Mirror Mirror Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50+ Pa++++
81/100 overall score
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About this sunscreen
Mirror Mirror Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++ is a mineral sunscreen built on zinc oxide and titanium dioxide for broad-spectrum UVA and UVB protection. It finishes matte and wears lightweight, with a medium chance of leaving some white cast, which is common for mineral formulas. The low breakout trigger and excellent makeup-base rating make it a practical pick under foundation, and it is generally unlikely to sting. With a strong score of 80.8 and good protection, it is a solid everyday mineral option.
Ingredient & SPF scores
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UV protection
Good
71
- +41 Zinc Oxide at #3, UV filter (UVA1 +18)
- +26.4 Titanium Dioxide at #10, UV filter (UVA1 +4)
- +4 Label claims (SPF 50, PA rating)
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White cast
Medium
53
- +100 Starting score
- −55 Zinc Oxide at #3
- −15 Titanium Dioxide at #10
- −10 Zinc Oxide + Titanium Dioxide together
- −15 Pure mineral formula
- +47.5 Iron-oxide undertone, partial masking
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Heavy feel
Low
66
- +100 Starting score
- −40 Zinc Oxide at #3
- −6 Titanium Dioxide at #10
- +11.5 Volatile silicone at #1, flashes off
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Fungal acne
Low
76
- +100 Starting score
- −24 1 long-chain (C12+) esters that feed Malassezia (Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate)
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Fabric stains
Medium
40
- +100 Starting score
- −40 Iron-oxide pigments at #11, makeup-like collar marks (washable)
- −15 Zinc Oxide at #3, white marks, worst on dark fabric (washable)
- −5 Both minerals present, heavier deposit
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Moisture
Light
LightNourishing
- ← 8 Volatile carriers flash off, leaving a dry finish
- ← 5 Zinc Oxide at #3, mild sebum absorbent
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Finish
Matte
MatteDewy
- ← 7 Volatile carriers flash off, leaving a dry finish
- ← 4 2 dry-touch emollients reduce greasy shine (Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Caprylyl Methicone)
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Makeup base
Excellent
PillsPrimer
- → 8 Primer-style base, volatile silicones and dimethicone slip
- → 12 2 velvet elastomer fillers, blur and grip
- → 4 Dry-touch esters, smooth fast-absorbing base
- ← 7.5 High mineral load at #3 greys under foundation (tinted)
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Water resistance
Not resistant
Non-water-resistantWater-resistant
Nothing flagged in the ingredient list.
How we rate water resistance →Skincare extras
Beneficial actives this formula contains. Informational only, not part of the rating: their effect depends on a concentration the label does not disclose.
- ✨ Vitamin E
Full ingredient list (18)
What each ingredient does and how it moves each rating: green helps, red hurts, ↑ / ↓ give the direction, and ← / → shift a slider toward its ends (finish, moisture, makeup base). Auto-derived from our scoring rules and the ingredient's position.
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Volatile silicone, flashes off for a light finish
- light ← 8 volatile carrier, flashes off
- matte ← 7 volatile carrier, flashes off
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Emollient, softens and smooths skin
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Mineral UV filter (Zinc Oxide), high in the list, a primary filter
- ↑ 41 UV protection, incl. long-UVA (UVA1)
- ↑ 15 white marks, worst on dark fabric (washable)
- light ← 5 mild sebum absorbent
- pills ← 7.5 High mineral load greys under foundation (tinted)
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Emollient, softens and smooths skin
- matte ← 2 dry-touch emollient, anti-shine
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Emulsifier, keeps oil and water blended
- ↑ 24 feeds malassezia
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Emollient, softens and smooths skin
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Emollient, softens and smooths skin
- matte ← 2 dry-touch emollient, anti-shine
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Emulsifier, keeps oil and water blended
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Volatile silicone, flashes off for a light finish
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Mineral UV filter (Titanium Dioxide), low in the list, likely a minor contributor
- ↑ 26.4 UV protection, incl. long-UVA (UVA1)
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11 Ci 77492
Colorant or pigment
- ↑ 40 makeup-like collar marks (washable)
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12 Ci 77491
Colorant or pigment
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13 Ci 77499
Colorant or pigment
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14 BHT
Antioxidant, protects the formula and skin
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Antioxidant, protects the formula and skin
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Preservative, keeps the formula from spoiling
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Humectant, pulls water into the skin
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18 Neem Oil
Plant oil, an emollient
Does Mirror Mirror Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50+ leave a white cast?
It has a medium chance of leaving some white cast, which is common for mineral sunscreens that rely on zinc oxide and titanium dioxide. Blending it in well and using a thin layer generally helps reduce any visible residue.
Is the Mirror Mirror Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50+ Pa++++ mineral or chemical?
It is a fully mineral sunscreen. The only UV filters are zinc oxide and titanium dioxide, which provide broad-spectrum UVA and UVB protection.
Is it good for oily or acne-prone skin?
It is generally suited to oily and acne-prone skin. The finish is matte, the breakout trigger is low, and the makeup-base rating is excellent, so it tends to sit well under foundation.