Unseen Sunscreen
Ingredients
isododecane, homosalate, dimethicone crosspolymer, dimethicone/bis-isobutyl ppg-20 crosspolymer, ethylhexyl salicylate, octocrylene, butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, polymethylsilsesquioxane, isohexadecane, dicaprylyl carbonate, meadowfoam estolide, caprylic/capric triglyceride, polyester-7, boswellia serrata resin extract, butyrospermum parkii butter, caprylyl glycol, diatomaceous earth, jojoba esters, lecithin, lithothamnion calcareum extract, mannitol, microcrystalline cellulose, neopentyl glycol diheptanoate, silica, tocopherol, zinc sulfate
True to its name, Supergoop’s Unseen Sunscreen is an invisible, weightless sunscreen that disappears into the skin without a trace. It’s fragrance-free, completely colorless, and has a silicone-gel texture that dries down to a matte finish. And yet, it offers full broad-spectrum SPF 30 protection — no white cast, no greasy film, no typical sunscreen smell. This is one of the rare SPF products that truly works across all skin tones and types.
The texture is similar to classic silicone-based primers, which makes sense given the high presence of dimethicone crosspolymer, isododecane, and isohexadecane — all ingredients that give slip and a smoothing feel. On paper, that suggests it should double as a makeup primer, but the reality is a bit more nuanced. It doesn’t visibly blur pores or mattify the way a purpose-built primer might. I couldn’t really tell the difference in finish or application between the side of my face that had Unseen Sunscreen underneath and the side that didn’t.
However, where it does act like a primer is in grip: it anchors foundation in place more than just moisturized skin does. That can be a plus or a minus — if you're not careful, it might emphasize patches or cling to dry areas, so you’ll want to make sure you blend thoroughly. In terms of longevity, I noticed it slightly improved wear for certain foundations by helping prevent creasing and oil migration, especially in the T-zone.
As far as UV protection goes, the filters here — Homosalate, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Octocrylene, and Avobenzone — are well-established chemical filters. While not as modern as newer options like Tinosorb or Uvinul, they still deliver broad-spectrum protection with a transparent, lightweight finish.
Supporting ingredients include shea butter for emollience, jojoba esters for a touch of soothing potential, tocopherol for antioxidant benefit, and silica and diatomaceous earth for subtle oil control.
Overall, this is a sunscreen that puts texture and finish first — and delivers on those fronts. That’s why it earns a “Great” rating from me, even if the ingredient list isn’t exactly a parade of skincare greatest hits.