EltaMD UV Clear Tinted Broad-Spectrum SPF 46 | Niacinamide Acne-Fighting Tinted SPF

The EltaMD UV Clear Tinted Broad-Spectrum SPF 46 is a lightweight, sheer tinted facial sunscreen that combines elite UV protection with **5% niacinamide** — a treatment-grade active that calms acne, reduces redness, and improves hyperpigmentation. The tinted version of EltaMD's iconic cult-favorite sunscreen, UV Clear Tinted delivers the same dermatologist-beloved formula with a sheer skin-evening tint that flatters fair-to-medium complexions.

At Le Petit Spa in Charlotte, NC, this is the **#1 facial sunscreen we recommend** to clients dealing with acne, rosacea, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, or skin sensitivity. It's the rare sunscreen that genuinely treats the skin while it protects — making it foundational to any clear-skin or anti-pigmentation regimen.

Key Benefits

• SPF 46 broad-spectrum protection against UVA + UVB rays
• 5% Niacinamide calms acne, reduces redness, supports barrier function
• Sheer universal tint evens skin tone and blurs imperfections
• Ideal for acne-prone, rosacea-prone, and hyperpigmented skin
• Lightweight, oil-free texture wears beautifully under makeup
• Dermatologist-favorite — one of the most-recommended sunscreens in the U.S.

Step 1: Cleanse
In the morning, cleanse with a gentle cleanser appropriate for your skin type (we love EltaMD Oil-In-Gel Cleanser or Skin Recovery Amino Acid Foaming Cleanser). Pat dry.

Step 2: Treat & Hydrate
Apply your AM serums (vitamin C in the morning is an ideal pairing with UV Clear). Apply a lightweight moisturizer if needed. Allow each layer to fully absorb.

Step 3: Apply UV Clear Tinted
Dispense a nickel-sized amount of UV Clear Tinted onto fingertips. Apply to forehead, both cheeks, nose, chin, jawline, neck, and ears. Pay extra attention to areas with active acne, redness, or hyperpigmentation.

Step 4: Blend Until Even
Using fingertips or a damp sponge, blend until the tint settles seamlessly into skin and complexion looks even. UV Clear Tinted absorbs in 30–60 seconds.

Step 5: Wear Alone or Under Makeup, Reapply Every 2 Hours
For a no-makeup look, stop here. To layer makeup, wait 60–90 seconds before applying foundation. Reapply every 2 hours of sun exposure — use EltaMD UV Stick SPF 50+ for midday touch-ups over makeup. Continue daily for cumulative niacinamide benefits.

Active Ingredients:
- Octinoxate — absorbs UVB rays
- Zinc Oxide — mineral filter providing broad-spectrum UVA + UVB protection

Key Treatment Ingredients:
- 5% Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) — clinical-grade dose that calms acne, reduces redness, fades hyperpigmentation, strengthens skin barrier, regulates oil production
- Hyaluronic Acid (Sodium Hyaluronate) — lightweight humectant for hydration
- Iron Oxides — mineral pigments providing the sheer universal tint
- Vitamin E (Tocopheryl Acetate) — antioxidant defense against UV-induced free radicals
- Lactic Acid — gentle exfoliating support and pH balance

What's NOT in it: No fragrance, no parabens, no oxybenzone, no dyes, no gluten, oil-free, non-comedogenic.

Ingredient Note: Ingredients may change from time to time. Please refer to the product packaging for the most current and complete ingredient list before use.

Will UV Clear Tinted help my acne?
Yes, indirectly but significantly. The 5% niacinamide reduces sebum production, calms inflammation, and strengthens the skin barrier — all of which improve acne over time. UV Clear is NOT a spot treatment, but it makes a meaningful difference when used daily as part of a complete acne routine. The non-comedogenic, oil-free formula also won't clog pores like many sunscreens do.

Will UV Clear Tinted help my rosacea?
Yes. Niacinamide is one of the most rosacea-friendly actives in skincare — it calms inflammation, reduces flushing, and strengthens the compromised barrier responsible for rosacea reactivity. For more intensive rosacea support, also consider EltaMD UV Skin Recovery Green Tint SPF 50, which has additional barrier-repair AA Complex.

Will it fade my dark spots / hyperpigmentation?
With consistent daily use (3–6 months), yes — niacinamide at 5% concentration inhibits melanin transfer from melanocytes to surrounding skin cells, gradually fading post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH), melasma, and sun spots. For accelerated results, pair UV Clear with a morning vitamin C serum and an evening retinol.

Will the tint match my skin tone?
UV Clear Tinted features a sheer universal tint formulated for fair-to-medium skin tones. For medium-deep to deep skin tones, choose UV Clear Deep Tinted SPF 46. The tint is sheer enough to blend across a range of complexions without obvious mismatch.

Is UV Clear safe for sensitive skin?
Yes. UV Clear is fragrance-free, paraben-free, sensitivity-tested, and widely recommended for sensitive, reactive, post-procedure, and inflamed skin. The niacinamide actively reduces sensitivity over time by strengthening the skin barrier.

How is UV Clear Tinted different from UV Clear (untinted)?
Identical formula except for the addition of iron oxide pigments in the tinted version. Choose Tinted for color-evening benefits and wearable-alone styling. Choose Untinted if you wear your own foundation or prefer no color.

Is UV Clear mineral or chemical sunscreen?
UV Clear is a hybrid sunscreen using both mineral (zinc oxide) and chemical UV filters to achieve its elegant feel. For 100% mineral options, see EltaMD UV Pure, UV Physical, UV Restore, or UV Skin Recovery.

Why is UV Clear so popular?
UV Clear has become a dermatologist-favorite because it solves multiple skin concerns at once (acne, redness, pigmentation, daily SPF) in a single elegant product. The 5% niacinamide concentration is clinical-grade, the formula is oil-free and non-comedogenic, and it's been refined over many years for excellent real-world performance. It's earned every bit of its cult status.

How long until I see results from the niacinamide?
Reduced redness and improved barrier function: 2–4 weeks. Visible improvements in active acne and oil control: 4–6 weeks. Significant fading of hyperpigmentation: 3–6 months of consistent daily use.

At **Le Petit Spa in Charlotte, NC**, we love EltaMD UV Clear Tinted because it's the daily face sunscreen we recommend more often than any other in our entire inventory. There's a reason this product has dermatologist cult status — it does multiple things exceptionally well in a single product, and it works for the skin concerns that bring most clients through our door: **acne, rosacea, hyperpigmentation, and sensitivity**.

The magic ingredient is **5% niacinamide**. Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) is one of the most-studied skincare actives in dermatology and works on four critical pathways: (1) it reduces sebum production, calming oily and acne-prone skin; (2) it strengthens the skin barrier, reducing redness and sensitivity; (3) it inhibits melanin transfer, fading hyperpigmentation over time; (4) it improves skin texture by supporting ceramide production. At 5% concentration in UV Clear Tinted, niacinamide is delivered in a clinical-grade dose that genuinely treats the skin while sunscreen protects it.

The **lightweight, oil-free formula** is what allows this active to actually be used daily. Many treatment products fail in the real world because they're too heavy or irritating to apply consistently. UV Clear Tinted is so elegant that clients reach for it morning after morning, and the cumulative impact over months is dramatic: **clearer pores, calmer redness, fading dark spots, more even tone, slowed signs of aging**.

The **sheer tint** adds the final touch — it evens out the appearance of redness and discoloration immediately on application, so clients see results from day one even before the niacinamide has had time to work its longer-term magic. It's the rare product that delivers both instant gratification and clinical results.