Sun Care

Mint & Needle’s Hydrating UV Defense is designed to provide you the best chemical-free sun protection while also restoring a youthful appearance with the hydrating power of Hyaluronic Acid. With a sheer, universal tint, Hydrating UV Defense is a great option for even the most sensitive skin types. Wear alone or under makeup to achieve that hydrated “dewy” glow. 

Directions: Apply to face and neck, avoiding the eye area. Wait at least 30 minutes before sun exposure, or as directed by a physician. Reapply after prolonged exposure, physical activity, perspiration or contact with water.

Ingredient Highlights: Iron Oxides, Hyaluronic Acid, Vitamin E

Recommended Skin Types:

• Dry 
• Normal
• Sensitive

Features:

• Dermatologist Tested
• Naturally Derived
• Paraben-Free
• Sulfate-Free
• Not tested on animals

For more information on what type of sunscreen is best for your needs, click here for the Mint & Needle blog that breaks down the differences between chemical and physical sunscreen options.

Keep your skin protected from harmful rays including UVA, UVB, and Infrared with this oil-free daily SPF.

A lightweight SPF 45, which contains an innovative blend of actives that protects skin from multiple extrinsic factors known to cause premature aging, including UVA, UVB, and Infrared Radiation. Delivering a new strategy in sun protection, this product provides the highest possible level of protection while restoring youthfulness to the skin.

• Highest possible level of protection

• Fast-absorbing SPF features a high level of Niacinamide which reduces redness and blotchiness of the skin

• Increases firmness and elasticity

• Lightweight, oil-free and leaves no residue

• Prevents UVA, UVB and Infrared Radiation damage to the skin through an innovative botanical, Knotweed Extract

Directions: Apply to face & neck, avoiding the eye area. Wait at least 30 minutes before sun exposure, or as directed by a physician. Reapply after prolonged exposure, physical activity, perspiration or contact with water.

Active Ingredients: Zinc Oxide 12.00%, Octinoxate 7.50%

Ingredient Highlights: Niacinamide (Vitamin B3), Vitamin E, Knotweed Extract, Hyaluronic Acid

Recommended Skin Types:

• Acne-Prone
• Combination
• Oily

Features:

• Dermatologist Tested
  
• Naturally Derived
• Paraben-Free
• Sulfate-Free
• Not tested on animals

For more information on what type of sunscreen is best for your needs, click here for the Mint & Needle blog that breaks down the differences between chemical and physical sunscreen options.

An innovative, streak-free, sunless Up provides buildable color to achieve a natural- looking, sun-safe tan that develops quickly. This Up hydrates the skin through a specialized sugar extract that binds moisture back into the skin, resulting in a radiant glow.

Benefits: 

• Sun-safe tan without the harmful damage

• Buildable color for a healthy-looking tan that lasts up to one week

• Quickly develops within 4-6 hours of application

• Streak-free, odor-free, lightweight, non-sticky

• No fake tan smell with our unique botanical blend

• Easy-to-apply and quick drying

Directions for use:  Exfoliate before use. Prior to application, moisturize any dry areas, including elbows, knees, ankles, and feet. For best results, apply foam at your ankles and work up and rub into the skin in circular motions, covering all areas you wish to tan. Wash hands immediately to avoid tanned palms. Allow product to absorb before applying additional products or clothing to prevent staining. Will see results within 4-6 hours but could take up to 12 hours to fully develop. Reapply as desired. Individual results may vary.

Ingredient Highlights: Saccharide Isomerate, Salvia Sclarea (Clary) Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E)

Recommended Skin Types:

• Suitable for all

Features: 

• Dermatologist Tested
• Naturally Derived
• Paraben-Free
• Sulfate-Free

Mineral Brush SPF 50 provides on-the-go protection against the visible signs of photoaging, making it an ideal complement to your daily sun protection and skincare routine. Ideal for applying right on top of your makeup, this fragrance-free, paraben-free, silky, fine powder is great for normal/combination skin types and most skin tones. It provides protection against free radical pollution damage, blue light, and infrared radiation. 

DIRECTIONS: Apply the brush in circular motions to ensure the correct amount of powder is released. Remove the rubber band and prime the brush in circular motions on the back of the hand to ensure the powder begins to flow. Sweep the powder generously across exposed areas for SPF protection.

INGREDIENT HIGHLIGHTS: Titanium dioxide, zinc oxide, mica, iron oxides