CeraVe Mineral Face Sunscreen SPF 50 Travel Size 2.5 oz — Zinc Oxide & Titanium Dioxide, Hydrating with Ceramides

CeraVe 100% Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 is a lightweight, dermatologist-developed facial sunscreen that uses zinc oxide and titanium dioxide to provide broad-spectrum mineral protection while supporting skin hydration with ceramides, hyaluronic acid, and niacinamide.

This travel-size, oil-free formula is designed for daily use on the face and neck. It combines physical UV filters with skin-repairing ingredients to help preserve the skin’s moisture barrier without added fragrance or oils. The lotion is non-comedogenic and suitable for sensitive skin types, making it an easy option to layer under makeup or wear alone.

How does this mineral sunscreen protect my skin?

The product relies on zinc oxide and titanium dioxide—physical filters that sit on the skin’s surface and reflect UVA and UVB rays. It contains no oxybenzone or avobenzone, aligning with Hawaii-compliance standards for mineral-only active ingredients. Because it is a broad-spectrum SPF 50, it helps reduce the amount of UV radiation reaching the skin when applied correctly.

• Active ingredients: zinc oxide and titanium dioxide for physical UV defense.
• Broad-spectrum SPF 50 shields against both UVA and UVB exposure.
• Formulated without oxybenzone or avobenzone; suitable where chemical filters are restricted.
• Apply evenly in thin layers to face and neck for reliable coverage.

Will it feel heavy or clog my pores?

This sunscreen is oil-free and non-comedogenic, so it's formulated to minimize pore congestion and excess shine. The texture is designed to be lightweight and blendable, though mineral formulas can initially appear slightly white; proper application helps the finish disappear into the skin. It’s also fragrance-free and allergy-tested for gentle daily wear.

• Oil-free, non-comedogenic formula reduces risk of blocked pores.
• Fragrance-free and allergy tested for sensitive skin compatibility.
• Best applied in thin, worked-in layers to avoid white cast.
• Suitable as a makeup primer or standalone facial sun protection.

How does it support skin hydration and barrier function?

Beyond UV protection, the lotion includes three essential ceramides to help restore and maintain the skin’s natural barrier. Hyaluronic acid attracts and holds moisture at the skin’s surface, while niacinamide supports an even-looking complexion. These supporting ingredients make the sunscreen both protective and hydrating for everyday use.

• Ceramides 1, 3 and 6-II to reinforce the skin’s natural barrier.
• Hyaluronic acid helps retain surface moisture for smoother feel.
• Niacinamide helps support overall skin appearance and tone.
• Developed with dermatologists to pair sun defense with skin care benefits.

How should I apply and when is it best used?

For optimal protection, apply liberally to the entire face and neck before sun exposure and reapply at least every two hours or after swimming or sweating. Because it’s a mineral formula, applying in thin, even layers and massaging it in helps minimize visible residue. The 2.5 oz travel size fits well in bags for daily commuting or short trips.

• Apply generously to face and neck; reapply every two hours when outdoors.
• Use thin, evenly distributed layers and rub in thoroughly to reduce white cast.
• Water-resistant guidelines are product-dependent; follow label directions for activity.
• Compact 2.5 oz tube is convenient for travel and on-the-go top-ups.

Who is this for: This CeraVe mineral sunscreen is suited for anyone seeking a gentle, dermatologist-developed SPF 50 option for daily facial use—especially people with sensitive or combination skin who prefer physical blockers and want added hydration and barrier support. It’s also a practical choice for travelers or those in regions where chemical sunscreens are restricted, and for users who want a no-fragrance, oil-free formula that layers well under makeup.

Ingredients

ACTIVE INGREDIENTS: TITANIUM DIOXIDE (9%), ZINC OXIDE (7%) INACTIVE INGREDIENTS: WATER, GLYCERIN, C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE, DIMETHICONE, ISODODECANE, STYRENE/ACRYLATES COPOLYMER, GLYCERYL STEARATE, BUTYLOCTYL SALICYLATE, DICAPRYLYL CARBONATE, PROPANEDIOL, STEARIC ACID, ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE, PEG-100 STEARATE, SORBITAN STEARATE, NIACINAMIDE, PEG-8 LAURATE, CERAMIDE NP, CERAMIDE AP, CERAMIDE EOP, SORBITAN ISOSTEARATE, CARBOMER, CETEARYL ALCOHOL, CETEARETH-20, TRIETHOXYCAPRYLYLSILANE, DIMETHICONOL, SODIUM CITRATE, SODIUM LAUROYL LACTYLATE, SODIUM DODECYLBENZENESULFONATE, MYRISTIC ACID, SODIUM HYALURONATE, CHOLESTEROL, PALMITIC ACID, PHENOXYETHANOL, CHLORPHENESIN, TOCOPHEROL, HYDROXYETHYL ACRYLATE/SODIUM ACRYLOYLDIMETHYL TAURATE COPOLYMER, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, CITRIC ACID, PANTHENOL, XANTHAN GUM, PHYTOSPHINGOSINE, POLYHYDROXYSTEARIC ACID, POLYSORBATE 60, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN