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- BRAND: EltaMD
- LOCATION TM: United States
- PRODUCT GROUP: Sun care, skin care, procedure care
- CLASSIFICATION: Professional / medical-grade skincare, dermatologist-trusted, science-backed, mineral sunscreen (zinc oxide–based)
- GENDER: Unisex (suitable for all skin types and tones)
- ESTABLISHED IN: 2007 (modern EltaMD line; origin of the brand traces back to 1988 and earlier)
- WHERE TO BUY: Visit Store
Why shop with EltaMD?
DERMATOLOGIST-TRUSTED | MEDICAL-GRADE SKINCARE | MINERAL SUNSCREEN | BROAD-SPECTRUM PROTECTION | ZINC OXIDE FORMULAS | PROFESSIONAL SKINCARE | SUNCARE ESSENTIALS | SKIN BARRIER SUPPORT | EVERYDAY SPF | CLINICALLY-PROVEN FORMULAS
EltaMD is a dermatologist-trusted skincare brand known for safe, effective formulas backed by more than 30 years of professional experience. The brand is the #1 dermatologist-recommended professional sunscreen in the U.S., and many dermatologists use EltaMD products personally. Their formulas are lightweight, protective, and designed to support skin renewal.
A History of Healing
EltaMD’s story begins in rural Switzerland in the 1800s, where a powerful healing ointment was passed down for generations. In 1988, this formula inspired the creation of Elta — a professional wound-care line widely used in hospitals, burn centers, and rehabilitation clinics around the world. In 2007, the brand expanded into everyday skincare and sun protection, evolving into the EltaMD known today.
Every Body, Every Day
EltaMD creates products for all skin types, tones, and concerns. Their sun care line is formulated with zinc oxide, offering broad UVA/UVB protection in silky, blendable textures designed for daily use. Their skincare range includes cleansers, toners, and barrier-repair serums that cleanse, renew, and strengthen the skin. The procedure care line supports compromised skin, helping it safely move through healing phases after clinical treatments.
Awareness and Education
Beyond products, EltaMD supports skin-health education. The brand sponsors Destination Healthy Skin, a free nationwide screening program offering thousands of skin cancer checks. They also partner with Sun Bus, a mobile dermatology tour, and support burn camps by providing sunscreen and skincare products for children recovering from burn trauma.
What People Say
EitherInevitable4864, reddit.com:
"I have severe rosacea and it's the only sunscreen that doesn't cause a flare, and the only one I can wear under makeup without pilling."
Jennyhillman, trustpilot.com:
"I love the Elta MD sunscreen with tint. It does not feel heavy or greasy and it actually looks like I have foundation on. I love it."
Jenna M., thingtesting.com:
"I received a sample of Elta MD UV Skin Recovery with SPF 50. It works amazingly. It’s been a hot summer already so I tried this on a triple digit day and it really kept my face from burning. I would buy the full size, the quality is worth it."
