- essential oils
- alcohol
- gluten
- oxybenzone
Claims & certifications
- National Eczema Association Seal
- Vegan
- Cruelty-free (brand-stated)
- Fragrance-free
- Non-comedogenic
- Dermatologist-tested
- Ophthalmologist-tested
Full ingredient list (INCI)29 ingredients · key actives highlighted · as listed by the brand
- Zinc oxide 12.6%,
- Water/Aqua/Eau,
- Isononyl Isononanoate,
- C9-12 Alkane,
- Butyloctyl Salicylate,
- Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate,
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride,
- Glycerin,
- Ethylhexyl Methoxycrylene,
- Trimethylsiloxysilicate,
- Mica,
- Polyglyceryl-2 Isostearate,
- Sodium Chloride,
- Phenoxyethanol,
- Disteardimonium Hectorite,
- Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate,
- Polyhydroxystearic Acid,
- Coco-Caprylate/Caprate,
- Isostearic Acid,
- Lecithin,
- Polyglyceryl-6 Polyhydroxystearate,
- Jojoba Esters,
- Ethylhexylglycerin,
- Sodium Phytate,
- Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Water,
- Centella Asiatica Extract,
- Opuntia Tuna Fruit,
- Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Extract. May Contain (+/-): Iron Oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499),
- Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891).
Formulas change. Always check the packaging, and patch-test if your skin is reactive.
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Price & value
Is it worth it?
Typical price
$32.00
for 1 fl oz / 30 ml
Per ounce
$31.55
DrugstoreMid-rangePrestigeLuxury
About 98% more per ounce than the typical sunscreen we review. Our value score: 6.6/10 for a mid-range pick.
Price checked November 2026 at a non-Amazon retailer. Prices change — retailers show the current one.
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FAQ
Good questions.
Is Tower 28 SunnyDays a mineral sunscreen?
Yes. Its only UV filter is 12.6% non-nano zinc oxide, and Tower 28 describes it as 100% mineral.
How many shades does SunnyDays come in?
The brand site lists 17 shades, from 05 Fairfax (fair with pink undertones) to 70 Venice (rich with neutral undertones), and offers a shade quiz.
Can it replace both sunscreen and foundation?
It is designed as a 2-in-1 sunscreen and foundation. To get the labeled SPF 30 you need a full sunscreen-sized layer, so many people pair it with a separate sunscreen underneath.
How do I remove it?
Tower 28 recommends removing it with an oil-based cleanser followed by water.
Sources we checked (8)
- tower28beauty.com/products/sunnydays-tinted-spf
- tower28beauty.com/products/sunnydays-tinted-spf.json
- tower28beauty.com/pages/about-2-0
- amazon.com/dp/B0CCPCRD37
- byrdie.com/best-tinted-sunscreens-8641351
- byrdie.com/sunscreen-foundation-review-5202549
- allure.com/gallery/best-tinted-sunscreen-for-face
- shop.tiktok.com/us/pdp/tower-28-sunnydays-spf-30-tinted-sunscreen-foundation-for-sensitive-skin/1729415053338513606
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