E.L.F. Launches Game Changing $18 Tinted Sunscreen and Beauty Fans Are Glowing Over It

The brand behind some of TikTok’s most viral beauty products has done it again. Just days after acquiring Hailey Bieber’s Rhode, E.L.F. Cosmetics has dropped its most anticipated summer launch yet—the Halo Glow Skin Tint Mineral SPF 50. And according to early testers, it’s already on its way to becoming another cult classic.

Following the massive success of the original Halo Glow Liquid Filter—which reportedly sold every four seconds globally in 2024—this new multitasking product has beauty enthusiasts buzzing. The $18 tinted sunscreen comes in 18 flexible shades and delivers lightweight, buildable coverage with a glowy, natural finish. Perfect for hot, humid days when you want coverage without the heavy feel of foundation.

What sets it apart? This isn’t just any sunscreen. It’s a mineral SPF 50 featuring 12% zinc oxide, offering serious sun protection while being gentle on the skin. According to dermatologists, mineral SPFs reflect UV rays instead of absorbing them, which makes this formula ideal for sensitive skin types. It also includes soothing ingredients like allantoin and bisabolol—known for their anti-inflammatory benefits—and niacinamide, a holy grail for redness and pore refining.

Our editor who tested shade 4 (Light Neutral) noted that just two or three pumps were enough to cover her face evenly. Following the dermatologist-approved “two-finger rule,” she was impressed by the product’s spreadability and non-chalky finish. “I expected more of a white cast or streakiness,” she admitted, “but it actually gave me that no-makeup makeup vibe with just enough glow to feel fresh.”

For those prone to oiliness or with combination skin, the finish is dewy without being greasy. The product even helped tone down rosacea flare-ups and hyperpigmentation while staying put for hours. One minor downside? The 3.4 fl. oz. bottle might run out quicker than expected—but at under $20, it’s easy to restock.

Senior beauty editor Jesa Marie Calaor praised its ease of application. “I can literally apply this with my fingers while half-awake. It smooths over my skin without clinging to dry patches, and it blends like a dream—even around my hairline.” Her only complaint? “It’s so glowy, I might blind someone walking past me!”

As the newest addition to the Halo Glow legacy, this sunscreen-skin tint hybrid is built for modern beauty routines—quick, clean, and glow-forward. With makeup, skin care, and sun protection in one chic pink bottle, E.L.F. has officially turned the glow up.