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Reef-Safe Tinted Zinc Sunscreen Paste for Face

$23.00
  • 50–75 Uses Per Tin
  • Broad Spectrum UVA + UVB Protection
  • Exceptionally Water + Sweat Resistant
  • No White Cast + Toxin Free
  • Reef Safe + Biodegradable
  • Safe For Kids + Sensitive Skin

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Reef-Safe Tinted Zinc Sunscreen Paste for Face

Thick, reliable sun protection for face and sensitive spots. A simple, tinted zinc oxide sunscreen made with just four food-grade ingredients. Sweat-resistant, kid-safe, reef-friendly—and built for real outdoor life.

Why choose this sunscreen

  • 25% non-nano zinc oxide for broad-spectrum UVA and UVB protection.
  • Cocoa powder tint blends easily into skin and avoids the white cast of traditional pastes.
  • Only four food-grade ingredients—safe for kids, babies, and sensitive skin.
  • Stays on during sweat, swimming, and sun—designed for sports and beach days.
  • Reef-safe, biodegradable, and packaged in a reusable metal tin.
  • No petrochemicals, parabens, or synthetic fragrance.
  • Concentrated formula—one 2oz tin lasts 50 to 75 face applications.

Skin Defense + Simplicity

This tinted paste uses 25% non-nano zinc oxide to block the sun at the surface, no absorption, no hormone disruption. The cocoa tint adds light coverage that blends into most skin tones. With only four food-grade ingredients, it’s safe for kids, calming for sensitive skin, and strong enough for long hours outdoors.

What you’ll notice

Day 1 – Skin feels protected and nourished. The paste goes on thick but blends in, leaving a soft matte tint that doesn’t feel greasy.

Day 7 – Reliable wear through pool days, workouts, and beach time. Skin stays calm and reapplication is easy.

Day 30 – You’ll trust this product the way surfers and outdoor parents do. Simple, effective, and part of your routine.

How to use

  1. Warm a small amount of paste between fingers to soften.
  2. Dot onto face, cheeks, nose, and forehead.
  3. Spread in thin layers using fingers, buff in gently for a sheer finish.
  4. Apply extra to high-exposure spots or when in full sun.
  5. Reapply every 2 hours or after swimming or sweating heavily.

Ingredients

  • Non-nano Zinc Oxide (25%) — Mineral UV filter for full-spectrum sun defense.
  • Organic Coconut Oil — Moisturizing base rich in healthy fats and antioxidants.
  • Organic Beeswax — Locks in moisture and keeps the formula water-resistant.
  • Organic Cocoa Powder — Provides a natural tint and added skin-calming antioxidants.

No fillers, no preservatives—just clean, time-tested sun protection.

Who it’s for

  • Outdoor lovers looking for strong, reef-safe sunscreen for face and high-exposure spots.
  • Parents seeking a kid-safe formula without synthetic ingredients or eye-stinging.
  • Health-conscious users who want reliable sun protection without plastics or harsh chemicals.

Who it’s not for

  • Anyone expecting a lightweight lotion or liquid sunscreen texture.
  • People wanting a lightweight foundation-style finish.
  • Those allergic to coconut or beeswax.
  • Those who want to avoid chance of fabric stains (choose our untinted paste instead).

Frequently asked questions

Does it leave a white cast?

No. The cocoa powder adds a natural tint that helps the zinc blend into most skin tones. It’s still a paste, so apply it in thin layers and rub it in well.

Is it reef safe?

Yes. This is a true coral reef safe sunscreen. It contains no oxybenzone, octinoxate, or ingredients known to harm marine life.

Can kids use it?

Yes. It’s one of the safest kids' sunscreens available, with only 4 food-grade ingredients and no eye stinging. Use on children 6 months and older.

How long does it last?

One 2oz tin provides 50–75 face applications. It’s extremely concentrated and meant to be used sparingly. Great for travel and beach bags.

Is it biodegradable?

Yes. The formula is biodegradable and the tin is reusable and recyclable. It’s ideal for eco-conscious travel and outdoor use.

Will it clog pores?

No. The formula is non-comedogenic and gentle enough for acne-prone or sensitive skin types.

Can I use it as a daily facial sunscreen?

Yes, especially if you’re spending time outdoors. It gives reliable tinted mineral coverage.

Does the tint stain clothing?

Yes, it can mark light fabrics. Let it set fully before dressing. Pretreat with a gentle detergent or a baking soda paste if needed.

Try it for 30 days

If you're unhappy with your first shipment, we’ll issue a refund. No forms. No stress. Just clean, reliable sun protection that works.

Reef-Safe Tinted Zinc Sunscreen Paste for Face by Waxhead in a tin with a red bow, non-toxic, SPF 30, very water resistant.

Reef-Safe Tinted Zinc Sunscreen Paste for Face

$23.00

Size

  • 5 stars: 23 (77%)
  • 4 stars: 4 (13%)
  • 3 stars: 3 (10%)
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J.B.
Thank you for an awesome product.

Only used it for two days.. but I have super sensitive acme rosacea skin and so far it is working great to not only protect but add an extra layer of moisture which has assisted in peeling off some of the troubled skin areas I have been healing up with just medicines… thank you wax head for creating a product with simple effective ingredients. Any tinted lip balms or lipsticks in your future?

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Donna

Love the faint tint to the wax paste. The scent of cocoa is just right!

Thank you, Donna! The cocoa scent is one of our favorites too and we love the tint gives just the right amount of color without feeling heavy. So glad it's hitting the mark for you! 🍫☀️

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Terry
Love Tinted Zinc Sunscreen

I love the way this sunscreen coats and protects my skin while being all natural. The texture feels good going on and stays where I put it, no matter how sweaty my runs.

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Linda Shostak
Love this tinted sunscreen

The product itself is great, safe and effective. I also like that the packaging is minimal and sustainable.

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John McFarland
Tinted waxhead

I like this lip balm better because of the tint. Works great

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Kerrin

Love this product! Gordon smoothly and covers efficiently - have the tinted one too - need to rub that in a bit more but I love the protection the product offers

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Wendy

BEST product I’ve ever used for my lips in the sun!!

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Wendy Ryder
FINALLY!

I finally found a paste that keeps my bottom lip from burning!! I highly recommend the tinted lip paste!!

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Jennifer Carr
Great protection and very durable

Works great and smells good too

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joselind hartman
Amazing!

I’m allergic to something in sunscreens and haven’t been able to figure out what after trying soooo many products. This works. And, the tiny doesn’t make you look pasty. Love it. Very easy to apply as well. Not grimy and sticky like others.

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Jnvert619
Great Product; Not Great Tint

I love the non-tinted version and use it every day. It is so pure and effective so I was looking forward to trying the tinted version. It probably works just as well but the color was horrible. It looks like death or a pink hued muddy cement! Just awful. Only get it if you don’t mind looking like a corpse.

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ratedbyteacher
Thick, tacky, and stinky

Very tacky, uncomfortable to wear in heat. Very strong coconut smell.

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Floyd
coverage

contents a little hard for application. Could be softer for usage

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RunnerJen
Great sunblock!

I have tried a multitude of sunblock sticks, and this is, by far, the best one. It goes on smoothly, stays on during my ultra-sweaty runs and protects my skin. I

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CJ
Best sunscreen

Great product! Is as described.

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Candace
Nice

Delivered on time and in good condition. I really like the little tins the sunblock comes in. Makes it very convenient to take with me. It is a bit thick and hard to rub in. I purchased a different sunblock for my face because this did cause minimal break outs for me. However I still use it for other parts of the body.

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J Dub
Portable protection

I like the 5 pack, I put one in each of the cars, and on the boat. When it is inside with AC is is pretty solids, be when it get warm it so super soft and spreadable.

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Customer
Didn't burn!

My kids loved the “chocolate” smell of the tinted version and we didn’t have any burning on the day we used it. Also, if you are looking to reduce the plastic in your life, you will love the metal tin. It screws together well and had no leakage problems.

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mountainmama
Didn’t take much to do the job

I found it didn’t take much product in order to do the job, probably because it isn’t watered down with other ingredients. Tip: Heat the sunscreen up with your fingers before spreading it. Also, if you are looking to reduce the plastic in your life, you will love the metal tin. It screws together well and had no leakage problems.

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Slayherlyn
Marine safe

Check out Waxhead’s non toxic sunscreen. It’s marine safe, biodegradable and baby-safe.

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surfsupecoshopandrentals
Our staff favourite!

Our staff favourite!

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R Clare
Great product, love the packaging!

I decided to try this product because it has the fewest ingredients, none of which are harmful to the environment or people.

The tins are a great choice for keeping in my purse so I can apply to the backs of my hands when driving.

It’s very water resistant and does its job with keeping you from getting burned.

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Lisa
Eco Sundcreen

Love that it is ecofriendly stuff!

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Jeremy Ellison
White, but effective.

Good sunscreen, If you don’t mind looking like a ghost! Great for surfing.

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Kristy A. Destefano
love it!!

love the smoothness

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Caleb
Works, smells good, tastes fine, but hard to spread

I wore this on my face and neck for a 10 day Caribbean cruise, and did not get burnt. The only problem is I found it impossible to apply unless in front of a mirror with at least 5 minutes to spread it around. Verrry viscous. I even found if applied to a partially burnt area rubbing is so intense it initiated peeling. Apparently they make a thinner one.

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Ronnie c
Very good

Great product. Very high quality. I would purchase again.

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Erica
Yes

I loved this. With 4 simple ingredients and it’s so small I recommend it.

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linda seitz
Perfect to keep on your pocket in any season

Very useful, pocket sized cannisters

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K Lasalle
Handy, effective, small but mighty

My kids wear UV swim shirts and hats, so these work well for covering noses, hands, tops of feet. If you are looking to cover your kid in sunscreen from head to toe quickly - this is not the product for you. It's very thick, needs some warming up to spread. It stays on pretty much all day. We haven't done any swimming with the product yet, but I am guessing it'll stay on well. I was looking for a non-toxic option for sunscreen. You do have to work harder to put this on and spread it, but I am trying very hard not to use the kinds of sunscreens that can cause cancer just like the damn sun. I like that I could put a tin of this stuff in every spot and have some available. The tins are really small, so it turns out to be sort of expensive. It's worth it to me, and I will buy again. ***The color is tinted, and the shade is a beige-gray. It's not going to match your skin tone. It's especially not going to match if you have black or brown skin. This doesn't bother me because I don't care if it's bright white or neon-colored. I look like a very old, very salty lady at the beach, with a huge hat, huge sunglasses, and a flowery beach cover-up. It's fine. But if you're looking for something that disappears onto your skin, it sort of does, but it doesn't. Probably "disappears" better than the bright white zinc creams. I like it. But bc there is such a wide range of skin tones in the world, the company would probably need to offer at least a lighter and darker option. Also, the smell is mild, coconut-y, pleasant.