I found that the COOLA Sunless Tan Dry Oil works the same as the serum – it just has a different consistency (oil) and method of application (spray). The oil is a thin dry oil that absorbs well and doesn’t feel heavy. I have yet to see another clean spf hair mist, so the COOLA Scalp & Hair Mist might be the only one available. If you’ve ever gotten a sunburn on your hairline you know that it can be a nuisance. I’m all for protecting the scalp and hair from damaging UV rays if at all possible. I’m not a chemist but I imagine it would be difficult to create a 100% mineral hair mist without adding some kind of chemical UV filter bevause the spray would go on white and weigh down hair. COOLA’s Rosilliance is another favorite for mineral tinted sunscreens if you’re looking for something a little luxurious.

When it comes to SPF, which indicates how much protection a product offers against UVB rays (note: not UVA rays), it’s best to look for a formula that offers SPF 30 or higher. “An SPF of 15 filters about 93% of UVB rays, while an SPF of 30 filters out approximately 97%,” explains Halim. On the other hand, an SPF of 50 filters out approximately 98%, though a recent study by EWG claims that SPF products above 50 aren’t necessarily any more effective. That said, choosing a sunscreen with an SPF in the 30 to 50 range is best.

Coola Sunless Tan Body Serum Before and After

After applying, we noticed that the sunscreen was able to hydrate and create a smoother base for makeup, acting as a moisturizer and a primer. It’s also oil-free, so it shouldn’t leave you greasy—but we noticed that it did leave a slight sheen on already oily skin types. Still, we’re giving this sunscreen top honors for its overall lightweight feel, high SPF protection, and clean formula.

The Coola Organic Sunless Tan serum delivers a gradual tans lasting up to 3 days and contains 70%+ organic ingredients including a blend of Argan Oil, Vitamin C, Hyaluronic Acid and plant stem cell cultures. Please note it does NOT provide sun protection. It takes about 2-4 hours for the tan to develop or you can mix a few drops into your facial moisturizer for a more gradual tan. The Coola sunscreen goes on smoothly, much like a thin face lotion, and it doesn’t take a lot of ... [+] rubbing for it to sink in. Elyse Moody For Forbes Weightless Texture A “nice glow” is how testers described the finish. I personally found that I loved how it made my skin look–fresh, bright and even more awake, with no white cast at all—and that it continued to feel great 2-plus hours later. I never expected a sunscreen to give my skin such a boost, and it was a very pleasant bonus. Theresa Holland is a commerce writer specializing in lifestyle and cosmetics. She considered dozens of sunscreens for the face for this roundup, evaluating each on active ingredients, texture and skin-feel of formula, and finish.

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I treated the COOLA Sunless Tan Luminizing Body Serum and loved it! It’s 70% organic, Ecocert Ceritifed & 99% natural. The Sunless Tan serum contains pearlescent mica for a sunlit golden shimmer, & sugar-beet derived DHA for that post-vacation radiance- with a pina colada scent. None of our testers reported a white cast with the Coola Classic Face Organic Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50. Even our bearded tester found that it disappeared without leaving any visible or chalky residue behind. Is Coola Sunscreen Nontoxic? COOLA is a clean sunscreen brand that uses at least 70% certified organic ingredients with a Farm to Face approach. COOLA is widely sold at ULTA stores and has a large array of both mineral and chemical sunscreens in fragrance free and scented options to suit all preferences. While COOLA does use a very high percentage of organic ingredients, one thing to note is many of their products use chemical UV filters. But, COOLA’s luxe and high performance products are undoubtedly convenient and very easily accessible thanks to ULTA. If you’re not sure you’ll like a product, you can always head over to your nearest ULTA store and try out their tester products. I’m sharing the best and worst COOLA sunscreen products in this COOLA review.

Mineral Matte also contains ingredients like Cucumber Fruit Extract, Evening Primrose Oil, Linseed Seed Oil, Rose Hip Oil & Shea Butter to fight free radicals, leave skin hydrated and retain moisture. There’s also the Cucumber version that has no tint but basically feels like the exact same formula with a light cucumber scent. The Coola Mineral Matte Tinted Sunscreen contains: I prefer the Skinny Dip and Nude Beach shades because they don’t contain petroleum derived lake dyes. The other shades do contain them to achieve the color.

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Californian brand COOLA is passionate about creating beautiful product experiences that embody a happy, healthy lifestyle. Believing that clean beauty should feel as good as it is healthy, they’re on a mission to develop organic products that not only deliver noticeable results, but are a pleasure to use every single day. Brand History

If you’re looking for a luxury tinted spf lip balm with sun protection, the COOLA Mineral Liplux is a great option. This is another COOLA product that is 100% mineral with Titanium Dioxide 3.6% and Zinc Oxide 3.0%. When we first applied this product, we were pleasantly surprised at how seamless it is—it almost felt like we didn’t have sunscreen on at all. It has a smooth texture that spreads easily (almost like a liquid foundation) and is hydrating without becoming greasy. It doesn’t settle into fine lines or accentuate wrinkles, making it the perfect base for the rest of your makeup. The only thing that we could complain about is that the dewiness does fade throughout the day and would have to be reapplied if you’re using it for makeup coverage. But as we know, sunscreen should be applied multiple times throughout the day, so we still love this formula nonetheless. I applied 3 pumps for top half of leg & 3 for the bottom. The COOLA sunless tan gives it an immediate subtle tan glow and in two hours it deepens to a real looking tan. The COOLA sunless tan serum completely absorbs and doesn’t stain onto bed sheets even if you get sweaty at night like me. You can use it daily to build the tan. One use lasts 2-3 days as it fades though this will likely depend on factors like if you exfoliate etc. COOLA Sunless Tan Dry Oil Mist Before and After Another great COOLA tinted face sunscreen, the Rosilliance BB Cream is a sheer lightweight tinted moisturizer that comes in three shades. The light/medium shade is a tad too dark but because it’s so sheer it just makes me look tan. The COOLA Rosilliance BB cream gives my skin a dewy finish while providing very light coverage. It’s perfect if you want your skin to look like yours while your minor blemishes are blurred. The Rosilliance cream also uses physical UV filter titanium dioxide to provide UV protection. I’ve worked as a journalist for my entire decade-plus career. I served as health and wellness editor at O, The Oprah Magazine and Martha Stewart Living, guiding the coverage of sun protection. Due to my family history of skin cancer, I’m personally invested in finding the best face sunscreen. This story helped me find a new formula I like enough to wear consistently.Azza Halim, MD, is a board-certified anesthesiologist/aesthetics/functional medicine physician based in Florida with locations in California and Chicago. What to Look for When Buying Sunscreen SPF Protection Between 30 and 50 The Mineral Liplux Tinted Lip Balms are buttery smooth and feel nourishing with plenty of butters like organic cupuaçu butter and mongongo oil.