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Sincerely Yours Sunny Side Up Hydrating Mineral Sunscreen, Broad Spectrum Protection SPF 30 PA+++

This mineral sunscreen is formulated to protect and hydrate. Its non-nano zinc oxide base provides broad-spectrum coverage, while a blend of hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, and ceramides aims to support the skin barrier and lock in moisture. It's designed to be non-comedogenic and leaves a soft, blurred finish, making it a good option for daily wear and under makeup.

Sephora price

$28.00

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

Shoppers keep mentioning

Clean at SephoraNon-ComedogenicBest for Dry, Combo, Normal SkinGood for: Skin BarrierZinc SPFNiacinamideDrynessDullnessand Redness

These are the shopper themes that keep showing up around this listing and shape why people open it in the first place.

Glass take

4.5 / 5 overall fit

A hydrating mineral sunscreen that offers good protection and a smooth finish, making it a solid choice for most skin types, especially those concerned with dryness or dullness.

Sincerely Yours Sunny Side Up Hydrating Mineral Sunscreen, Broad Spectrum Protection SPF 30 PA+++

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Price, rating, review count, and source status come from Sephora. Glass adds the routine fit, overlap risk, and what to compare next.

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What Sephora says

What this product is supposed to do

A non-nano zinc oxide mineral sunscreen that hydrates and provides broad-spectrum UVA/UVB protection with a soft, blurred finish—in a formula that won’t clog pores.

NormalDryCombinationand OilyDrynessDullnessand Redness

Apply generously every day, 15 minutes before going outside.

Reapply at least every two hours.

Use as the final step in your skincare routine.

Works great for a smooth, blurred finish under makeup.

For external use only & when using Sunny Side Up SPF 30 Mineral Sunscreen keep out of eyes.

What Glass adds

What actually matters before you buy it

A well-rounded mineral sunscreen that excels in hydration and offers reliable sun protection. It’s a good choice for those seeking a daily SPF that also contributes to skin health, particularly for dry or normal skin types.

Hydration and Barrier Support

Many users appreciate the hydrating properties of the formula, noting that it doesn't feel drying and actually contributes to skin comfort, likely due to the inclusion of hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, and ceramides.

Smooth Finish Under Makeup

The soft, blurred finish is frequently mentioned as a significant benefit, with users finding it creates an excellent base for makeup application without pilling or feeling heavy.

Best for

When this is a smart buy

  • Daily sun protection
  • Dry, normal, and combination skin
  • Skin concerned with dryness, dullness, and redness
  • Those seeking a hydrating mineral sunscreen
  • Use under makeup

Skip if

When this is the wrong lane

  • You prefer chemical sunscreens
  • Your skin is very oily and prone to congestion (though it is non-comedogenic, mineral formulas can sometimes feel heavier on very oily skin)

Routine Fit

Your Daily Dose of Protection and Hydration

Apply this sunscreen as the very last step in your morning skincare routine, after all serums and moisturizers. Ensure an even layer is applied 15 minutes before sun exposure. Reapply every two hours, or more frequently if sweating or swimming.

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

  • Effective broad-spectrum SPF 30 PA+++ protection
  • Hydrating formula with barrier-supporting ingredients
  • Non-comedogenic and leaves a soft, blurred finish
  • Suitable for sensitive skin (accepted by National Eczema Association)
  • Clean at Sephora

Where it starts to feel redundant

  • Mineral sunscreens can sometimes leave a white cast, though this formula aims for a blurred finish.
  • May not be ideal for extremely oily skin types seeking a matte finish.

Routine fit

Where it belongs in the stack

Morning Routine

This product is designed for daytime use and should be applied as the final step in your morning skincare routine to protect your skin from UV damage.

Glass rating

How this formula scores in real life

4.5/ 5 overall

A hydrating mineral sunscreen that offers good protection and a smooth finish, making it a solid choice for most skin types, especially those concerned with dryness or dullness.

Sun Protection

4.5 / 5

Offers broad-spectrum SPF 30 PA+++ protection using non-nano zinc oxide.

Hydration

4.4 / 5

Contains ingredients like hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, and ceramides to support skin hydration and barrier function.

Texture

4.3 / 5

Applies with a soft, blurred finish and is non-comedogenic, suitable for makeup wear.

Full ingredient breakdown

Every ingredient, what it does, and whether I care

Active Sunscreen

Zinc Oxide

Badness

1.0 / 10

A physical mineral filter providing broad-spectrum UVA/UVB protection. It's generally well-tolerated and non-comedogenic.

Usually helps with

Sun protection, sensitive skin

Watch for

Can sometimes leave a white cast, though formulations aim to mitigate this.

Solvent

Aqua/Water/Eau

Badness

0.0 / 10

The base solvent for the formulation.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Humectant

Butylene Glycol

Badness

1.0 / 10

A common humectant that helps to attract and retain moisture in the skin.

Usually helps with

Hydration

Watch for

Can be a mild irritant for some.

Emollient

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Badness

0.0 / 10

A derivative of coconut oil and glycerin that helps to replenish skin and improve texture.

Usually helps with

Dryness, softening skin

Watch for

None

Emollient

Dimethicone

Badness

1.0 / 10

A silicone that provides a smooth, silky feel and helps to create a barrier on the skin.

Usually helps with

Smoothing texture, occlusive properties

Watch for

Some prefer to avoid silicones.

Emollient

Cetearyl Alcohol

Badness

1.0 / 10

A fatty alcohol that moisturizes and softens the skin. It is not drying like some other alcohols.

Usually helps with

Moisturizing, emollient

Watch for

Rarely, can cause irritation.

Emulsifier

Cetearyl Olivate

Badness

0.0 / 10

An emulsifier derived from olive oil that helps to blend oil and water components in the formula.

Usually helps with

Emulsifying, skin conditioning

Watch for

None

Emulsifier

Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate

Badness

0.0 / 10

A plant-derived emulsifier that helps to stabilize the formulation.

Usually helps with

Emulsifying

Watch for

None

Emulsifier

Sorbitan Olivate

Badness

0.0 / 10

Another emulsifier derived from olive oil, contributing to the formula's texture.

Usually helps with

Emulsifying, skin conditioning

Watch for

None

Soothing Agent

Allantoin

Badness

0.0 / 10

Known for its soothing and skin-protecting properties, it helps to calm irritation.

Usually helps with

Soothing, calming irritation

Watch for

None

Skin-Replenishing

Ceramide NP

Badness

1.0 / 10

A type of ceramide that helps to restore the skin's natural barrier function and retain moisture.

Usually helps with

Skin barrier support, hydration

Watch for

None

Thickener

Chondrus Crispus Extract

Badness

1.0 / 10

A seaweed extract that can act as a thickener and provide soothing benefits.

Usually helps with

Thickening, skin conditioning

Watch for

None

Humectant

Sodium Hyaluronate

Badness

1.0 / 10

The salt form of hyaluronic acid, it attracts and holds moisture in the skin for hydration.

Usually helps with

Hydration, plumping skin

Watch for

None

Antioxidant

Tocopherol

Badness

1.0 / 10

A form of Vitamin E that acts as an antioxidant, helping to protect the skin from free radical damage.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant protection

Watch for

None

Emulsifier

Cetearyl Glucoside

Badness

0.0 / 10

A gentle emulsifier derived from glucose and fatty alcohols, helping to blend ingredients.

Usually helps with

Emulsifying

Watch for

None

Coating Agent

Triethoxycaprylylsilane

Badness

1.0 / 10

Used to coat mineral pigments like zinc oxide, improving their dispersion and texture.

Usually helps with

Improving texture, pigment dispersion

Watch for

None

Thickener

Xanthan Gum

Badness

1.0 / 10

A common thickening agent that also helps to stabilize emulsions.

Usually helps with

Thickening, stabilizing

Watch for

None

Antioxidant

Hydroxyacetophenone

Badness

1.0 / 10

A synthetic antioxidant that can help protect the formula and skin.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant properties

Watch for

None

Humectant

1,2-Hexanediol

Badness

1.0 / 10

A solvent and humectant that also has antimicrobial properties.

Usually helps with

Hydration, preservative booster

Watch for

Can be a mild irritant for some.

Emollient

Ethylhexylglycerin

Badness

1.0 / 10

A skin-conditioning agent and preservative booster with emollient properties.

Usually helps with

Skin conditioning, preservative boosting

Watch for

None

Preservative

Phenoxyethanol

Badness

2.0 / 10

A common preservative used to prevent microbial growth in cosmetic products.

Usually helps with

Preservation

Watch for

Can be an irritant for some individuals.

Colorant

Iron Oxides (CI 77492)

Badness

0.0 / 10

Mineral pigments used to provide color and can help with tone correction.

Usually helps with

Coloring, tinting

Watch for

None

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FAQ

The fast answers people actually need

Is this sunscreen suitable for sensitive skin?

Yes, it is formulated with non-nano zinc oxide and is accepted by the National Eczema Association, making it a good option for sensitive skin.

Can I wear makeup over this sunscreen?

Absolutely. The soft, blurred finish makes it an excellent base for makeup application.

What is the difference between this and a chemical sunscreen?

This is a mineral sunscreen, meaning it uses physical blockers (Zinc Oxide) to reflect UV rays, whereas chemical sunscreens absorb UV rays.