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Best Korean Mineral Sunscreens for Dry and Sensitive Skin

In this post, we will talk about the best Korean mineral sunscreens for dry and sensitive skin.

We chose these sunscreens based on how commonly it was tested and recommended by people with the same skin type.

1. Dr. G Green Mild Up Sun+ SPF50+ PA++++

This is the best Korean mineral sunscreen and is highly recommended for dry and sensitive skin.

RatingPrice
10/10$$

Pros:

  • It is very lightweight and contains centella asiatica, pycnogenol, and houttuynia cordata extracts that can soothe, protect, and moisturize the skin.
  • There is no white cast and is non-sticky and non-greasy.

Cons:

  • None.

What ingredients does it contain?

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

2. Torriden Dive-In-Mild Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++

This is a Korean mineral sunscreen formulated with 100% zinc oxide and 10 kinds of Hyaluronic Acid to moisturize and protect dry and sensitive skin without irritation.

RatingPrice
10/10$$

Pros:

  • It is vegan-friendly and has a non-sticky formula that glides easily onto the skin and won’t leave a white cast.

Cons:

  • None.

What ingredients does it contain?

WATER, ZINC OXIDE, CYCLOHEXASILOXANE, BUTYLOCTYL SALICYLATE, PROPYLHEPTYL CAPRYLATE, PROPANEDIOL, DICAPRYLYL CARBONATE, ISODODECANE, POLYGLYCERYL-3 POLYDIMETHYLSILOXYETHYL DIMETHICONE, CAPRYLYL METHICONE, SODIUM HYALURONATE, HYALURONIC ACID, HYDROLYZED SODIUM HYALURONATE, HYDROLYZED HYALURONIC ACID, SODIUM ACETYLATED HYALURONATE, SODIUM HYALURONATE CROSSPOLYMER, POTASSIUM HYALURONATE, DIMETHYLSILANOL HYALURONATE, HYDROXYPROPYLTRIMONIUM HYALURONATE, SODIUM HYALURONATE DIMETHYLSILANOL, PANTHENOL, ALLANTOIN, TREHALOSE, CERAMIDE NP, HAMAMELIS VIRGINIANA (WITCH HAZEL) EXTRACT, PORTULACA OLERACEA EXTRACT, ANTHEMIS NOBILIS FLOWER EXTRACT, SIMMONDSIA CHINENSIS (JOJOBA) SEED OIL, 2,3-BUTANEDIOL, DISTEARDIMONIUM HECTORITE, MAGNESIUM SULFATE, TRIETHOXYCAPRYLYLSILANE, METHYL METHACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER, POLYGLYCERYL-2 DIPOLYHYDROXYSTEARATE, LAURYL POLYGLYCERYL-3 POLYDIMETHYLSILOXYETHYL DIMETHICONE, GLYCERYL CAPRYLATE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, TOCOPHEROL, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, 1,2-HEXANEDIOL, MELIA AZADIRACHTA LEAF EXTRACT, MELIA AZADIRACHTA FLOWER EXTRACT, COCCINIA INDICA FRUIT EXTRACT, SOLANUM MELONGENA (EGGPLANT) FRUIT EXTRACT, ALOE BARBADENSIS FLOWER EXTRACT, CURCUMA LONGA (TURMERIC) ROOT EXTRACT, CORALLINA OFFICINALIS EXTRACT, OCIMUM SANCTUM LEAF EXTRACT, CAMELLIA SINENSIS LEAF EXTRACT, MALACHITE EXTRACT.

3. Suntique’s I’m Safe for Sensitive Skin SPF 35 PA+++

This is another Korean mineral sunscreen made for dry and sensitive skin.

RatingPrice
10/10$$

Pros:

  • It contains ingredients like centella asiatica and aloe leaf extracts to soothe and moisturize the skin.
  • It instantly absorbs into the skin without leaving behind a white cast, greasy film, or scent.

Cons:

  • None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Water, Propanediol, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Phenyl Trimethicone, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Methylpropanediol, Cyclopentasiloxane, 1,2-Hexanediol, Glycereth-26, Methyl Trimethicone, Polyglyceryl-2 Caprate, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Styren Copolymer, Sucrose Stearate, Tromethamine, Jojoba Seed Oil, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Cellulose Gum, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Cetyl Hydroxyethylcellulose, Stearic Acid, Alumina, Betaine, Trehalose, Glyceryl Caprylate, Butylene Glycol, Pentylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Squalane, Centella Asiatica Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Madecassoside, Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Carbomer, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, t-Butyl Alcohol, Fragrance.

4. Make p:rem – UV Defense Me. Calming Tone-Up Sun Cream (pink bottle)

This sunscreen provides sun protection along with a tone-up or brightening effect.

RatingPrice
10/10$

Pros:

  • The white cast is minimal. It is reef-safe, ocean-friendly, non-nano, and free from artificial fragrances, parabens, sulfates, alcohols, and EU allergens.
  • It contains bamboo water to soothe and moisturize sensitive skin.

Cons:

  • None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Water, Zinc Oxide, Cyclohexasiloxane, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Propanediol, Propylheptyl Caprylate, Isododecane, Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Lauryl Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Caprylyl Methicone, Disiloxane, Moringa oleifera Seed Extract, Cardiospermum Halicacabum Flower/Leaf/Vine Extract, Rosmarinus Rosemary Leaf Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Bambusa Vulgaris Water, Magnesium Sulfate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, 1,2-Hexanediol, Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Glyceryl Caprylate, Black Currant Seed Oil, Sunflower Seed Oil, Madecassoside, Fructan, Sunflower Seed Oil Unsaponifiables, Biosaccharide Gum-4 Pear Fruit Extract, Peach Fruit Extract, Melon Fruit Extract, Ivy Leaf/stem Extract, Rosa Damascena Flower Water, Jasmine Flower Water, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopherol, Octyldodecanol, Maltodextrin, Butylene Glycol.

5. Axis-Y Complete No-Stress Physical Sunscreen

Now, this is a mineral sunscreen you might not have heard about but it has some positive reviews.

RatingPrice
10/10$

Pros:

  • It is suitable for sensitive skin types and free from artificial colours, mineral oils, fragrances, and parabens.

Cons:

  • There can be a white cast for some skin tones.

What ingredients does it contain?

Water, Cyclohexasiloxane, Zinc Oxide, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Propanediol, Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Cardiospermum Halicacabum Flower/Leaf/Vine Extract, Sunflower Seed Oil Unsaponifiables, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Dibutyl Adipate, Niacinamide, Caprylyl Methicone, 1,2-Hexanediol, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Betaine, Magnesium Sulfate, Grape Seed Extract, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Hydrogen Dimethicone, Inositol, Aluminum Hydroxide, C30-45 Alkyl Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer, Stearic Acid, Butylene Glycol, Pentylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Octyldodecanol, Adenosine, Glycerin, Squalane, Allantoin, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Water, Echium Plantagineum Seed Oil, Artemisia capillaris Extract(0.005%), Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5, Tocopherol.

6. Missha Cotton All Around Safe Sun Block SPF50+ PA++++

This sunscreen provides sun protection along with moisturizing ingredients and a natural tone-up.

RatingPrice
10/10$$

Pros:

  • It contains sebum powder to control excessive oil and sweat on the skin while creating a cotton-like texture skin.
  • It contains tea tree leaf extract, allantoin, ceramide and panthenol to soothe, moisturize, and strengthen the skin barrier.

Cons:

  • None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Water, Zinc Oxide, Cyclohexasiloxane, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Propanediol, Propylheptyl Caprylate, Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Isododecane, Caprylyl Methicone, Dioctyl 2, 6-Naphthalate, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Extract, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Magnesium Sulfate, Titanium Dioxide, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, 1,2-Hexanediol, Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Lauryl Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Glyceryl Caprylate, Caprylyl Glycol, Glycerine, Ethylhexylglycerin, Dipropylene Glycol, Panthenol, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Tocopherol, Butylene Glycol, Ceramide NP, Allantoin, Fragrance.

7. Goodal – Heartleaf Calming Moisture Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++

This is a vegan Korean mineral sunscreen that should be suitable for dry and sensitive skin.

RatingPrice
10/10$$

Pros:

  • It contains Houttuynia Cordata Extract along with other different calming ingredients to soothe irritated skin.
  • It does not cake or leave a white cast.
  • Free from 18 harmful ingredients making it safe for sensitive skin.

Cons:

  • None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Water, Dibutyl Adipate, Propanediol, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Diisopropyl Sebacate, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Methicone, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Pentylene Glycol, Behenyl Alcohol, Poly C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Decyl Glucoside, Tromethamine, Carbomer, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Ethylhexylglycerin, Xanthan Gum, T-Butyl Alcohol, Tocopherol.

8. Pyunkang Yul – ATO Mild Sun Cream SPF 50 PA++++

This is a gentle mineral sunscreen that should be suitable for dry and sensitive skin because of its moisturizing and soothing ingredients.

RatingPrice
10/10$$

Pros:

  • It offers SPF 50 PA++++ UV protection without leaving a white cast.
  • It absorbs well into the skin.
  • It contains Honeysuckle Flower Extract, Mugwort Leaf Extract, Green Tea Extract, Hyaluronic Acid, and Ceramide to soothe and moisturize sun-irritated skin.
  • Suitable for sensitive skin.

Cons:

  • None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Purified Water, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Propanediol, Propylheptylcaprylate, Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate, Disteadimonium Hectorite, Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Magnesium Sulfate, Phenyltrimethicone, 1,2-Hexanediol, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Acrylate/Dimethicone Copolymer, Triethoxycaprylylsilane , Stearic Acid, Aluminum Hydroxide, Glyceryl Caprylate, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexyl Glycerin, Tocopherol, Ceramide NP, Sodium Hyaluronate, Butylene Glycol, Dipropylene Glycol, Glycerin, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Artemisia Princeps Extract, Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract, Xanthium Strumarium Fruit Extract, Salicornia Herbacea Extract, Ginger Root Extract, Honeysuckle Flower Extract, Poncirus Trifoliata Fruit Extract, Sophora Angustifolia Root Extract, Garlic Bulb Extract, Zinc Oxide, Cyclopentasiloxane, Homosalate , Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Titanium Dioxide, Licorice Root Extract.

9. ROUND LAB – 365 Derma Relief Sun Cream

This is a non-nano mineral sunscreen formulated with non-irritated, soothing ingredients which is suitable for dry and sensitive skin.

RatingPrice
10/10$$

Pros:

  • It features a powerful moisturizing effect with Aqua Ceramide, leaving your skin hydrated.
  • It contains Panthenol, Houttuynia Cordata extract, and Centella Asiatica extract that soothes sensitive skin against external irritation.
  • It does not leave any white cast.
  • Skin irritation test completed.

Cons:

  • None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Water, Zinc Oxide (CI 77947), Isononyl Isononanoate, Caprylyl Methicone, Isododecane, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Methyl Trimethicone, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Acrylates Copolymer, Dipropylene Glycol, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Acrylates/ Polytrimethylsiloxymethacrylate Copolymer, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Polyglyceryl-2 Isostearate, Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Ceramide NP, Squalane, Centella Asiatica Extract, Panthenol, Allantoin, Artemisia Princeps Leaf Extract, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil, Pinus Sylvestris Leaf Oil, Polyglyceryl-6 Polyhydroxystearate, Hexyl Laurate, Poly C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Coco-Caprylate/ Caprate, Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Magnesium Sulfate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Aluminum Hydroxide, Stearic Acid, Sorbitan Isostearate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Polyglycerin-6, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Tocopherol.

10. Skin 1004 Centella Air-Fit Suncream Plus SPF50+ PA++++

A non-nano physical sunscreen that blocks UV rays, and brightens the skin. This sunscreen can be worn all year long without feeling leaving a white cast.

RatingPrice
10/10$$

Pros:

  • It contains Centella Asiatica Extract and Niacinamide.

Cons:

  • None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Centella Asiatica Extract(35.8%), Cyclopentasiloxane, Zinc Oxide, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Titanium Dioxide, Propanediol, Benzotriazolyl Dodecyl p-Cresol, Coptis Chinensis Root Extract, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Niacinamide, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Butylene Glycol, Magnesium Sulfate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylic/Capric Glycerides, Dimethicone, VP/Hexadecene Copolymer, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Aluminum Hydroxide, Stearic Acid, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Dextrin, Cocoa Extract, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Water, Bergamot Fruit Oil, Betaine, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract, Licorice Root Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Rosemary Leaf Extract, Matricaria Flower Extract, Rosa Damascena Flower Oil, Pentylene Glycol, Madecassoside, Citronellol, Geraniol, Linalool.

Which of these products would be suitable for me?

We recommend going with Dr. G Green Mild Up Suncreen Torriden Dive-In-Mild Sun Cream, Suntique’s I’m Safe for Sensitive Skin, Make p:rem – UV Defense Me. Calming Sun Cream, or the Axis-Y Complete No-Stress Physical Sunscreen.

All of these 5 sunscreens are safe for dry and sensitive skin.