A dermatologist-founded brand offering science-backed, mineral-based sunscreens and skincare with clean, cosmetically elegant formulas.
ORIGIN
USA
PRICE TIER
contemporary
Founded in 2007 by dermatologic oncologist Dr. Robert J. Friedman, MDSolarSciences was created to combat skin cancer by developing sun protection that people would genuinely want to wear daily. Dr. Friedman, who was part of the NYU team that established the "ABCDs of melanoma" detection guide, sought to overcome patient complaints about greasy, unpleasant sunscreens. The brand’s core philosophy is rooted in this “cleanical” approach, merging clean, cruelty-free, and reef-safe ingredients with rigorous clinical science. The result is a line of silky, lightweight mineral sunscreens and complementary skincare that feel luxurious and non-irritating, even on sensitive skin.