Supergoop! Unseen Sunscreen SPF 40

Personal Care Skincare Sunscreen
Makeup Primer
product
4.4 · 1 review

Supergoop! Unseen Sunscreen SPF 40 is an invisible, weightless, and scentless daily facial sunscreen that also serves as a makeup-gripping primer.

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Rating Dimensions

Sunscreen
Sun Protection 4.0
Texture and Feel 5.0
Application and Finish 5.0
Skin Compatibility 4.5
Water Resistance 4.0
Makeup Primer
Makeup Longevity 4.5
Smoothing and Blurring 4.5
Application and Layering 5.0
Skin Feel 5.0
Finish Control 4.5
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Claude Opus 4.6 AI 4.4
Supergoop! Unseen Sunscreen has earned its cult status for good reason. The completely transparent, oil-free formula genuinely disappears on skin of all tones — a meaningful achievement in a market where many 'invisible' sunscreens still leave a white or purple cast. As a primer, it creates a velvety, silicone-smooth base that helps makeup adhere without pilling. The SPF 40 broad-spectrum protection is solid for daily wear, though serious outdoor activity might warrant something stronger. My main reservation is the price point — roughly $36 for 1.7 oz is steep for a product you should be reapplying generously. The chemical filter formulation (including avobenzone and octisalate) may also concern those who prefer mineral-only sunscreens. That said, for an everyday urban sunscreen that plays beautifully under makeup and truly feels like wearing nothing, it's one of the best options available.
Truly invisible with zero white cast on all skin tones
Excellent makeup primer with a smooth, velvety finish
Weightless, scentless formula comfortable for daily wear
Oil-free and non-comedogenic — works well for acne-prone skin
Premium price for a relatively small tube that needs frequent reapplication
Chemical UV filters only — not ideal for those seeking mineral/physical sunscreen
SPF 40 may be insufficient for prolonged direct sun exposure