EltaMD · 1.7 fl oz (50 ml) · B00J5KDCO2
A dermatologist-developed daily facial sunscreen that pairs 9% transparent Zinc Oxide with 7.5% Octinoxate for broad-spectrum SPF 40, plus Hyaluronic Acid for a moisture boost — fragrance-free, non-comedogenic and made to wear alone or under makeup with no white cast.
Section 1Product Information
Identity, positioning and the listing as presented to the US buyer.
| Brand | EltaMD |
| Product | UV Daily SPF 40 Tinted Face Sunscreen Moisturizer |
| Size | 1.7 fl oz (50 ml) |
| ASIN | B00J5KDCO2 |
| Category path | Beauty & Personal Care > Skin Care > Sunscreens & Tanning Products > Sunscreens > Facial Sunscreens |
| Best Sellers Rank | #814 in Beauty & Personal Care; #8 in Facial Sunscreens |
| Availability | In Stock |
| Sold by | Amazon.com |
| Ships from | |
| Delivery window | New York 10001 |
Key claims on the listing
- BROAD SPECTRUM UVA/UVB PROTECTION: This tinted face sunscreen with transparent Zinc Oxide provides broad spectrum SPF 40 protection and helps protect dry, combination, and normal skin types from UVA and UVB damage without leaving white cast residue behind
- FOR MEDIUM-LIGHT TO MEDIUM SKIN TONES: Can be worn alone or under makeup and is the perfect tinted sunscreen for daily commutes and year-round sun protection; use it as part of your daily morning skin care routine after cleansing and moisturizing
- HYDRATES WITH HYALURONIC ACID: Infused with Hyaluronic Acid, this tinted sunscreen moisturizer helps skin retain moisture for a softer feel and reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles by restoring suppleness
- CONVENIENT TRAVEL SIZE SUNSCREEN: This mineral sunscreen is TSA approved and comes in a convenient travel-size pump bottle that easily fits in handbags, beach bags, and carry on luggage so you can protect your skin at home, work, or on the go
- SUITABLE FOR ALL SKIN TYPES: UV Daily comes in both tinted and untinted versions that support a wide range of skin types and complexions; it’s a dermatologist recommended sunscreen that’s fragrance-free, paraben-free, sensitivity-free, and non-comedogenic
Specification sheet
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Scent | Unscented |
| Product Benefits | Ideal for medium-light to medium skin tones; helps protect dry, combination, and normal skin from UVA/UVB rays. See more |
| Sun Protection Factor | 40 sun_protection_factor |
| Item Weight | 48 g |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Unit Count | 1.7 Fluid Ounces |
| Item Dimensions | 1.5 x 1.5 x 4.5 inches |
| Item Volume | 1.7 fluid ounces |
| Package Size Name | 1.7 oz |
| Product Dimensions | 1.5 x 1.5 x 4.5 inches; 1.69 ounces |
| Item model number | 2269 |
| UPC | 390205022694 |
| Manufacturer | EltaMD |
| ASIN | B00J5KDCO2 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #814 in Beauty & Personal Care; #8 in Facial Sunscreens |
Brand content modules
| Broad-Spectrum Protection | 9% transparent Zinc Oxide plus 7.5% Octinoxate deliver SPF 40 UVA/UVB coverage with no white cast. |
| Hyaluronic Acid | Infused to help skin retain moisture, soften texture and reduce the look of fine lines and wrinkles. |
| For Most Skin Types | Positioned for normal, dry and combination skin; gentle on sensitive skin and will not clog pores. |
| Tinted + Untinted Options | Sold in both tinted and untinted versions and doubles as light skin prep under makeup. |
| Travel Size | TSA-approved 1.7 fl oz pump that fits in handbags and carry-on luggage. |
| Dermatologist Recommended | Fragrance-free, paraben-free and sensitivity-free positioning. |
Section 2Product Rating & Buyer Reviews
How 24,675 ratings resolve into sentiment — and where buyers disagree.
Aspect detail
| Aspect | Mentions | Positive | Negative | Positive share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| skin irritation | 1,378 | 956 | 422 | 69% |
| tint | 1,324 | 916 | 408 | 69% |
| sun protection | 1,273 | 1,168 | 105 | 92% |
| effectiveness | 1,050 | 858 | 192 | 82% |
| lightweight | 890 | 855 | 35 | 96% |
| moisturizing | 878 | 705 | 173 | 80% |
| non-greasy | 850 | 693 | 157 | 82% |
| application | 834 | 710 | 124 | 85% |
Section 3Product Ingredients
Two independent registers — the packaging transcription and the community formulation screen — merged into a single 19-row master register, classified by exposure band.
Level classification
| Band | Ingredients | Share | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| Band 1 - Minimal | 0 | 0.0% | Safety band 1 - lowest documented concern. |
| Band 2 - Low | 0 | 0.0% | Safety band up to 2 - low concern, routine use. |
| Band 3 - Moderate | 0 | 0.0% | Safety band up to 3 - moderate, worth attention for reactive skin. |
| Band 4 - Elevated | 0 | 0.0% | Safety band 4 or higher - elevated flag, review individually. |
| Unrated | 19 | 100.0% | No safety number recorded on the packaging register. |
What’s inside — formulation screen
Flags carried: Oil-free — Contains petrolatum and isopropyl palmitate (oil-phase emollients).; Silicone-free — Contains dimethicone and triethoxycaprylylsilane.; Cruelty-free — Not cruelty-free on the independent index.; Fungal-acne-safe — 2 flagged materials (isopropyl palmitate, cetearyl glucoside).; Pore-clogger-free — Isopropyl Palmitate (3-4/1) flagged.; Reef-safe — Contains zinc oxide and ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate (octinoxate-class).; Vegan — Not recorded as vegan on the independent index..
Concerns
| Concern | Flagged ingredients |
|---|---|
| May Worsen Oily Skin | Petrolatum, Isopropyl Palmitate |
| May Trigger Acne | Isopropyl Palmitate (3-4/1) |
| May Worsen Irritation | Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate 7.5% |
Benefits
| Benefit | Ingredients | Benefit | Ingredients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrating | 3 | Good For Oily Skin | 1 |
| Barrier Repair | 2 | Redness Reducing | 1 |
| Anti-Aging | 1 | Scar Healing | 1 |
| Brightening | 1 |
Key ingredients
| Vitamin E (1) | Tocopheryl acetate — protects skin and soothes irritation. |
| Hyaluronic Acid (1) | Sodium hyaluronate — hydrates by attracting and holding water. |
| Mineral UV Filter (1) | Zinc Oxide 9% — absorbs and scatters UVA + UVB. |
| Chemical UV Filter (1) | Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate 7.5% — absorbs UVB rays. |
| Antioxidants (1) | Tocopheryl acetate — shields skin from free-radical damage. |
Sun protection profile
| Band | Coverage | Relevance |
|---|---|---|
| UVB | Well covered | Burning, surface — SPF 40 blocks ~98% (97.5%) of UVB. |
| UVA II | Well covered | Aging. |
| UVA I | Well covered | Deep aging. |
| Filters | Mineral + chemical hybrid | Zinc Oxide 9% (mineral, broad-spectrum) + Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate 7.5% (chemical UVB). |
Formulation roles
Community ingredient sentiment
Master ingredient register
19 rows. Packaging function and safety bands from the packaging transcription; comedogenic / irritancy pairing from the community screen. Active ingredients are marked.
| # | Ingredient | Function | Acne | Irrit. | Safety | Com. | Irr. | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Zinc Oxide (active) | Mineral UV filter, broad-spectrum UVA + UVB | — | — | — | 1 | 0 | Unrated |
| 2 | Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate (active) | Chemical UV filter (UVB absorber) | — | — | — | 0 | 0 | Unrated |
| 3 | Water | Skin Conditioning | — | — | — | — | — | Unrated |
| 4 | Petrolatum | Emollient | — | — | — | 0 | — | Unrated |
| 5 | Isopropyl Palmitate | Emollient | — | — | — | 3-4 | 1 | Unrated |
| 6 | Cetearyl Glucoside | Emulsifying | — | — | — | — | — | Unrated |
| 7 | Dimethicone | Emollient | — | — | — | 1 | 0 | Unrated |
| 8 | Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer | Emulsion Stabilising | — | — | — | — | — | Unrated |
| 9 | Polyisobutene | — | — | — | — | — | — | Unrated |
| 10 | PEG-7 Trimethylolpropane Coconut Ether | Emulsifying | — | — | — | — | — | Unrated |
| 11 | Sodium Hyaluronate | Humectant | — | — | — | 0 | 0 | Unrated |
| 12 | Tocopheryl Acetate | Antioxidant | — | — | — | 0 | 0 | Unrated |
| 13 | Polyether-1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | Unrated |
| 14 | Citric Acid | Buffering | — | — | — | — | — | Unrated |
| 15 | Oleth-3 Phosphate | Surfactant | — | — | — | 2 | 2 | Unrated |
| 16 | Phenoxyethanol | Preservative | — | — | — | — | — | Unrated |
| 17 | Butylene Glycol | Humectant | — | — | — | 1 | 0 | Unrated |
| 18 | Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate | Preservative | — | — | — | — | — | Unrated |
| 19 | Triethoxycaprylylsilane | — | — | — | — | — | — | Unrated |
Formulation read
The community formulation screen carries the 19-row formula; COSDNA was not retrievable at capture, so no packaging-transcription safety bands are available and the register rests on the community comedogenic/irritancy pairs. Risk concentrates in the emollient cluster — isopropyl palmitate (3-4/1) is the single flagged pore clogger and the only fungal-acne trigger of note, while the treatment and protection story is carried by the two active filters (Zinc Oxide 9%, Octinoxate 7.5%), hyaluronic acid, tocopheryl acetate (vitamin E) and dimethicone. The formula is not reef-safe because of octinoxate.
Functional load concentrates in Emollient (3), Other functional (3), UV filter / active (2), Emulsifier (2).
— The captured Amazon listing (B00J5KDCO2) is the TINTED variant; the SkinSort community formulation screen used here is the untinted listing. The two share identical active UV filters (9% Zinc Oxide + 7.5% Octinoxate) and core emollients; the tinted version only adds iron-oxide pigments, which do not change the UV-filter or comedogenic/irritancy profile.
— COSDNA was not retrievable at capture (Cloudflare verification wall); no packaging-transcription safety bands are available, so the master register rests on the community comedogenic/irritancy pairs alone.
— The SkinSort community score is a single review (3.5) — far smaller than the Amazon rating base (24,675 ratings at 4.6); treat the community screen sentiment as directional only.
— A flag does not mean the finished product will clog pores or cause breakouts: concentration, overall formulation, usage and individual skin response all matter.
— Not reef-safe: octinoxate (ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate) is a chemical UV filter restricted in Hawaii and some reef-protection jurisdictions.
Section 4Price Analysis
Tracking history, list economics and where the current offer sits inside its band.
| Price Type | Lowest Ever | Highest Ever | Current | Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon | $16.88 2017-03-01 | $44.00 2026-10-04 | $44.00 2026-10-18 | $38.51 |
| 3rd Party New | $14.00 2015-09-21 | $44.00 2026-10-05 | $44.00 2026-10-19 | $31.35 |
| 3rd Party Used | $13.76 2017-04-04 | $22.30 2016-06-29 | - — | $16.27 |
| Live listing | — | — | $44.00 2026-10-27 | — |
| Current price | $44.00 |
| List price | not shown on listing |
| Discount to list | — |
| Subscribe & Save | $39.60 (10% off) |
| Unit price | $25.88 per fluid ounce |
| Tracking since | 2014-03-28 |
| List reference (tracker) | $43.00 |
Price read
More than twelve years of tracking show a wide, inflation-shaped band: the Amazon channel has ranged $16.88 (Mar 2017) to $44.00 (Oct 2026) and averages $38.51, while third-party-new has ranged $14.00 (Sep 2015) to $44.00 and averages $31.35. The current $44.00 print sits at the very top of the Amazon band, so the listing is expensive right now; Subscribe & Save at $39.60 (-10%) plus a first-order 20% coupon is the only systematic lever, and used stock (avg $16.27) is sporadic and currently untracked.
A safe default daily facial sunscreen for normal, dry and combination skin, including sensitive and post-procedure skin, thanks to its mineral-chemical hybrid filters and fragrance-free, non-comedogenic formula. Acne-prone and Malassezia-prone users should note isopropyl palmitate (3-4/1) and the two fungal-acne flags; reef-conscious buyers should avoid it (octinoxate). The current $44.00 price is at a historical high, so subscription or a coupon is the only meaningful saving.
Section 5Product Photography
Listing imagery as captured, three frames per row.
Buyer-uploaded photographs: 0 rendered at capture time.
Section 6Method & Data Notes
Marketplace facts (pricing, rating base, sentiment aspects, listing copy) were captured from the live US product page on 2026-10-27. Price history covers the tracker channels above from the monitoring start date shown. Formulation data merges two independent registers: the packaging transcription (function, acne, irritant and safety cells) and the community formulation screen (comedogenic / irritancy pairs, benefit and concern tags, badge screen).
Exposure bands classify each ingredient by the highest safety number recorded on the packaging register. Where the two registers disagree, the master register keeps both rows and the divergence is noted in the ingredient commentary. No source links are published with this report.
Limitations
- COSDNA was not retrievable at capture (Cloudflare verification wall), so the packaging-transcription register (function / acne / irritant / safety cells) is absent and the ingredient analysis rests on the community formulation screen alone.
- The captured Amazon listing (B00J5KDCO2) is the tinted variant, but the SkinSort community formulation screen used is the untinted listing; the two share identical active filters and core emollients — only the iron-oxide tint pigments differ.
- The community formulation screen carries a one-review sample (3.5), far smaller than the Amazon rating base (24,675 ratings); its sentiment counts are directional.
- No standalone written review text or buyer-uploaded photographs were rendered on the listing at capture time; sentiment comes from the aggregate aspect panel and the editorial summary.
- The tracker's current observations (2026-10-18/19) predate the live capture (2026-10-27); the live price is authoritative.