Sunforgettable® Total Protection® Face Shield Flex SPF 50
Sunforgettable® Total Protection® Face Shield Flex SPF 50
Colorescience Face Shield Flex™ is a lightweight mineral sunscreen with tinted color coverage immediately evens skin tone for a flawless look. This hydrating, antioxidant-rich all-mineral actives formula is powered by patented EnviroScreen® Technology - which means comprehensive defense against UVA/UVB, Blue Light, Pollution, and Infrared radiation, combined with advanced antioxidants and nourishing, hydrating ingredients for long-term skin health.
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Sunforgettable® Total Protection® Face Shield Flex SPF 50
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Colorescience Flex™ features innovative, iron oxide pigments that bloom in your fingertips to deliver tone-adapting buildable color coverage with a demi-matte finish.
Available in six uniquely flexible shades, each ideal for a broad range of skin tones and under tones. Safe for all skin types, including sensitive.
Broad Spectrum (UVA/UVB) Sunscreen
UVA protection rating: The PA rating measures protection against UVA rays only, and ranges from PA+ to PA++++. UVA rays are so-called “aging” rays.
UVB protection rating:
The SPF rating measures protection against UVB rays only. UVB rays are so-called "sunburn" rays.
SPF 50
Water resistant (40 minutes)
Net Wt. 1.8 fl. oz. / 55 mL
90-day supply based on typical use
Provides environmental protection against UVA/UVB, pollution, blue light, and infrared radiation.
+ Flecks of encapsulated pigments adjust to skin's natural tone
+ Hydrating and antioxidant-rich formula
+ Free of parabens, sulfates, phthalates, oil, dyes, and fragrance
+ 100% chemical-free active ingredient
+ Broad Spectrum SPF 50/PA++++
+ Water/sweat resistant (40 minutes)
+ Dermatologist tested, hypoallergenic, non-comedogenic
+ Medium color coverage, Demi-Matte natural finish
- Activate. Develop. Set. Dispense onto fingertips and rub gently to release and activate encapsulated pigments. As the shade begins to develop from white to your shade, apply to moisturized face and continue to blend for even coverage. Watch as it adjusts to your skin to immediately blur imperfections and even skin tone. The shade is fully developed when product is no longer white. Allow 1-2 minutes for shade to adjust completely. Set with one of our Total Protection brush-on sunscreens or follow with foundation for full-color coverage.
- Pro Tip: Layer underneath your foundation for fuller color coverage or use with Face Shield Glow or Face Shield Bronze to enhance your look.
- One and Done: Evenly apply one layer to entire face, including under eyes for a look that's naturally you and powerfully protected.
- The Foundation Replacer: Build your coverage to your ideal level of flawless perfection. After applying your first layer, wait 1 minute before applying another layer. If you find yourself between two shades, feel free to mix and match any Face Shield products to create your ideal shade match. All Face Shields contain the same great all-mineral actives SPF 50 protection so you'll never have to compromise protection for color.
Vegan: Yes
Paraben-free: Yes
Fragrance-free: Yes
Active Ingredients:
Zinc Oxide 12%
Inactive Ingredients:
Water, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Lauryl PEG-8 Dimethicone, Isododecane, Propanediol, Caprylyl Methicone, Dimethicone, Niacinamide, Tridecyl Salicylate, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Trilaureth-4 Phosphate, Dimethiconol/ Propylsilsesquioxane/ Silicate Crosspolymer, Lauryl PEG-10 Tris(trimethylsiloxy)silylethyl Dimethicone, Mica, Polyester-1, Maltodextrin, Sodium Chloride, Bisabolol (Levomenol), Disodium Lauriminodipropionate Tocopheryl Phosphates, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tremella Fuciformis Sporocarp (Silver Ear Mushroom) Extract, Allantoin, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Caprylyl Glycol, Isoceteth-10, Zein, Hexylene Glycol, Dimethylmethoxy Chromanol, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Zea Mays (Corn) Starch, Silica, Caesalpinia Spinosa (Tara) Fruit Pod Extract, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Sprout Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate, Benzoic Acid, Dehydroacetic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Myristoyl Glutamate, Aluminium Hydroxide, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Iron Oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499).
NOTE: This product contains Niacinamide, or Vitamin B3. If you have a known allergy to Niacinamide, or suspect you may be allergic, please perform a patch test on the forearm or neck area before using this product.
2025 Women's Health Skincare Awards for Best Water Resistant Sunscreen
2025 Women's Wear Daily Editor's Choice Awards for Favorite Tinted SPF Winner
2025 Daily Sun O-Wards Best Face Sunscreen for Darker Skin Tones Winner
2021 ELLE Future of Beauty Winner
2021 Women's Health Best SPF for Sensitive Skin Award Winner
THE SKINTONE PERFECTORS
Face Shield Flex
Buildable Coverage - Apply just one layer for a naturally flawless look, or build another layer or two for fuller coverage, waiting 1 minute between for each layer to set.
Set. Contour. Go! Apply your shade of Face Shield Flex to immediately even skin tone.
Here’s what the familyhas in common
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EnviroScreen® Technology
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All mineral protection, liquid formula
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Hydration
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SPF 50
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40 min. water resistance
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Antioxidants
Know better skin.
Tips to get the most out of your Face Shield Flex.
Dispense onto your fingers, rub gently, and watch as the encapsulated iron oxide pigments are released and bloom in your fingertips.
Once formula is no longer white, apply evenly on face. Finish with just one layer for a naturally flawless finish, or build another layer or two for fuller coverage.
PRO TIP: For a perfected, protected look, apply FLEX all over the face for a flawless canvas, and then use Glow to highlight the high points, and Bronze to contour.
OVERPROTECTION IS AN UNDERSTATEMENT.
This 100% all-mineral* formula features EnviroScreen®Technology to go way beyond UV and provide unmatched protection against sun and pollution, so you're shielded from:
*containing only mineral active ingredients
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UVA/UVB
Provides Broad Spectrum SPF 50/PA+++
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Pollution
Provides protection from pollution exposure
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Blue (HEV) Light
Provides protection against blue light
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Infrared Radiation
Helps minimize damage caused by infrared radiation
All Total Protection® products are
Phthalate-free
Oil-free
Gluten-free
Vegan
Non-comedogenic
Hypoallergenic
Paraben-free
Cruelty-free
Sulfate-free
Phthalate-free
Oil-free
Gluten-free
Vegan
Non-comedogenic
Hypoallergenic
Paraben-free
Cruelty-free
Sulfate-free
Phthalate-free
Oil-free
Gluten-free
Vegan
Non-comedogenic
Hypoallergenic
Paraben-free
Cruelty-free
Sulfate-free
Phthalate-free
Oil-free
Gluten-free
Vegan
Non-comedogenic
Hypoallergenic
Paraben-free
Cruelty-free
Sulfate-free
FLEXIBLE FLAWLESS PROTECTION
Lightweight Total Protection Face Shield FLEX formula delivers buildable color coverage so you can say “goodbye” to your foundation.
*Allow 1 minute to set between layers.
One Layer
Two Layers
Three Layers
we are colorescience
We are not just another skincare company.
We are the architects of skin health transformation. We meet you where you are on your journey to better skin, armed with some serious science and a keen eye for aesthetics. For today, for years to come, and generations to follow, we believe in bringing out your best skin within.
Seasoned + Proven Leadership Driving Results
Our executive leadership team has deep expertise in life sciences and innovation, across a varied collection of industries. These seasoned leaders each have a proven track record of driving growth and meaningful financial results within their respective organizations. While we remain laser-focused on building the business, as members of the Colorescience executive team, we are also unified by a passion for the brands mission: protecting lives the safest way we can, one skincare innovation at a time.
FAQs
Where is the shade specification on my Face Shield Flex bottle?
Where is the shade specification on my Face Shield Flex bottle?
Previously, the shade was noted on the front of the Face Shield Flex bottle, above the SPF 50. However, we have updated our packaging to make the shade specification easier to find. This information can now be found on a tinted sticker on the back of the bottle, rather than in the fine print on the front of the bottle. Don't worry though, the change is only on the outside – there were no changes made to any shades of the Face Shield Flex formula itself.
How do I choose my shade?
How do I choose my shade?
Select the same shade as you would use in our Sunforgettable®Total Protection™Brush-on Shield SPF 50 or our Tint du Soleil.
Does Face Shield Flex work for all skin tones?
Does Face Shield Flex work for all skin tones?
Our current shade lineup offers six shades ranging from Fair to Rich Deep - formulated to flexibly accommodate a wide variety of skin tones and undertones. Colorescience®has always been committed to only utilizing the mineral SPF active ingredients Zinc Oxide and Titanium Dioxide in our sunscreen formulations because they are considered GRASE (Generally Recognized as Safe and Effective) by the FDA and recommended by the American Academy of Dermatology- especially for sensitive skin. While that's a good thing, these minerals can be challenging because they are very white and opaque. We utilize iron oxide pigments for a dual benefit of minimizing the chalky effect of Zinc and Titanium while enhancing HEV (blue) light protection of the formula, but in some formulas there is a pigment threshold which prevents us from achieving the deeper shades we're seeking.
How do I apply this?
How do I apply this?
Activate. Develop. Set!Activate -Dispense onto fingertips and rub gently to release and activate encapsulated pigments.
Develop -As the shade begins to develop from white to your shade, apply to moisturized face and continue to blend for even coverage. Watch as it adjusts to your skin to immediately blur imperfections and even skin tone. The shade is fully developed when product is no longer white.
Set -Allow 1-2 minutes for shade to adjust completely. Tip: Follow with one of our Total Protection brush-on sunscreens or with our Natural Finished Pressed Foundation for fuller color coverage.
Do I need to use any tools, like makeup brushes or sponges, to apply this?
Do I need to use any tools, like makeup brushes or sponges, to apply this?
No need! Face Shield Flex SPF 50 should be applied with fingertips. This ensures the flecks of encapsulated pigments are released and fully activated to give you the color coverage you want as well as to ensure product an adequate amount of product (at least a nickel-size!) is applied to your skin for complete protection.
How often should I apply?
How often should I apply?
Apply Sunforgettable®Total Protection™Face Shield Flex SPF 50 as your first layer of sun and environmental protection in the AM. Like all SPF products, reapply every 2 hours. Or for convenient all-day reapplication on-the-go or directly over makeup, use one of our Total Protection™ brush-on sunscreens.