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The Milky Sunscreen SPF 50

Soothing Hydration Shield

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Size: 50 ml / 1.7 fl. oz.
Sale price $50.00

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Recommended for
All Skin Types, Sun Protection, Hydrating, Healthy Aging

Formulated without
Parabens, synthetic fragrances, mineral oil, sulfate detergents, phthalates, urea, DEA or TEA.

Non-comedogenic. Dermatologist tested. Cruelty-free.

Featured Ingredients

  • Broad Spectrum UV Filters

    Transparent sun protection disappears on skin

  • Encapsulated Ectoin + Vitamin E

    Delivers cellular hydration & helps repair the skin barrier

  • Okinawa Aloe

    Soothes & moisturizes stressed skin

Ingredients

Active Ingredients:
AVOBENZONE 2.3%
HOMOSALATE 6.6%
OCTISALATE 4.5%

Inactive Ingredients:
WATER, SACCHAROMYCES/RICE FERMENT FILTRATE, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, PENTYLENE GLYCOL, POLYGLYCERYL-10 LAURATE, PROPANEDIOL, CAMELLIA SINENSIS LEAF EXTRACT, CLADOSIPHON OKAMURANUS EXTRACT, ALOE BARBADENSIS LEAF EXTRACT, ACRYLATES/C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, HYDROGENATED PHOSPHATIDYLCHOLINE, TOCOPHEROL, ECTOIN, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, TOCOPHERYL ACETATE, FRAGRANCE, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, SODIUM HYDROXIDE, SILICA, PHENOXYETHANOL, IRON OXIDES (CI 77491)

Recommended for
All Skin Types, Sun Protection, Hydrating, Healthy Aging

Formulated without
Parabens, synthetic fragrances, mineral oil, sulfate detergents, phthalates, urea, DEA or TEA.

Non-comedogenic. Dermatologist tested. Cruelty-free.

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Tatcha The Milky Sunscreen SPF 50 pale pink tube, full size, front view
The Milky Sunscreen SPF 5050 ml | 1.7 fl. oz. Sale price $50
Texture shot of Milky SPF
Benefits

Daily protection plus visible sun damage correction

Disappears on skin for milky-light SPF 50+ / PA++++ protection
Helps visibly correct UV damage and reduce dark spots
Delivers cellular hydration & soothes stressed skin
Clinical Results

Visibly improved dark spots, visible redness, and fine lines in 2 weeks*

100% showed an immediate improvement in moisturization*
96% agreed skin feels calm and soothed*

Clinical Results

Instantly:
100% showed an immediate improvement in moisturization*
100% showed an immediate improvement in skin barrier*

After 1 Week:
96% agree product is enjoyable to reapply*

After 2 Weeks:
Helps visibly improve fine lines, redness, and dark spots*
96% agreed skin feels calm and soothed*
96% agreed product feels cooling and refreshing*

*Based on clinical study of 30 panelists

*Based on clinical study of 30 panelists

Close-up of a smiling model smoothing Tatcha The Milky Sunscreen SPF 50 onto her cheek
How to Use

Milky light protection that absorbs quickly

Shake lightly before use. Apply liberally 15 minutes before sun exposure and at least every 2 hours. Reapply after swimming or sweating and immediately after towel drying.

Pairs best with

Tatcha The Dewy Milk Moisturizer lavender bottle, full size, front view
The Dewy Milk Moisturizer Sale priceFrom $24
Model with parasol holding The Milky SPF 50

For centuries, Japanese women have understood that diligent suncare is key to maintaining healthy skin, carrying parasols & folding fans to shield delicate skin from the sun.

Image of rice, green tea and algae in petri dishes

Powered by proprietary complex Hadasei-3™

Three Japanese ingredients, double-fermented to unlock 400+ micronutrients that boost skin's resilience to daily stressors.

Overall rating: 4.837989 / 5 from 358 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

The Milky Sunscreen SPF 50 provides a smooth, hydrated glow while protecting the skin. It absorbs quickly without leaving a white cast and feels silky on the skin. The formula is lightweight and luxurious, blending effortlessly into the skin and giving a natural, dewy glow.

Summary topics

  • Hydration Layer (11%): Customers raved about how this SPF gives a smooth, hydrated glow while protecting the skin.
  • Absorption Speed (13%): Customers expressed satisfaction with the lightweight and milky formula that absorbs quickly without leaving a white cast.
  • Blending Ease (16%): Many customers brought up that the product blends effortlessly into the skin. (7 out of 20 reviews)

Review topics: ["size","color","weight","issues","results","feels","skin","scent","packaging","package","texture","felt","look","glow","absorbs","sunscreen","formula","protection","residue","cast","consistency","spots","hydration","spf","base","light","ingredients","blends","face","pores"].

Review highlights

  • "The texture is super light and milky, it blends into the skin instantly and doesn’t leave any white cast." — Tati
  • "The texture is lightweight and fluid, and it blends into the skin quickly without leaving a heavy or greasy feeling." — Kenzie
  • "Its milky texture blends effortlessly, leaving no white cast and a soft, natural glow." — Sahar

Reviews

So so amazing

"Anyone saying this has the dreaded sunscreen smell has never smelled or used anything from Tatcha haha. It smells just like their purple line, so light and spa like. As for the product itself, it blends right in so easily, it plays so well with makeup, is very glowy and hydrating which I want, and I love that I’m getting the highest level of protection, as I don’t want to use anything under PA ++++ because I really am passionate about protecting my face from sun damage and photoaging. Such a beautiful formula, that it’s beyond worth the price. Also, as someone who only shops cruelty free, Tatcha will continue to have my dollars and support for being a cruelty free company!! Thank you Tatcha <3"

— Charidy (5/5)

"Silky and light. Works great under all my foundations and tints. My go to spf these days."

— Cheryl (5/5)

The perfect hydrating sunscreen!

"I have very dry skin and suffer from bad eczema patches on my face. Most sunscreens break me out with eczema, but this one is sooo hydrating and soothing on my skin. Highly recommend!"

— Julian O. (5/5)

Lovely sun screen

"It absorbs nicely with no cast. Unfortunately, I didn't realize it was made with Avobenzone, Octisalate and Homosalate which are not great ingredients known to cause hormone disruption. I'll make sure to get a mineral based sunscreen next time."

— Maribel G. (4/5)

The best sunscreen!

"I have used so many sunscreens, that looked white, thick or made my skin breakout. This is the best sunscreen that I have ever used! I use it on my face, arms and hands. I wish it came in a larger size or body lotion. I sometimes use it as my daily moisturizer. It leaves my skin soft and not tacky."

— Julie M. (5/5)

"The sunscreen is ultra light and perfect under makeup Love it!!"

— Julianna (5/5)

I wanted to love this

"I really wanted to love this product! I’ve been using the silky mineral sunscreen, and I loved the tinted version. I was very excited that this product offered healing properties as well. I’ve just about finished this bottle, and I have been sunburnt at least four times on my face while wearing this…even after re-application. I also noticed an increased in sun sensitivity. Not sure if it just doesn’t play well with my other products, but super bummed! Will not be purchasing again"

— Loren (2/5)

"Took 8 days to arrive."

— Ann (3/5)

"Fabulous. A little goes a long way. I used this all summer and under the Mediterranean sun. Protected my skin wonderfully. Not a single burn, nor did I peel. Silky smooth on the skin. Not tacky or drying."

— Michelle (5/5)

I just found my all time favorite!!!

"The way this sunscreen absorbs into the skin is unreal. I have been on the market looking for a sunscreen like this and finally found it. I have tried so many, and all of them felt so greasy and on top of my skin, making me feel sticky. The Tatcha Milky Sunscreen is the complete opposite, and it just blends beautifully. Also, a major plus is that it plays so well with any type of makeup. . . I had problems with my makeup peeling off if I wore sunscreen; now I don't have this issue. Worth the purchase. And about the fragrance? It is nothing crazy or "perfumy"; it just smells like every other Tatcha product, very faint and soothing."

— Melissa E. (5/5)

Q&A

Between the Milky and the Dewy sunscreen , which is better in preventing sun burn on my face?
TATCHA does not currently offer a sunscreen called Dewy. To make sure we provide you with the most accurate information, please email customercare@tatcha.com with the specific names of the sunscreens you’re comparing. We will be happy to assist you.
Is the milky sunscreen SPF 50 pregnancy safe?
Our entire skincare collection is formulated to be pregnancy-friendly. We formulate without mineral oil, synthetic fragrances, sulfate detergents, parabens, urea, DEA, TEA, and phthalates. We also do not formulate with retinoids, which is an ingredient you&#x27;ll want to avoid when you are pregnant and breastfeeding.
Is there a zinc oxide in the sunscreen? If there is, what is the percentage?
This sunscreen does not contain zinc oxide in its formulation.
Can I wear makeup over the Milky Sunscreen SPF50?
Yes! This was formulated to work beautifully under makeup.
Does this sunscreen work while swimming for brief periods of time?
No, you should use a water-resistant sunscreen if swimming or sweating.

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