This Is Probably the Most Hyped Beauty Launch of 2025 So Far—Here Are My Honest Thoughts

Jones Road Everyday Sunscreen

The Formula

This sunscreen is a mineral SPF formula with SPF 30. The consistency feels like a rich, hydrating moisturiser as you apply it. I tested one of the tinted shades (Sunny, the lightest shade in the four tints available); however, it also comes in an untinted shade if you don't want any pigment.

Before

Application

Although each of the sunscreens is marketed as a tinted SPF, they are definitely more of a colour-correcting hue rather than a coverage-based shade match, so in my opinion, they'd make for great primers underneath foundation or a skin tint.

Truthfully, when I applied Sandy, the pigment looked a little chalky at first (after all, it has a mineral, zinc-based formula, rather than a chemical formula, which will inevitably leave a white cast), however, as I rubbed it into my skin it gradually blended in, matching my skin tone while cancelling out redness and making my skin look more uniform. I wouldn't say it provides tonnes of coverage (rather a sheer tint), so if you're wearing it on its own, you might want to go in with a concealer to cover any breakouts.

After

I will say that on the initial application, the formula feels exceptionally nourishing and hydrating on the skin. After a few minutes, it sinks in and leaves a dewy gleam. Once it has settled, it delivers a subtle coverage, but I did apply a little concealer on some acne scarring and redness in places.

The Verdict

Let me first say that I do like the premise of this sunscreen, and I actually do really like the formula. In fact, it is an exceptional sunscreen for those with dry skin. Because I have oily skin, I think this SPF is too rich for my skin type (sob). However, that's not to say that this is a bad sunscreen at all. I really see this working brilliantly for you if your parched skin craves long-lasting moisture throughout the day, or you want an SPF that doubles as a makeup primer.It's very hydrating (I didn't need to apply moisturiser beforehand) and if you're particularly prone to dryness, this is a great moisturising primer underneath makeup to provide a dewy and plumped look all day long.

If you have oily or combination skin and prefer a matte finish, you might want to pass on this one. But if you love a dewy glow, you may find it's enough on its own without foundation to give you a healthy-looking glow.

My biggest piece of advice, however, is to try a tester before committing to the purchase. Why? As mentioned, there are four colour-correcting shades (ranging from Apricot, a deep burnt orange hue, to Sandy, a light beige) which each give the skin a subtle, colour-correcting tint. While I've not tried the two deepest shades, I will caveat here that I am sceptical about how suited any of these mineral sunscreens are for dark skin tones, as well as how stretchable each hue is. Similarly, the untinted version may also leave a white cast, so I'd urge you instead to take a look at our favourite SPFs for dark skin.

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