Elta MD - AOX Mist

EltaMD UV AOX Mist Broad-Spectrum SPF 40 is a 100% mineral sunscreen in a fine, non-aerosol mist, enriched with antioxidants. It solves the problem that defeats most sunscreen routines: reapplication. Nobody rubs cream sunscreen over their makeup at two in the afternoon, so most people simply do not reapply.

The mist delivers transparent zinc oxide in a sheer finish that settles without disturbing makeup, and the antioxidant complex adds a layer of defense against free radicals that UV filters alone do not address. It is water-resistant for 40 minutes and gentle enough for daily use on both face and body.

It is nonflammable and free of chemical propellants, which makes it practical for travel and for use around the face.

1. Shake well before each use.
2. Hold 6 to 8 inches from the skin and mist evenly until the skin is visibly wet, then pat in gently with clean fingers.
3. Reapply every two hours of sun exposure, and immediately after swimming or towel drying.
4. Close your eyes and hold your breath while misting the face.

Use this to reapply, not as your only application. Start the day with a cream or lotion sunscreen, which is easier to apply at the full recommended amount, and use the mist to top up.

Transparent Zinc Oxide: a 100% mineral broad spectrum filter that reflects UVA and UVB rays with a sheer finish and no white cast.

Antioxidant Complex: helps neutralize the free radicals generated by UV and infrared exposure, which sunscreen filters alone do not address.

Hydrating Agents: leave skin feeling moisturized rather than dry or tacky after misting.

No Chemical Propellants: nonflammable and travel-friendly.

• Broad spectrum SPF 40 in a 100% mineral formula.
• Transparent zinc oxide finish with no white cast.
• Enriched with skin-rejuvenating antioxidants.
• Helps visibly reduce signs of premature aging.
• Makes reapplication over makeup genuinely practical.
• Gentle enough for daily use on both face and body.
• Water resistant for up to 40 minutes.
• Nonflammable and free of chemical propellants.

Reapplication is the weak point in nearly every patient's sun protection, and it is not a discipline problem so much as a format problem. Cream sunscreen over a finished face is unappealing, so it does not happen. A mist removes the obstacle.

Our providers suggest using this as the second and third application of the day rather than the first. A mist is difficult to apply at the density needed to reach its labeled SPF, so start the morning with a lotion or cream and top up with this.

It is also genuinely useful in the weeks after a procedure, when the treated skin is sun-sensitive and touching it is uncomfortable. You can order this here without an appointment, and we ship nationwide.