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Peter Thomas Roth Water Drench Broad Spectrum SPF 45 Hyaluronic Sheer Tint Moisturizer

This sunscreen is a great option for those who want hydration and sun protection in one step. The water-cream texture feels refreshing, and the sheer tint adds a touch of radiance. It's a good choice for daily wear, especially for drier skin types.

Sephora price

$25.00

Price matters most when you are trying to learn whether this lane belongs in your routine without turning the test into a luxury gamble.

Sephora reviews

4.6 / 5

About 263 reviews on the current Sephora source, so there is real volume behind the reputation.

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Glass take

4.5 / 5 overall fit

A lightweight, hydrating sunscreen with a sheer tint that offers good sun protection and a dewy finish.

Peter Thomas Roth Water Drench Broad Spectrum SPF 45 Hyaluronic Sheer Tint Moisturizer

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What Sephora says

What this product is supposed to do

A broad-spectrum SPF 45 moisturizer with a unique water-cream texture and universal sheer tint.

NormalDryCombinationand OilyFine LinesWrinklesand Dryness

Shake well and apply to face and neck liberally 15 minutes before sun exposure.

Reapply at least every two hours.

For external use only.

What Glass adds

What actually matters before you buy it

This is a solid daily SPF that prioritizes hydration and a natural-looking finish. The tint is subtle, making it easy to wear alone or under makeup. It’s a good choice for those who find traditional sunscreens drying or heavy.

Hydration boost

Many users praise the hydrating properties, noting that it leaves their skin feeling soft and moisturized throughout the day.

Lightweight feel

The water-cream texture is a frequent highlight, with reviewers appreciating that it doesn't feel greasy or heavy on the skin.

Best for

When this is a smart buy

  • Daily sun protection
  • Dry or dehydrated skin
  • Those who prefer a lightweight, hydrating sunscreen
  • Users seeking a subtle tint

Skip if

When this is the wrong lane

  • You need significant coverage from a tinted product
  • You prefer a matte finish
  • You have very oily skin and find most moisturizers too heavy

Routine fit

Your daily shield

Apply this as the last step in your morning skincare routine, after any serums or moisturizers, and before makeup. Remember to reapply every two hours, especially if you're spending extended time outdoors.

Why it works

Where it earns the slot and where it does not

The useful question is not whether this product is good in a vacuum. It is whether it makes your routine easier to run or just adds one more bottle with a familiar ingredient on it.

What it actually does well

  • Excellent hydration
  • Lightweight texture
  • Broad spectrum SPF 45
  • Sheer, natural-looking tint
  • Pleasant to wear daily

Where it starts to feel redundant

  • Tint may be too sheer for some
  • Not suitable for those who prefer a matte finish
  • Requires reapplication for continued protection

Routine fit

Where it belongs in the stack

Morning

This is a morning-only product due to its SPF. Apply it after your serum and before makeup.

Glass rating

How this formula scores in real life

4.5/ 5 overall

A lightweight, hydrating sunscreen with a sheer tint that offers good sun protection and a dewy finish.

Hydration

4.7 / 5

The hyaluronic acid and water-cream texture provide excellent hydration without feeling heavy.

Sun Protection

4.6 / 5

Broad spectrum SPF 45 offers reliable protection against UVA and UVB rays.

Tint & Finish

4.4 / 5

The sheer tint is universally flattering and provides a subtle glow, though it may not offer enough coverage for those seeking a foundation-like finish.

Full ingredient breakdown

Every ingredient, what it does, and whether I care

Solvent

Water/Aqua/Eau

Badness

0.0 / 10

The primary ingredient in many skincare formulations, acting as a base.

Usually helps with

Hydration

Watch for

None

Humectant

Glycerin

Badness

0.0 / 10

Draws moisture into the skin, keeping it hydrated and soft.

Usually helps with

Dryness, hydration

Watch for

None

Humectant

Butylene Glycol

Badness

1.0 / 10

A common solvent and humectant that helps improve product texture and skin hydration.

Usually helps with

Hydration, texture enhancement

Watch for

Can be a mild irritant for some sensitive skin types.

Humectant

Sodium Hyaluronate

Badness

0.0 / 10

A salt form of hyaluronic acid that penetrates the skin to provide deep hydration.

Usually helps with

Dryness, plumping, hydration

Watch for

None

Skin-Conditioning Agent

Hydrolyzed Collagen

Badness

2.0 / 10

A smaller molecular weight form of collagen that can help hydrate and improve skin's appearance.

Usually helps with

Hydration, skin elasticity

Watch for

Its effectiveness in topical application for collagen synthesis is debated.

Antioxidant

Caffeine

Badness

1.0 / 10

Can help reduce redness and puffiness, and offers antioxidant benefits.

Usually helps with

Redness, puffiness, antioxidant protection

Watch for

Can be a mild irritant for some.

Skin-Conditioning Agent

Ceramide NP

Badness

0.0 / 10

A lipid that helps restore the skin's barrier function, improving moisture retention.

Usually helps with

Barrier repair, dryness, hydration

Watch for

None

Skin-Conditioning Agent

Arnica Montana Flower Extract

Badness

1.0 / 10

Known for its soothing and anti-inflammatory properties.

Usually helps with

Soothing, reducing inflammation

Watch for

Can cause allergic reactions in some individuals.

Skin-Conditioning Agent

Althaea Officinalis Root Extract

Badness

0.0 / 10

Has soothing and anti-inflammatory properties.

Usually helps with

Soothing, calming

Watch for

None

Skin-Conditioning Agent

Allantoin

Badness

0.0 / 10

Soothes, protects, and promotes skin healing.

Usually helps with

Soothing, healing, moisturizing

Watch for

None

Antioxidant

Tocopherol

Badness

1.0 / 10

A form of Vitamin E that protects the skin from free radical damage.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant protection, moisturizing

Watch for

Can be an allergen for some.

Humectant

Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate

Badness

0.0 / 10

A smaller molecule form of hyaluronic acid that can penetrate deeper into the skin for enhanced hydration.

Usually helps with

Deep hydration, plumping

Watch for

None

Emollient

Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter

Badness

1.0 / 10

A rich emollient that moisturizes and softens the skin.

Usually helps with

Dryness, moisturizing

Watch for

Can be comedogenic for acne-prone skin.

Skin-Conditioning Agent

Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract

Badness

0.0 / 10

Known for its brightening and anti-inflammatory properties.

Usually helps with

Brightening, soothing, reducing redness

Watch for

None

Skin-Conditioning Agent

Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract

Badness

0.0 / 10

An antioxidant with anti-inflammatory properties.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory

Watch for

None

Skin-Conditioning Agent

Angelica Gigas Root Extract

Badness

1.0 / 10

Traditionally used for its antioxidant and skin-conditioning properties.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant, skin conditioning

Watch for

Potential for photosensitivity in some individuals.

Skin-Conditioning Agent

Cimicifuga Racemosa Root Extract

Badness

1.0 / 10

Used for its antioxidant and skin-conditioning benefits.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant, skin conditioning

Watch for

None

Skin-Conditioning Agent

Morus Alba Bark Extract

Badness

1.0 / 10

Known for its antioxidant and potential skin-brightening properties.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant, brightening

Watch for

None

Skin-Conditioning Agent

Paeonia Lactiflora Root Extract

Badness

0.0 / 10

Has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory

Watch for

None

Skin-Conditioning Agent

Phellinus Linteus Extract

Badness

0.0 / 10

A mushroom extract with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory

Watch for

None

Skin-Conditioning Agent

Polygonum Multiflorum Root Extract

Badness

1.0 / 10

Traditionally used for its antioxidant properties.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant

Watch for

None

Skin-Conditioning Agent

Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Extract

Badness

1.0 / 10

Contains antioxidants and fatty acids beneficial for skin.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant, moisturizing

Watch for

None

Skin-Conditioning Agent

Sophora Angustifolia Root Extract

Badness

1.0 / 10

Used for its antioxidant and skin-conditioning properties.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant, skin conditioning

Watch for

None

Skin-Conditioning Agent

Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice

Badness

0.0 / 10

Soothes, hydrates, and has anti-inflammatory properties.

Usually helps with

Soothing, hydration, inflammation

Watch for

None

Emollient

Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil

Badness

1.0 / 10

A rich emollient that can help moisturize the skin.

Usually helps with

Dryness, moisturizing

Watch for

Can be comedogenic for some.

Viscosity Controlling Agent

Amorphophallus Konjac Root Powder

Badness

0.0 / 10

Used to thicken formulations.

Usually helps with

Texture

Watch for

None

Emulsifier

Carrageenan

Badness

2.0 / 10

A thickening and emulsifying agent derived from seaweed.

Usually helps with

Texture

Watch for

Can be irritating for some sensitive skin types.

Antioxidant

Hydroxyacetophenone

Badness

1.0 / 10

A synthetic antioxidant that helps protect the formula and skin.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant

Watch for

None

Solvent

Hexylene Glycol

Badness

2.0 / 10

A solvent and viscosity-decreasing agent. Can be drying.

Usually helps with

Texture

Watch for

Can be drying and irritating for some.

Humectant

Propanediol

Badness

1.0 / 10

A solvent and humectant that enhances skin hydration and improves texture.

Usually helps with

Hydration, texture

Watch for

None

Humectant

Xylitylglucoside

Badness

0.0 / 10

A derivative of xylitol that helps skin retain moisture.

Usually helps with

Hydration

Watch for

None

Humectant

Sucrose

Badness

0.0 / 10

A sugar that helps attract and retain moisture.

Usually helps with

Hydration

Watch for

None

Humectant

Anhydroxylitol

Badness

0.0 / 10

A derivative of xylitol that enhances skin's ability to retain water.

Usually helps with

Hydration

Watch for

None

Emollient

Glyceryl Caprylate

Badness

1.0 / 10

A skin-conditioning agent with emollient properties.

Usually helps with

Moisturizing, skin conditioning

Watch for

None

Humectant

Xylitol

Badness

0.0 / 10

A sugar alcohol that helps hydrate the skin.

Usually helps with

Hydration

Watch for

None

Humectant

Betaine

Badness

0.0 / 10

A moisturizing ingredient that helps protect skin from irritation.

Usually helps with

Hydration, soothing

Watch for

None

Skin-Conditioning Agent

Ethylhexylglycerin

Badness

1.0 / 10

A preservative booster and skin conditioner.

Usually helps with

Skin conditioning, preservation

Watch for

Can be a mild irritant for some.

Humectant

Glucose

Badness

0.0 / 10

A simple sugar that helps attract and retain moisture.

Usually helps with

Hydration

Watch for

None

Emulsifier

Lecithin

Badness

0.0 / 10

An emulsifier and skin-conditioning agent that helps improve texture and hydration.

Usually helps with

Emulsifying, hydration, skin conditioning

Watch for

None

Skin-Conditioning Agent

Maltodextrin

Badness

0.0 / 10

A polysaccharide used as a binder and film-former.

Usually helps with

Texture, film-forming

Watch for

None

Skin-Conditioning Agent

Magnesium Aspartate

Badness

0.0 / 10

A mineral salt that can help condition the skin.

Usually helps with

Skin conditioning

Watch for

None

Skin-Conditioning Agent

Zinc Gluconate

Badness

1.0 / 10

A mineral salt that can help regulate sebum production and has anti-inflammatory properties.

Usually helps with

Oil control, anti-inflammatory

Watch for

None

Opacifying Agent

Aluminum Hydroxide

Badness

1.0 / 10

Used to make products opaque and can act as a mild abrasive.

Usually helps with

Texture, opacity

Watch for

None

Skin-Conditioning Agent

Copper Gluconate

Badness

1.0 / 10

A mineral salt that can help with skin repair and collagen production.

Usually helps with

Skin repair, anti-aging

Watch for

None

Emulsifier

PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil

Badness

3.0 / 10

An emulsifier and surfactant that can help solubilize ingredients. Can be irritating.

Usually helps with

Emulsifying

Watch for

Can be a skin irritant and potentially comedogenic.

Emulsifier

Gellan Gum

Badness

0.0 / 10

A gelling agent derived from bacteria, used to thicken formulations.

Usually helps with

Texture

Watch for

None

Emulsifier

Cyamopsis Tetragonoloba (Guar) Gum

Badness

0.0 / 10

A thickening and stabilizing agent derived from guar beans.

Usually helps with

Texture

Watch for

None

Emulsifier

Ceratonia Siliqua Gum

Badness

0.0 / 10

A thickening and stabilizing agent derived from carob seeds.

Usually helps with

Texture

Watch for

None

Viscosity Controlling Agent

Calcium Chloride

Badness

1.0 / 10

Used to control the viscosity of formulations.

Usually helps with

Texture

Watch for

None

Opacifying Agent

Tin Oxide

Badness

1.0 / 10

Used to make products opaque.

Usually helps with

Texture, opacity

Watch for

None

Opacifying Agent

Synthetic Fluorphlogopite

Badness

1.0 / 10

A synthetic mica used for its pearlescent and opacifying qualities.

Usually helps with

Texture, shimmer

Watch for

None

Film Former

Bis(Glycidoxyphenyl)Propane/Bisaminomethylnorbornane Copolymer

Badness

2.0 / 10

A polymer used to create a film on the skin.

Usually helps with

Film-forming

Watch for

Potential for irritation in sensitive individuals.

Preservative

Caprylhydroxamic Acid

Badness

1.0 / 10

A preservative that helps prevent microbial growth.

Usually helps with

Preservation

Watch for

Can be a mild irritant for some.

Chelating Agent

Disodium EDTA

Badness

2.0 / 10

Helps to improve the stability and efficacy of products by binding to metal ions.

Usually helps with

Product stability

Watch for

Can enhance penetration of other ingredients, potentially increasing irritation.

Humectant

1,2-Hexanediol

Badness

1.0 / 10

A solvent and humectant that also has antimicrobial properties.

Usually helps with

Hydration, preservation

Watch for

None

Preservative

Ethyl Hexanediol Chlorphenesin

Badness

2.0 / 10

A preservative that helps prevent bacterial growth.

Usually helps with

Preservation

Watch for

Can be a skin irritant for some.

Preservative

Phenoxyethanol

Badness

3.0 / 10

A common preservative used to prevent bacterial contamination.

Usually helps with

Preservation

Watch for

Can cause allergic reactions and irritation in some individuals.

Colorant

Mica

Badness

0.0 / 10

A mineral used to add shimmer and color.

Usually helps with

Color, shimmer

Watch for

None

Colorant

Blue 1 (CI 42090)

Badness

2.0 / 10

A synthetic blue dye.

Usually helps with

Color

Watch for

Can cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.

Colorant

Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)

Badness

0.0 / 10

A mineral pigment used as a white colorant and UV filter.

Usually helps with

Color, UV protection

Watch for

None

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FAQ

The fast answers people actually need

Is this sunscreen good for daily use?

Yes, its lightweight texture and hydrating properties make it suitable for daily wear.

Does the tint provide coverage?

The tint is sheer and provides a subtle, natural-looking color. It's not intended to offer significant coverage like a foundation.

Can I wear makeup over this sunscreen?

Yes, it works well under makeup. Allow it to set for a few minutes before applying foundation or other makeup products.