Brush On Block SPF 50 Mineral Powder Sunscreen
At $39.99 (down from $46), it's a premium price for a sunscreen, but reflects both the mineral formulation and the engineered applicator—comparable to high-end powder compacts.
What it is
A brush-applicator mineral powder sunscreen (SPF 50, broad spectrum) that sits in your bag like a compact and reapplies over makeup without mess or white cast. For anyone tired of liquid sunscreen reapplication or looking for a reef-safe mineral option.
Why it keeps winding up in carts
300 reviewers gave it a 4.3-star rating, and the twist-open brush design—which dispenses only when you want it—solved a real problem people didn't know they had until they tried it.
Sunscreen that actually fits in your pocket.
★ 4.3 from 300 ratings
We only hang a piece once the rating history is deep enough to mean something. This one clears that bar on volume; the written breakdown below is where the detail sits.
Based on 300 Amazon ratings.
Portable mineral sun protection that doesn't compromise coverage or look.
A mineral powder sunscreen in a brush applicator is a genuinely different category—not a reinvention, but a practical answer to reapplication without the mess.
Most people own a liquid or cream sunscreen but rarely reapply it; this one lives in your bag and takes two seconds to touch up.
What we looked at
- 01Active Ingredients & Safety Zinc Oxide and Titanium Dioxide only; no chemical actives like Oxybenzone or Octinoxate; no nano-sized particles.
The formulation is straightforward mineral-only, which means no absorption concerns and genuine reef safety. If you've had sensitivities to chemical sunscreens or prefer a transparent ingredient list, this is legible.
- 02Texture & Coverage Translucent mineral powder, sheer application, works over makeup.
It applies smoothly without tinting or sitting on the skin like a white cast. The fact that it layers over makeup means midday touchups won't disrupt foundation or concealer—practical for anyone with a full face.
- 03Portability & Reapplication Brush applicator with twist-open mechanism; fits handbags, sports bags, makeup bags.
The closed-position lock prevents accidental spills, and the built-in brush eliminates the need for a separate applicator. This directly addresses the biggest barrier to sunscreen reapplication: convenience.
Specification & fit
- Who it is forBest for people who reapply sunscreen (or want to), prefer mineral sun protection, or need something that fits into an active or travel routine without fuss.
- Easy To Apply: Brush On Block's easy twist-open feature ensures powder flows through the brush only when you want; pack it away without worry in the closed position & apply after twisting to open
- Sheer And Light: Brush On Block's mineral powder sunscreen goes on smoothly without affecting your normal skin tone for flawless daily coverage from the sun's harmful rays; can be used over makeup
- Convenient Daily Sunscreen: Our unique powder applicator is small to fit easily inside handbags, sports bags, and make-up bags so your mineral sunscreen can be reapplied with ease throughout the day
- Special Mineral Powder Formulation: We use only natural minerals, Zinc Oxide, & Titanium Dioxide as active ingredients in our sunscreens so there is no risk from absorbing potential harmful chemicals
- On the labelSold on Amazon by Brush On Block. Price and availability are set by Amazon and change without notice.
