In this post we will be talking about the best mineral body sunscreens for all skin types including sensitive skin.

We have choosen these sunscreens based on the best brands, the amount of SPF they provide, and the size of the bottle.

There will be a white cast when applying the sunscreen but since it’s a large surface area, it won’t be visible.

Invisible Zinc Face + Body Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 is a water-resistant cream with broad spectrum – UVA +UVB protection from naturally derived zinc oxide of 25%.

It is an Australian brand so it will be perfect for the Australian weather.

Pros:

• It is available in 75g and 150g.

• It is fragrance-free and paraben-free.

• It provides broad spectrum-high protection against UVA + UVB radiation.

• It is suitable for all skin types including sensitive skin and does not irritate the eyes.

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Zinc Oxide 25% w/w

This is a gentle and non-irritating water-resistant mineral sunscreen you can use for the face and body. It is made for all skin types including sensitive skin.

Pros:

• It has naturally sourced zinc oxide of 24% that provides highly effective broad-spectrum UVA/UVB protection.

• It has a lightweight texture and does not leave the skin feeling sticky.

• It is hypoallergenic, water-resistant (up to 80 minutes), and sweat resistant.

• It contains no fragrance, oils, dyes, parabens, PABA, phthalates, oxybenzone, or octinoxate.

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Active Ingredients: Zinc Oxide 24%

Inactive Ingredients: Water, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Isopropyl Palmitate, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Ethylhexyl Pelargonate, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Propylene Glycol, Cyclopentasiloxane, Bis-Octyldodecyl Dimer Dilinoleate/Propanediol Copolymer, Dimethicone, Ethylhexyl Methoxycrylene, Polyester-27, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Beeswax, Hydroxyacetophenone, Sodium Chloride, PEG-12 Dimethicone Crosspolymer, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Tocopherol

This is another mineral sunscreen you can use for the body. It is made for sensitive skin and does not contain ingredients that can harm your skin and the environment.

Pros:

• It is made for all skin types including sensitive skin.

• It contains no fragrances, parabens, oxybenzone, or octinoxate.

• It has mineral active ingredients – Zinc Oxide (10%) and Titanium Dioxide (8%).

• It is sweat and water-resistant (80 minutes).

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Active ingredients: Zinc Oxide 10% and Titanium Dioxide 8%

Inactive Ingredients: Alumina, Aluminum Stearate, Beeswax, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Caprylyl Glycol, Cetyl Dimethicone, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Chlorphenesin, Dimethicone, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Ethylhexyl Stearate, Hexyl Laurate, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Methyl Glucose Dioleate, Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate, PEG-7 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Phenoxyethanol, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Propanediol, Purified Water, Sorbitan Oleate, Stearic Acid, Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E), Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, VP Hexadecene Copolymer.

This is a Face + Body Mineral Sunscreen that blends easily onto the skin and leaves a soft finish without any white cast.

Pros:

• It is formulated for all skin types including sensitive skin.

• It is water-resistant (80 minutes), dermatologist-tested, allergy-tested, and free from oil, paraben, fragrance, and oxybenzone.

• It blends easily onto the skin and leaves a soft finish without any white cast.

• It is formulated with Cell-Ox Shield Technology and contains ingredients like Vitamin E, Lipo-Hydroxy Acid (LHA), and Silica.

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Active Ingredients: TITANIUM DIOXIDE 5% • ZINC OXIDE 15% 

Inactive Ingredients: WATER, C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE, ISOHEXADECANE, ISONONYL ISONONANOATE, DICAPRYLYL ETHER, PEG-30 DIPOLYHYDROXYSTEARATE, POLYGLYCERYL-4 ISOSTEARATE, DICAPRYLYL CARBONATE, ETHYLENE/ACRYLIC ACID COPOLYMER, TRIETHYLHEXANOIN, SILICA, POLY C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE, CITRIC ACID, PHENOXYETHANOL, SODIUM CHLORIDE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, DIETHYLHEXYL SYRINGYLIDENEMALONATE, TRIETHOXYCAPRYLYLSILANE, ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE, STEARIC ACID, ALUMINUM STEARATE, CHLORPHENESIN, DISTEARDIMONIUM HECTORITE, ALUMINA, POLYHYDROXYSTEARIC ACID, TOCOPHEROL, P-ANISIC ACID, CAPRYLOYL SALICYLIC ACID, XANTHAN GUM, DISODIUM EDTA, PROPYLENE CARBONATE, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, CASSIA ALATA LEAF EXTRACT, MALTODEXTRIN.

This is a baby mineral sunscreen that you can use for the body and face as it is a lightweight, non-greasy formula that’s easy to blend in and has minimal ingredients.

Pros:

• It is Vegan, Cruelty-Free, Gluten-Free, PABA-Free, Hypoallergenic, Oxybenzone & Octinoxate Free, Paraben-Free, Phthalate-Free, Fragrance-Free, Sulfate-Free, Dye-Free, pH balanced, Silicone-Free, Tear-Free, Dermatologist-Tested, Petroleum-Free, Talc-Free, Formaldehyde Donor-Free, Glycol-Free, Mineral Oil Free, Pediatrician Tested, Petrolatum-Free, Propylene Glycol-Free, Retinyl Palmitate-Free, Water Resistant (80 Minutes).

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Zinc Oxide (20%), Water, Coconut Oil, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Diheptyl Succinate, Methyl Dihydroabietate, Shea Butter, Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cocoa Seed Butter, Sodium Hyaluronate, Bisabolol, Tocopherol, Coco-Glucoside, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Cellulose Gum, Cetyl Alcohol, Arachidyl Alcohol, Behenyl Alcohol, Arachidyl Glucoside, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Sodium Gluconate, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citric Acid.

This is a face + body mineral sunscreen you can use because it is made for sensitive skin and contains naturally-sourced 100% zinc oxide and oat.

Pros:

• It contains zinc oxide (21.6%) and oats which can soothe and calm the skin.

• It is oil-free, fragrance-free, paraben-free, and phthalate-free.

• Non-comedogenic, & TSA- friendly travel size

Cons:

• has a thick consistency.

What ingredients does it contain?

Water, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer, Octyldodecyl Citrate Crosspolymer, Phenyl Trimethicone, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Dimethicone, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Glycerin, Ethyl Methicone, Silica, Cetyl Dimethicone, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Phenoxyethanol, Glyceryl Behenate, Sodium Chloride, Acrylates/Dimethicone Copolymer, Chlorphenesin, Phenethyl Alcohol, Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Flour, Caprylyl Glycol, Cetyl Dimethicone/Bis-Vinyldimethicone Crosspolymer, Chrysanthemum Parthenium (Feverfew) Flower/Leaf/Stem Juice

A non-nano face + body mineral sunscreen that offers sun protection with a tone-up effect to brighten up your skin tone instantly.

Pros:

• It brightens the skin because of the ingredient calamine.

• It quickly absorbs into the skin without caking.

• The white cast is minimal.

• It is reef-safe, ocean-friendly, non-nano, and free from artificial fragrance.

• It is paraben-free, EU allergen-free, sulfate-free, alcohol-free, and has minimal ingredients.

• It is formulated with 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.

This is a body mineral sunscreen you can use that is cheap and effective at the same time. It is made for all skin types including ultra-sensitive skin.

Pros:

• It absorbs smoothly into the skin leaving any white cast/eye-stinging.

• 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, Vitamin E, Trilaureth-4 Phosphate, Water.

This is another mineral sunscreen you can use for the body and it contains 12% of zinc oxide.

Pros:

• It is water-resistant (80 minutes), non-comedogenic, and free of dyes, fragrances, parabens, and formaldehyde releasers.

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Active Ingredients (Sunscreen): Zinc oxide 12%

Inactive Ingredients: Allantoin, butyloctyl salicylate, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, caprylyl glycol, dimethiconol/propylsilsesquioxane/silicate crosspolymer, glyceryl behenate, glyceryl dibehenate, glyceryl stearate, isodecyl salicylate, isopropyl isostearate, lecithin, neopentyl glycol diheptanoate, 1,2-hexanediol, polyester-7, polyglyceryl-3 polyricinoleate, propanediol, silica silylate, sodium chloride, squalane, tribehenin, tridecyl salicylate, water

This is a Neutrogena mineral sunscreen that goes on evenly and feels ultra-light.

Pros:

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

Cons:

• None.

Active ingredients: Titanium Dioxide 4.9%, Zinc Oxide 4.7%.

Inactive ingredients: Water, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Beeswax, Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer, Silica, Butylene Glycol, PEG-8, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Cetyl Dimethicone, Benzyl Alcohol, Dimethicone, Methicone, Arachidyl Alcohol, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, PEG-8 Laurate, Xanthan Gum, Isohexadecane, Behenyl Alcohol, Trisiloxane, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium EDTA, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Arachidyl Glucoside, Bisabolol, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, BHT, Polysorbate 60, Stearic Acid, Methylisothiazolinone, Polyaminopropyl Biguanide, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ascorbic Acid, Pantothenic Acid, Retinyl Palmitate, Alumina.

For baby mineral sunscreen, we recommend going for the Pipette Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50.

For Korean mineral sunscreens, we recommend Dr.G Green Mild Up Sun+ SPF50+ PA++++, Etude House Sunprise Mild Airy Finish SPF50+/PA+++, and Thank You Farmer Sun Project Water Sun Cream. They have no white cast.

Neutrogena Sheer Zinc Dry-Touch Sunscreen and Supergoop Mineral Mattescreen SPF 40 is another one you can try out.

• Baby sunscreens:
  • MooGoo Clear Zinc Sunscreen SPF 40
  • Mustela Baby Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50

• Other recommended sunscreens:
  • Tula Mineral sunscreen
  • Biossance – Squalane + Zinc Sheer Mineral Sunscreen
  • COTZ Face Prime & Protect Tinted Mineral Sunscreen 
  • Colour Science Sunforgettable Total Protection Face Shield Classic SPF 50
  • Hero Cosmetics – Superlight Sunscreen SPF 30 (moisturizer with sunscreen)
  • Ethical Zinc SPF50+ Natural Clear Zinc Sunscreen
  • EltaMD UV Elements Broad-Spectrum SPF 44
  • Australian Gold Botanical SPF 50 Tinted Face Sunscreen Lotion

All of these sunscreens will be suitable for you. If we were to recommend one, go for Invisible Zinc, Blue Lizard, La Roche-Posay, or the Aveeno one. All of these are good and are made for sensitive skin.

You can try out Baby Bum if you mineral sunscreens made for babies.

Eucerin, Cetaphil, Vanicream, and Neutrogena are also good options.