Colorado Sun Is Not Like Anywhere Else
At over 5,000 feet above sea level, Aurora and the broader Denver metro area receives significantly more UV radiation than lower-altitude cities. The thinner atmosphere filters less UV light — which means your skin is working harder every day just to manage the sun exposure that comes with living here.
Add in the outdoor lifestyle most Coloradans love, skiing, hiking, cycling, time at altitude — and sun protection is not a nice-to-have. It is the single most important thing you can do to protect your skin and extend the results of every treatment you invest in.
At ZenVita Medspa, we carry Colorescience, the gold standard in mineral sun protection and one of the most trusted skincare brands in aesthetic medicine.
What Is Colorescience?
Colorescience is a medical-grade skincare brand best known for its mineral-based SPF products — particularly the iconic Sunforgettable® Total Protection brush-on sunscreen that has become a staple in medspas and dermatology clinics across the US.
Unlike chemical sunscreens that absorb UV rays through a chemical reaction, Colorescience formulations use mineral filters — primarily zinc oxide — that physically reflect UV radiation before it reaches the skin. This makes them gentler on sensitive and post-treatment skin, effective immediately upon application, and free from potentially irritating chemical UV filters.
Why Colorescience Matters After Medspa Treatments
If you have invested in Morpheus8, Xerf, laser, chemical peels, or microneedling at ZenVita, unprotected sun exposure is one of the fastest ways to undo your results. Post-treatment skin is temporarily more vulnerable to UV damage — pigmentation can return, collagen stimulation can be disrupted, and the improvements you waited weeks to see can be significantly compromised.
Colorescience products are specifically formulated for post-procedure use. They are gentle enough for freshly treated skin and effective enough to genuinely protect it.
Colorescience for Colorado Living
The brush-on SPF is perfect for reapplication over makeup or during outdoor activities — it takes seconds and fits in a pocket, which means you will actually use it consistently. Water-resistant formulations suit the active Colorado lifestyle. Tinted options provide light coverage alongside protection, allowing many clients to replace their foundation or primer and simplify their morning routine.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I buy Colorescience in Aurora or Denver?
Colorescience is available through licensed providers including ZenVita Medspa in Aurora.
Is mineral sunscreen as effective as chemical SPF?
Yes — mineral sunscreens using zinc oxide provide broad-spectrum UVA and UVB protection that is at least as effective as chemical alternatives, with the added benefit of being gentler on sensitive and post-treatment skin.
Does the brush-on SPF actually provide enough protection?
Yes. The Sunforgettable® brush-on delivers SPF 50 with broad-spectrum coverage. Its main advantage is making reapplication easy — which is the real key to effective sun protection.
Is Colorescience worth the price compared to drugstore sunscreen?
For anyone investing in professional skin treatments, yes. Medical-grade mineral SPF protects your treatment investment and is formulated to sit well with the active ingredients in your other skincare.
Want to find the right Colorescience products for your skin and lifestyle? Visit ZenVita Medspa in Aurora, Colorado and our team will put together a sun protection routine that works as hard as your treatments do.
