In today’s post, we will be talking about the best mineral sunscreens for rosacea These sunscreens are very gentle, moisturizing, and non-irritating.

We choose each sunscreen based on how commonly it was used, tested, and recommended by people with rosacea.

There are also moisturizers with sunscreens to choose from.

This 100% physical sunscreen is commonly used, tested, and recommended by people with rosacea. It is gentle for even the most sensitive skin types, including post-procedure skin.

One person with acne-prone skin and rosacea said that the product reduced their rosacea from type 2 to type 1.

Pros:

• It comes in a universal tinted and moisturizing base that beautifully enhances most skin tones for a more youthful appearance.

• It is lightweight and non-greasy/heavy.

• It is also a moisturizing sunscreen that many people with rosacea prefer as it contains hyaluronic acid and 10% zinc oxide.

• It is water-resistant (40 minutes), and free from parabens, dye, gluten, oils, and fragrance.

Cons:

None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Active Ingredients: 10.0% Zinc oxide, 5.7% Titanium dioxide.

Inactive Ingredients: Water/Aqua, Sodium Chloride, Triethoxycaprylysilane, Alumina, Hydrogen Dimethicone, Potassium Sorbate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate, Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Tocopherol, Phenoxyethanol, Citric Acid, Iron Oxides.

This is another mineral sunscreen that was recommended by people with rosacea. It is also available in an untinted version. This sunscreen is for fair to light skin. It is also available in medium to tan and rich to deeper skin tones.

Pros:

• It is an oil-free lotion that finishes off on the matte side and provides light coverage that can double as a foundation.

• It is fragrance-free and suitable for sensitive skin.

• It is available in different shades.

• It is free from oxybenzone, alcohol, dye, oil, phthalate, PABA, petrolatum, sulfate, and gluten.

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Active Ingredients: Titanium Dioxide 4% and Zinc Oxide 4%

Inactive Ingredients: Cyclopentasiloxane, Water/Aqua/Eau, Glycerin, Silica, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Hexyl Laurate, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Terminalia Ferdinandiana (Kakadu Plum) Fruit Extract, Eucalyptus Globulus (Eucalyptus) Leaf Extract, Porphyra Umbilicalis Extract, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Stearic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Panthenol, Squalane, Disodium EDTA, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Alumina, Phenoxyethanol, Iron Oxides (CI 77492, CI 77491, CI 77499)

Now if you have rosacea and need a moisturizer along with sunscreen, then try using this biossance sunscreen. It is made for sensitive skin and is very lightweight and blends in for all skin tones fast without leaving a trace.

The only problem with this sunscreen is that many people experienced an allergic reaction.

What ingredients does it contain?

Zinc Oxide 14%, Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Squalane, Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Methyl Dihydroabietate, Sorbitan Olivate, Coco-Glucoside, Cetyl Palmitate, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, Nymphaea Alba Flower Extract, Acacia Senegal Gum, Ethyl Ferulate, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Gluconate, Lecithin, Sodium Palmitoyl Proline, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Isostearic Acid.

If you need a mineral sunscreen that is cheap and effective at the same time, then go for this. This sunscreen is made for sensitive skin including ultra-sensitive skin.

Pros:

• It absorbs smoothly into the skin leaving any white cast/eye-stinging. It dries with a matte finish making it ideal for application under makeup or for wear by itself.

• It contains zinc oxide 12% plus prebiotics and soothing vitamin E.

• It is water-resistant, fragrance and paraben-free, and hypoallergenic.  

• It defends against dryness, irritation, roughness, tightness, and a weakened skin barrier.

Cons:

None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Active Ingredients: Zinc Oxide 12% (Sunscreen)

Inactive Ingredients: Allantoin, Bisabolol, Butyloctyl Salicylate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Caprylyl Glycol, Caprylyl Methicone , Dimethicone, Dimethiconol/Propylsilsesquioxane/Silicate Crosspolymer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol , Isododecane, Lauryl Peg-10 Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)Silylethyl Dimethicone, Lauryl Peg-8 Dimethicone, Niacinamide, Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate , Peg-10, Phenoxyethanol , Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Propanediol , Sodium Chloride, Sodium Hydroxide, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Trilaureth-4 Phosphate, Water.

This is a Korean mineral sunscreen that is made for sensitive skin.

Pros:

• It does not leave a greasy feeling, white cast, or eye-stinging.

• It is infused with Centella Asiatica and houttuynia cordata extracts to soothe sensitive skin.

• It is a non-sticky formula that leaves the skin moisturized and refreshed.

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Water, Zinc Oxide, Propanediol, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Propylheptyl Caprylate, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Cyclohexasiloxane, Caprylyl Methicone, Isododecane, Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Methyl Trimethicone, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Magnesium Sulfate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, 1,2-Hexanediol, Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Lauryl Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Glyceryl Caprylate, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Butylene Glycol, Tocopherol, Centella Asiatica Extract, Caesalpinia Spinosa Fruit Extract, Pinus Pinaster Bark Extract, Kappaphycus Alvarezii Extract, 7-Dehydrocholesterol, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Ectoin, Buddleja Officinalis Flower Extract, Lactobacillus Ferment, Hydroxycinnamic Acid, Rutin.

This is also another moisturizing sunscreen you can use if you have rosacea.

Pros:

• It is a perfect moisturizer for sensitive skin.

• A lightly tinted sunscreen that protects the skin from free radicals because of its antioxidants.

• It finishes on the matte side and does not feel greasy making it suitable for all skin types.

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Water⁠, Cyclopentasiloxane⁠, Zinc Oxide⁠, PEG-12 Dimethicone⁠, PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone⁠, Lauroyl Lysine⁠, Sodium Chloride⁠, Trihydroxystearin⁠, Dimethicone Crosspolymer⁠, Resveratrol⁠, Quercetin⁠,  Epigallocatechin Gallate⁠, Tocopheryl Acetate⁠, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate⁠, Adenosine⁠, Bisabolol⁠, Salix Nigra (Willow) Bark Extract⁠, Punica Granatum Extract⁠, Haematococcus Pluvialis Extract⁠, Hydrolyzed Corn Starch⁠, Polysorbate 80⁠, Hydrated Silica⁠, Triethoxycaprylylsilane⁠, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate⁠, Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate⁠, Caprylyl Glycol⁠, Hexylene Glycol⁠, Ethylhexylglycerin⁠, Iron Oxides⁠.

Now if you’re looking for baby mineral sunscreens for rosacea, then pipette is the best one out there, A lot of people with different skin diseases use this sunscreen, so this is why we recommend this to everyone.

Pros:

• It is the perfect mineral sunscreen for rosacea.

• It is a lightweight, quick-absorbing, and non-sticky formula.

• It is non-comedogenic, fragrance-free, and non-water resistant.

• The plant extracts in this sunscreen help moisturize and calm the effects of infrared rays. 

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Squalane, Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Methyl Dihydroabietate, Sorbitan Olivate, Acacia Senegal Gum, Sodium Gluconate, Isostearic Acid, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Cetyl Palmitate, Coco-Glucoside, Wild Gooseberry Extract, Xanthan Gum, 1,2-Hexanediol, Ethyl Ferulate, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, Lecithin, Bisabolol, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Hydroxyacetophenone. Caprylyl Glycol.

This is a moisturizing mineral sunscreen that is made for all sensitive skin types including rosacea and ultra-sensitive skin. So, what’s special about this sunscreen is that it contains 24% zinc oxide.

Pros:

• It is water-resistant, moisturizing, and gentle.

Cons:

• The only con with this sunscreen is that it is difficult to rub in and might be greasy.

What ingredients does it contain?

Aqua, Zinc Oxide, Coco Caprylate, Jojoba Seed Oil, Sorbitan Olivate, Glycerin, Lecithin, Cera Alba (Beeswax), Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxyystearate, Galactoarabinan, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Tropolone, Cetyl Phosphate, Sodium Chloride, Oleic Acid.

• Blue Lizard Sensitive Face SPF 30+

• Blue Lizard Sheer Mineral Sunscreen Lotion for Face SPF 50+

• Colour science Sunforgettable Total Protection Face Shield Classic SPF 50

• Colorescience Sunforgettable Mineral SPF 30 Sunscreen Brush

• Cetaphil Redness Relieving Daily Facial Moisturizer SPF 20

• Murad City Skin Age Defense Broad Spectrum SPF 50

• Invisible Zinc Face and Body Mineral sunscreen

• Neutrogena Sensitive Skin Mineral Sunscreen SPF 60

• La Roche-Posay Anthelios Mineral Tinted Sunscreen for Face SPF 50

• COTZ Sensitive Mineral sunscreen SPF 40 (tinted and non-tinted)

• Tula Mineral sunscreen

• Paula’s choice DEFENSE Essential Glow Moisturizer SPF 30

• COOLA Sheer Matte Mineral Face Lotion SPF30

• A:
  • Avene Solaire UV Mineral Multi-Defense Sunscreen SPF 50+
  • Ava Isa – Sun Serum Drops (25% zinc oxide)
  • Alumier Sheer Hydration Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 40 (tinted)

• B:
  • BIODERMA Photoderm Mineral Fluid SPF 50+
  • Baby Bum Mineral SPF 50 Sunscreen Lotion (fragrance-free)

• C:
  • Coppertone SPORT Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50
  • Cerave Hydrating Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 Face Lotion
  • CyberDERM Simply Zinc LITE SPF 50 (25% zinc oxide)

• D:
  • Dermalogica – invisible physical defense mineral sunscreen spf30
  • Dr. Jart+ Every Sun Day Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50+

• E:
  • Ethical Zinc SPF50+ Natural Clear Zinc Sunscreen
  • EltaMD UV Pure Broad-Spectrum SPF 47
  • Exuviance Sheer Daily Protector Sunscreen SPF 50 PA++++
  • EltaMD UV Physical Broad-Spectrum SPF 41 (tinted)
  • EleVen – Ace the Day Face Lotion SPF 30

• F:
  • Face Theory Amil-C Whip M5 SPF 30 (moisturizer with sunscreen)
  • Face Reality Ultimate Protection SPF28 (moisturizer with sunscreen)
  • Fotoprotector ISDIN Fusion Fluid MINERAL SPF 50
  • Farmacy Green Defense Daily Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30
  • First Aid Beauty Mineral Sunscreen Zinc Oxide Broad Spectrum SPF 30
  • First Aid Beauty Weightless liquid mineral Sunscreen SPF 30

• H:
  • Hero Cosmetics – Superlight Sunscreen SPF 30 (moisturizer with sunscreen)
  • Hueguard 3-in-1 Broad Spectrum Mineral SPF 30 Primer
  • Humanrace Ozone Face Protection Daily Moisturizer

• I:
  • IS CLINICAL Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50
  • Indie Lee – Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30
  • Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 (lasts for 4 to 6 months)
  • Ilia C Beyond Triple Serum SPF 40 Mineral Sunscreen with Vitamin C 10% + Niacinamide

• J:
  • Jane Irridele Dream Tint Tinted Moisturizer SPF 15

• K:
  • Kao – Biore UV Kids Pure Milk Sunscreen SPF50 PA+++
  • Kari Gran – Essential SPF 30

• L:
  • LASPA Daily Sun Protection Mineral Sunscreen SPF 20
  • Lean Screen SPF 50+ Mattifying Zinc Skinscreen
  • Love Sun Body – SPF 30 Fragrance-Free Face Sunscreen (20% zinc oxide)
  • LASPA Moisturizing Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30

• M:
  • MyCHELLE Dermaceuticals Sun Shield SPF 28 Unscented
  • MDSolarSciences Mineral Creme SPF 50 Broad Spectrum UVA-UVB
  • Mustela Baby Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50

• N:
  • Naked Sundays – SPF50+ Collagen Glow 100% Mineral

• O:
  • Odacite – SPF 50 Sheer Sunscreen Mineral Drops

• P:
  • Paula’s Choice CALM Redness Relief SPF 30 (moisturizer with sunscreen)
  • Peter Thomas Roth Max Mineral Tinted Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 45
  • PURITO Comfy Water Sun Block SPF50+

• R:
  • Replenix Sheer Mineral Face Sunscreen SPF 50+

• S:
  • SkinCeuticals – Physical Fusion UV Defense SPF 50
  • Salt and Stone – Lightweight Sheer Daily Sunscreen SPF 40
  • Self Reflect – Zinc Oxide SPF 32 Mineral Sunscreen
  • Suntegrity – 5-in-1 Tinted Moisturizing Face Sunscreen
  • Sensitive 1000 Roses CC Color + Correct SPF 30 (tinted moisturizer with sunscreen)
  • Solera Suncare – Guardian Angel Super Peptide Sunscreen Milk SPF 50
  • Supergoop Matte MINERAL
  • Supergoop Mineral Sheer Screen SPF 30 (moisturizer with sunscreen)
  • Sukin SPF30 Sheer Touch Face Sunscreen (tinted and untinted)

• T:
  • The INKEY List SPF 30 Mineral Sunscreen (tinted)
  • Thinksport Mineral Sunscreen Lotion – SPF 50 (20% zinc oxide)

• U:
  • Undefined R&R Sun Serum – SPF 50

• V:
  • Versed Guards Up Daily Mineral Sunscreen Broad Spectrum – SPF 35