The Milky Sunscreen SPF 50

Soothing Hydration Shield

$50

Size: 50 ml / 1.7 fl. oz.

Full Size Mini

Free shipping and returns on U.S. orders

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.

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)

The Milky Sunscreen SPF 5050 ml | 1.7 fl. oz.

$50

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^*

^*Based on clinical study of 30 panelists

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

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ingredients

Helps visibly correct, protect and soothe

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

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.

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Overall rating: 4.840909 / 5 from 352 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

The Milky Sunscreen SPF 50 is praised for its lightweight texture that blends seamlessly into the skin without leaving a white cast. Customers appreciate its fresh and clean feel, which does not feel overpowering. The product provides strong daily protection while keeping the skin hydrated and looking smooth and healthy all day.

Summary topics

Fresh Feel (40%): A substantial number of customers brought up that this sunscreen feels fresh and clean without being overpowering.
Blending Texture (40%): Many customers appreciated the lightweight and silky texture, which blends into the skin instantly without any white cast.
Daily Protection (27%): Based on many customers, this product provides strong daily protection while still feeling breathable and hydrated.
Hydrated Look (22%): Many customers remarked that the product makes their skin look hydrated and fresh all day, providing a smooth and healthy look.

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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 smooth and milky, and it blends effortlessly without leaving a white cast." — Anna P.
"The milky texture feels very silky and soft." — Cece

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)

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)

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)

"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)

5 start review

"The best SPF on the market! ☀️✨ I can’t leave the house without completing my beauty routine—and SPF is ALWAYS the final step."

— Marilin C. (5/5)

The Milky Sunscreen SPF 50

"I love Tatcha products, but this is not the one for me. It’s very liquidy when it comes out and doesn’t feel nearly as good going on as the Silken sunscreen. I was really excited for the Milky due to my age and sun damaged face but I’m going back to my old reliable."

— Dara E. (2/5)

Great Product

"Love this sunscreen…lightweight and doesn’t feel like sunscreen. Wish there was a larger quantity option. A little pricey for current product size."

— Bonnie (5/5)

good

"I like the Sunscreen but I had no idea it was a very small bottle way to expensive"

— petra c. (4/5)

Q&A

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'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.
I have celiac disease and my skin is sensitive to gluten- is this sunscreen gluten free?: Thank you for your question! At the moment, we don’t have confirmation on whether this sunscreen is gluten-free. Our team is currently looking into this so we can provide an accurate answer. Because we’re unable to track follow-ups within this forum, we recommend reaching out to our team directly via customercare@tatcha.com so we can share updates with you as soon as we have them.

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