Oprah Daily Staff-Approved Sunscreens That Blend Into All Skin Tones (2025)

At the beginning of this summer, more than a few members on our diverse staff, with skin tones that range from milk to cocoa, shared that they didn’t wear sunscreen regularly. The reasons varied: Some hated the goopiness, some blamed it for their breakouts, some with darker skin tones noted that they rarely burn so they don’t prioritize it. But the biggest offense, many agreed, was the awful chalky or even purplish cast it can leave behind.

Here’s the thing: Everyone, no matter their skin tone, needs to apply SPF every day. Sunscreen is the number one way to protect skin from UV damage, which can show up in the form of dark spots, wrinkles, loose skin, and in severe cases, cancer. The beauty team’s mission was obvious. We needed to find formulas that were good enough to change not only our staff’s minds but also their daily skincare habits.

So we collected all the chemical, mineral, and tinted SPF formulas we could get our hands on and asked our staffers to use them regularly. After months of testing, the team has found some favorites, from zinc-based formulas that blend into deeper tones to hydrating textures that give a beautiful glow. Keep reading to discover the sunscreens that are now permanent spots in our routines.

La Roche Posay Anthelios Melt-In Milk Sunscreen SPF 60

• Chemical sunscreen
• Not tinted

I never paid much attention to the idea of applying sunscreen regularly. But when I tried this, I fell in love with it immediately. It really does melt right into your skin! It isn’t sticky or smelly and offers an extra layer of moisture that still works nicely under makeup. Most importantly, it doesn't leave a white cast. —Annastascia Gladston, associate video producer

Ware Sonny SPF 40 Serum

• Mineral sunscreen
• Tinted formula, comes in one shade

My poolside essentials: a fun hat and an effective sunscreen that doesn’t look chalky. I have the hat thing down, but finding the latter can be somewhat tricky for my skin tone. When I tried this, I knew I hit the sunscreen lottery. Lately, I am into tinted formulas to help even out my hyperpigmentation a bit, and this formula blends into my cocoa complexion pretty seamlessly—don’t be deceived by its beige hue! They call it a face serum, but it’s hydrating enough to use as my moisturizer on days when I want something lightweight. —Holly Carter, contributing lifestyle editor

Alastin HydraTint Pro Mineral Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 36

• Mineral sunscreen
• Tinted formula, comes in one shade

Ever since my pregnancies, I’ve dealt with melasma, a skin condition that causes brown splotches to appear on my cheeks. UV light and blue light from screens make them much worse, but a good coating of a tinted, mineral-based sunscreen keeps them at bay. This Alastin formula has been one of my go-tos for years. It’s so easy to smooth on, and it offers moisture, antioxidants, and enough coverage that, most days, it acts as my foundation, too—it’s a teeny bit too dark for my fair skin, but it’s close enough. —Kate Sandoval Box, beauty director

Naturium Dew-Glow Moisturizer SPF 50

• Chemical sunscreen
• Not tinted

I’ve never worn sunscreen under my makeup because it felt thick and greasy. But this is very smooth and lightweight. I put it on, let it soak in, and then apply primer. It feels great because it blends in completely, and I can tell it’s working; I’ve seen a decrease in the number of sun spots on my face! —J’nelle Agee, senior producer

Dermalogica Porescreen SPF 40

• Mineral sunscreen
• Subtle tinted specks in formula, available in one shade

I'm religious about daily sunscreen application, so I won’t put up with not-great formulas. This one is super lightweight, blends in like a dream—no white cast whatsoever—smoothes the look of large pores, and gives me a radiant finish. It kept my fiancé (who is a few shades darker than I am) and I protected during our weeklong vacation in the Vegas heat. —Genesis Rivas, beauty editor

Vacation Classic Whip Sunscreen Mousse

• Chemical sunscreen
• Not tinted

I love the retro late-’80s, early-’90s packaging, and the whipped-cream-inspired formula is not only fun but also really easy to dispense into your hand. It makes body application a breeze. Plus, the foam means there are no drips, and it effortlessly blends into the skin with no sticky or oily feeling. —Aaron Radford-Wattley, E-commerce and SEO manager

EltaMD UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46

• Mineral and chemical sunscreen
• Not tinted

I try to wear sunscreen every day, but I’ve always felt that they’re too oily and cause me to break out. Then I spotted this on our office’s sunscreen shelves. The label says it “calms and protects acne-prone skin,” so I’ve been applying it on my face and head. It melts in easily without any oily residue or white cast—and zero pimples. —Aaron Radford-Wattley, E-commerce and SEO manager

La Roche-Posay Double Repair Face Moisturizer SPF 30

• Chemical sunscreen
• Not tinted

I am a huge advocate for this face lotion-meets-sunscreen. After only weeks of using it daily, not only did I feel more moisturized, but my skin’s texture and tone appeared smoother and more even. Then, all my dark marks began to fade and were soon gone completely. And they haven’t come back! I love that this leaves my skin glowy without a white cast, and it also doesn’t irritate my eyes. —Shelby Copeland, assistant, social and livestream events

Supergoop Glow Stick Sunscreen SPF 50

• Chemical sunscreen
• Clear formula

For long days out in the sun, this clear stick is my best friend. I love that it’s small, lightweight, blends into my skin easily, and is easy to carry around for reapplication during the day. The formula leaves me protected without feeling sticky. —Shelby Copeland, assistant, social and livestream events