Kyle Richards, a member of the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills and a beauty enthusiast, always has the best skincare suggestions (such as her preferred neck firming cream or vitamin C serum). The EltaMD UV Clear Tinted Face Sunscreen is the tinted sunscreen the 54-year-old uses for skin that is protected and healthy.
Recently, a viewer of an Amazon Livestream questioned Richards about her “favorite, go-to facial sunscreen.” Richards answered with EltaMD’s well-known, dermatologist-recommended sunscreen (which we called one of the best tinted sunscreens), which is well-known on the internet.
“Oh! EltaMD!” Richards responded. “It’s tinted, and it goes under your makeup too. It’s amazing. I talk about it all the time.”
The lightweight formula is oil-free and suitable for all skin types, according to the brand. It contains niacinamide to help with discoloration and blemishes, as well as hyaluronic acid to keep skin hydrated. It also features vitamin E for antioxidant protection and offers broad spectrum SPF 46 to protect against harmful UVA and UVB rays.
It makes sense why Richards likes the sunblock. The sunscreen has received accolades from celebrities like Drew Barrymore and Richards’ own co-star Lisa Rinna, in addition to multiple physician recommendations.
It even received the top ranking in Prevention’s list of the top face sunscreens. According to Heidi Waldorf, M.D., founder of Waldorf Dermatology Aesthetics in New York, “Designed for patients with rosacea or acne, this oil-free solution gives light moisture, rubs in rapidly, and contains niacinamide as an anti-inflammatory to minimize sebum (a.k.a. oil).
Plus, it’s garnered over 12,500 five-star ratings on Amazon, with reviewers noting that it feels great on the skin and is suitable for sensitive complexions. “I’m head over heels for this sunblock for its lightweight texture and easy blendability. It glides on effortlessly, and within moments, it feels like a part of my skin. No caking, no heavy feeling—just pure comfort,” one reviewer noted.
Another reviewer wrote: “I really struggled to find the right sunscreen. My skin is sensitive to breakouts, and everything I tried contributed to that. My dermatologist recommended EtaMD and it’s been a godsend, I haven’t had one problem since I started using it. It goes on smooth, the tint hides any redness, and it gives me plenty of sun protection. Five stars!”
Like Richards, it seems that reviewers can’t stop talking about how amazing this sunscreen is.