Sunforgettable® EnviroScreen Protection Face Shield SPF50 - Flex - Living Beauty

Colorescience

Colorescience - Sunforgettable® Total Protection Face Shield Flex SPF50

$78 CAD

Colorescience Face Shield Flex^™ is a lightweight mineral sunscreen with tinted color coverage immediately evens skin tone for a flawless look. This hydrating, antioxidant-rich all-mineral actives formula is powered by patented EnviroScreen^® Technology. Colorescience Flex^™ features innovative, iron oxide pigments that bloom in your fingertip

If you are not sure between two shades, we recommend selecting the lighter shade.

Key Ingredients:

-Zinc Oxide - Patented, Zinc Oxide 12% provides UVA/UVB and Free Radical Defense.

-Encapsulated Iron Oxides - Micronized pigments used as cosmetic colorants. Encapsulation allows for adjustment to skin’s natural tone. Also proven to protect skin from damage and photoaging caused by blue (HEV) light.

-Niacinamide - Also known as Vitamin B3, it helps soothe skin, aid the skin barrier and balance sebum production.

-LIPOCHROMAN™ - A powerful antioxidant that helps prevent skin aging due to pollution and other environmental aggressors.

-Bisabolol - A soothing agent derived from chamomile oil that helps to calm and condition the skin.

-Vital ET™ - This bio-available form of vitamin E provides antioxidant support while helping soothe redness related to environmental, bacterial, and mechanical factors. It is also shown to help calm skin both prior to and following UV exposure.

-Silver Ear Mushroom Extract - Significantly more hydrating than hyaluronic acid, this extract is proven to provide immediate hydration and improve skin’s ability to retain moisture. Also, helps provide antioxidant support to defend against premature skin aging.

-Infraguard - This combination of tara tannins (a powerful antioxidant) and organic sunflower sprouts helps to protect skin against the aging effects of infrared radiation (IR).

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Full Ingredients List

Active Ingredients:
Zinc Oxide 12%

Inactive Ingredients:
Water, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Lauryl PEG-8 Dimethicone, Isododecane, Propanediol, Caprylyl Methicone, Dimethicone, Niacinamide, Tridecyl Salicylate, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Trilaureth-4 Phosphate, Dimethiconol/ Propylsilsesquioxane/ Silicate Crosspolymer, Lauryl PEG-10 Tris(trimethylsiloxy)silylethyl Dimethicone, Mica, Polyester-1, Maltodextrin, Sodium Chloride, Bisabolol (Levomenol), Disodium Lauriminodipropionate Tocopheryl Phosphates, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tremella Fuciformis Sporocarp (Silver Ear Mushroom) Extract, Allantoin, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Caprylyl Glycol, Isoceteth-10, Zein, Hexylene Glycol, Dimethylmethoxy Chromanol, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Zea Mays (Corn) Starch, Silica, Caesalpinia Spinosa (Tara) Fruit Pod Extract, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Sprout Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate, Benzoic Acid, Dehydroacetic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Myristoyl Glutamate, Aluminium Hydroxide, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Iron Oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499).

NOTE: This product contains Niacinamide, or Vitamin B3. If you have a known allergy to Niacinamide, or suspect you may be allergic, please perform a patch test on the forearm or neck area before using this product.

Benefits

-Provides environmental protection against UVA/UVB, pollution, blue light, and infrared radiation.
-Flecks of encapsulated pigments adjust to skin's natural tone
-Hydrating and antioxidant-rich formula
-Free of parabens, sulfates, phthalates, oil, dyes, and fragrance
-100% chemical-free active ingredient
-Broad Spectrum SPF 50/PA++++
-Water/sweat resistant (40 minutes)
-Dermatologist tested, hypoallergenic, non-comedogenic
-Medium color coverage, Demi-Matte natural finish

FAQs

Why does the formula come out of the bottle as white?
Sunforgettable® Total Protection™ Face Shield Flex SPF 50 features innovative encapsulated pigments within the white sunscreen base. These pigments are the flecks of color that you'll see as you look closely. The pigments are released, or activated, when rubbed gently into your skin, transforming the white to adapt to your skin tone's natural tone and undertones as you blend. Once it has been fully blended and no longer white, any imperfections are immediately blurred and skin tone is even for a flawless look that is powerfully protected.
How do I choose my shade?
Select the same shade as you would use in the Sunforgettable® Total Protection™ Brush-on Shield SPF 50 or the Tint du Soleil.
Does Face Shield Flex work for all skin tones?
The current shade lineup offers six shades ranging from Fair to Rich Deep - formulated to flexibly accommodate a wide variety of skin tones and undertones. Colorescience® has always been committed to only utilizing the mineral SPF active ingredients Zinc Oxide and Titanium Dioxide in the sunscreen formulations because they are considered GRASE (Generally Recognized as Safe and Effective) by the FDA and recommended by the American Academy of Dermatology- especially for sensitive skin. While that's a good thing, these minerals can be challenging because they are very white and opaque. We utilize iron oxide pigments for a dual benefit of minimizing the chalky effect of Zinc and Titanium while enhancing HEV (blue) light protection of the formula, but in some formulas there is a pigment threshold which prevents us from achieving the deeper shades we're seeking.
How do I apply this?
Activate. Develop. Set!
Activate - Dispense onto fingertips and rub gently to release and activate encapsulated pigments.
Develop - As the shade begins to develop from white to your shade, apply to moisturized face and continue to blend for even coverage. Watch as it adjusts to your skin to immediately blur imperfections and even skin tone. The shade is fully developed when product is no longer white.
Set - Allow 1-2 minutes for shade to adjust completely. Tip: Follow with one of the Total Protection brush-on sunscreens or with the Natural Finished Pressed Foundation for fuller color coverage.
Do I need to use any tools, like makeup brushes or sponges, to apply this?
No need! Face Shield Flex SPF 50 should be applied with fingertips. This ensures the flecks of encapsulated pigments are released and fully activated to give you the color coverage you want as well as to ensure product an adequate amount of product (at least a nickel-size!) is applied to your skin for complete protection.
How often should I apply?
Apply Sunforgettable® Total Protection™ Face Shield Flex SPF 50 as your first layer of sun and environmental protection in the AM. Like all SPF products, reapply every 2 hours. Or for convenient all-day reapplication on-the-go or directly over makeup, use one of the Total Protection™ brush-on sunscreens.
What type of color coverage will I receive when using this product?
With one even layer, Sunforgettable® Total Protection™ Face Shield Flex SPF 50 offers medium coverage.
I prefer a look with fuller color coverage. Can I achieve that with this product?
Yes. Sunforgettable® Total Protection™ Face Shield Flex can be layered to achieve a fuller coverage. After applying your first later, wait approximately 1 minute before applying another layer or two to achieve your desired coverage. Face Shield Flex also layers beautifully under liquid of powder foundation.
How long will the product last?
Sunforgettable® Total Protection™ Face Shield Flex SPF 50 will last approximately 90 days, depending on usage.
Do I need to moisturize before? / Does this replace my moisturizer?
Although Sunforgettable® Total Protection™ Face Shield Flex SPF 50 was formulated with ingredients that help to hydrate and nourish, it is best applied to moisturized skin, particularly for those who have dry or fragile skin.
Is this product safe for sensitive skin?
Yes. Sunforgettable® Total Protection™ Face Shield Flex SPF 50 is formulated to suit the range of skin tones within each shade. It is available in 6 natural-looking shades – fair, light, medium, tan, deep, and rich deep.
Is it suitable for oily/acne prone skin?
Total Protection™ Face Shield SPF 50 is 100% mineral environmental protection that is free of chemical active ingredients, oil free, hypoallergenic, non-comedogenic and suitable for all skin types. If you have known allergies or specific ingredient sensitivities, we always recommend consulting your skin health professional before introducing a new product.
What type of finish does this product have?
Sunforgettable® Total Protection™ Face Shield Flex SPF 50 has a demi-matte finish for a look that's between mattified and dewy.
How long do I have to wait before I go into the sun?
As with all SPF products, Sunforgettable® Total Protection™ Face Shield Flex SPF 50 should be applied 15 minutes prior to exposure. In addition, please allow 1-2 minutes for the shade to adjust completely. The shade is fully developed when product is no longer white. Like all SPF products, reapply every 2 hours. For convenient reapplication on-the-go or directly over makeup, Use the Total Protection™ Brush-on Shield SPF 50 brush for all-day, on-the-go reapplication every 2 hours.
In what order do I apply ™ Face Shield Flex SPF 50 in my routine?
Sunforgettable® Total Protection™ Face Shield Flex SPF 50 is designed to be the first step in your makeup routine. We recommend applying after moisturizer and after the primer if you prefer to use one. Total Protection™ Face Shield Flex SPF 50 is designed to be the first step in your makeup routine. We recommend applying after moisturizer and after the primer if you prefer to use one.
Can I use this with a Primer?
Yes, if you would like to use Sunforgettable® Total Protection™ Face Shield Flex SPF 50 with one of the Primers SPF 20, apply the primer first.
Can I use this with Even Up® Clinical Pigment Perfector® / All Calm® Clinical Redness Corrector?
Yes, you will find that all Face Shields offer so much versatility for use in your skincare and makeup regimens, including mixing, layering, or using on select areas of the face. To use Face Shield Flex SPF 50 with treatments, apply Even Up® Clinical Pigment Perfector® or All Calm® Clinical Redness Corrector first. This ensures you are getting the full application of the treatment product. Allow approximately 1 minute to dry. Then apply Face Shield Flex SPF 50.
Is it water-or-sweat resistant?
Yes, Sunforgettable® Total Protection™ Face Shield Flex SPF 50 is water/sweat resistant for up to 40 minutes.
Can I use it on my eyes?
Total Protection™ Face Shields have not been tested for use around the eye area. Use caution when applying to the eye area and avoid getting product into eyes. Consider some of the non-liquid Total Protection™ products, including Brush-On Shield SPF 50, Sport Stick SPF 50 and Color Balms SPF 50 in 8 shades. Color Balms have been ophthalmology tested and are safe for use around the eye area, for sensitive eyes, and contact lens wearers.
Why does Face Shield Flex SPF 50 have a higher PA rating than the other Face Shields?
The Face Shield Flex formula has the same SPF value as the other Face Shield products. The formulas are all different even though they may have the same zinc oxide value, thus obtaining a different PA rating. Colorescience continues to improve the formulas to achieve the highest protection possible.
Can you explain how adherence/water- and sweat- resistance is tested?
Colorescience® follows the FDA guidelines for testing water resistance or adherence to the skin after exposure to water. A panel of 10 people apply the product to their skin prior to being immersed in a whirlpool (of moving or circulating water) for 20-minute cycles. After 20 minutes in the whirlpool, panelists exit the whirlpool before immersing themselves again. For 40 minutes water resistance, panelists are immersed in the water for two 20-minute cycles. For 80 minutes water resistance, this is done a total of 4 times. After all cycles are completed, the SPF that is remaining on the skin is measured. If after 80 minutes in the whirlpool, the SPF remaining is at least 50, the result is an SPF 50 with 80 minutes of water resistance.
Can pregnant or nursing women use Sunforgettable® Total Protection™ products?
Total Protection™ products have not been tested on pregnant or nursing women. Consult your physician before using.
Are Sunforgettable® Total Protection™ products chemical free?
Yes, Colorescience® uses only mineral (also known as physical) sunscreen active ingredients, zinc oxide and/or titanium dioxide in all of our sunscreen products. These are the only 2 sunscreen actives the FDA recognizes as safe and effective. Colorescience® has never and will never use any chemical sunscreen actives.

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The Science

EnviroScreen® Technology - which means comprehensive defense against UVA/UVB, Blue Light, Pollution, and Infrared radiation, combined with advanced antioxidants and nourishing, hydrating ingredients for long-term skin health.

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All skin types

Sensitive Skin

About Colorescience

Colorescience is not just another skincare company. Their products are the architects of skin health transformation. Colorescience meets customers where they are on the journey to better skin, armed with some serious science and a keen eye for aesthetics.

Colorescience products are formulated using therapeutic minerals and select specialty ingredients. They are clinically proven to show visible results and feel great on the skin.

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