This post contains the best sunscreens for breast cancer patients and chemotherapy patients.

We choose each sunscreen based on what UVA/UVB broad-spectrum filters they contain and the amount of SPF they provide. All of these sunscreens are made for sensitive skin.

Note: some of these sunscreens might leave a white cast but they have really high sun protection UV filters.

The Supergoop! Unseen Sunscreen is a chemical sunscreen that has been used and recommended by many breast cancer patients and patients going through chemotherapy.

We highly recommend it!

Pros:

• It is suitable for all skin types and skin tones including super-sensitive skin.

• It is light, non-greasy, has no white cast, and has zero irritation.

• It does not sting the eyes.

• It contains avobenzone, 3%, homosalate 8%, octisalate 5%, and octocrylene 4% UV filters that provides UVA/UVB broad-spectrum sun protection (perfect for the skin).

• It contains frankincense and a complex derived from meadowfoam seeds that are anti-inflammatory and moisturizing.

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Active Ingredients: Avobenzone, 3%, Homosalate 8%, Octisalate 5%, Octocrylene 4%

Inactive Ingredients: Isododecane, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Dimethicone/Bis-Isobutyl PPG-20 Crosspolymer, Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Polyester-7, Lithothamnion Calcareum Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Isohexadecane, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Meadowfoam Estolide, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Shea Butter, Jojoba Esters, Mannitol, Olibanum, Lecithin, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Diatomaceous Earth, Zinc Sulfate, Silica, Tocopherol.

This is another chemical sunscreen that you should try using if have really dry/dehydrated sensitive skin.

Pros:

• It is suitable for really dry/dehydrated sensitive skin and super-sensitive skin.

• Should be more suitable for lighter skin tones.

• It contains 4 UV filters (Uvinul A Plus, Octyl Triazone, TriAsorB, and Tinosorb S) to provide UVA/UVB broad-spectrum sun protection (perfect for the skin).

• It is water-resistant.

• It does not give a white cast or sting the eyes.

Cons:

• Very greasy.

• Can’t be used for dark skin tones.

• Might leave a white cast.

What ingredients does it contain?

AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER (AVENE AQUA). C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE. CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE. DICAPRYLYL CARBONATE. CAPRYLYL GLYCOL. GLYCERYL BEHENATE. GLYCERYL DIBEHENATE. GLYCERYL STEARATE. PEG-100 STEARATE. DIETHYLAMINO HYDROXYBENZOYL HEXYL BENZOATE. GLYCERIN. ETHYLHEXYL TRIAZONE. PHENYLENE BIS-DIPHENYLTRIAZINE. WATER (AQUA). BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE. POTASSIUM CETYL PHOSPHATE. STEARYL ALCOHOL. VP/EICOSENE COPOLYMER. BENZOIC ACID. POLYACRYLATE-13. POLYISOBUTENE. POLYSORBATE 20. PPG-1-PEG-9 LAURYL GLYCOL ETHER. RED 33 (CI 17200). SORBITAN ISOSTEARATE. TOCOPHEROL. TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE. TRIBEHENIN. XANTHAN GUM.

Eucerin Sun Allergy Protect Gel-Cream SPF 50+ is a face and body sunscreen you can try using if your skin has become sensitive to the sun after chemotherapy.

Pros:

• It provides very high sun protection of SPF 50 for both the face and body.

• It provides UVA/UVB protection and HEVIS light defense Alpha-Glucosylrutin that help to prevent sun-induced allergies. It also contains Licochalcone A which will calm and soothe your skin.

Cons:

• It is expensive but worth it.

What ingredients does it contain?

Aqua, Homosalate, Alcohol Denat, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate-Dicaprate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid, Stearyl Alcohol, Cera Alba, Glyceryl Stearate, Triacontanyl, PVP, Isoquercitrin, Glycyrrhiza Inflata Root Extract, Glycyrrhetinic Acid, Tocopherol, Glycerin, Sodium Chloride, Glucosylrutin, Xanthan Gum, Acrylates-C10-30-Alkyl-Acrylate-Crosspolymer, Dimethicone, Lauroyl Lysine, Silica, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Sodium Hydroxide, Trisodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol.

This is another chemical sunscreen that has been used and recommended by many people breast cancer patients and people in chemotherapy. This is mainly because of its moisturizing and high SPF properties.

Pros:

• It provides moisturization along with high UVA/UVB sun protection.

• It is perfect for all skin types and skin tones including super-sensitive skin.

• It contains homosalate 15%, avobenzone 3%, octisalate 5%, and octocrylene 10%

• It is light, non-greasy, and absorbs quickly into the skin.

• It does not leave a white cast or sting the eyes.

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Active Ingredients: Homosalate 15%, Avobenzone 3%, Octisalate 5%, Octocrylene 10%

Inactive Ingredients: water, cetyl palmitate, hydrated silica, acrylates/C12-22 alkyl methacrylate copolymer, ethylhexyl stearate, fragrance, phenoxyethanol, dimethyl capramide, sodium polyacrylate, trimethylsiloxysilicate, caprylyl methicone, styrene/acrylates copolymer, cetyl dimethicone, glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate, ethylhexylglycerin, tetrasodium glutamate diacetate, polyester-8, trideceth-6, dimethicone, xanthan gum, BHT, dipotassium glycyrrhizate, tocopheryl acetate.

If you have really sensitive skin and if your skin has become reactive to the sun, then you should try using this sunscreen.

Pros:

• It uses a technology called Helioplex, which offers superior broad-spectrum protection from burning UVB rays and aging UVA rays.

• This sunscreen lotion formula is PABA-free and non-comedogenic.

• It is suitable for all skin types and skin tones including super-sensitive skin.

• It is fast-absorbing, lightweight, water-resistant, and non-greasy.

• There is no white cast nor eye-stinging.

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Active Ingredients: Avobenzone (3%), Homosalate (15%), Octisalate (5%), Octocrylene (10%)

Inactive Ingredients: Water, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer, Silica, Dimethicone, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters, Fragrance, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexyl Stearate, Glyceryl Stearate, Benzyl Alcohol, Beeswax, Caprylyl Methicone, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Sodium Polyacrylate, PEG-100 Stearate, Cetyl Dimethicone, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Behenyl Alcohol, Acrylates/Dimethicone Copolymer, Xanthan Gum, Chlorphenesin, Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer, Tocopheryl Acetate, BHT, Jojoba Esters, Trideceth-6.

This is an everyday SPF 50 moisturizing sunscreen lotion for the face and body.

Pros:

• It is suitable for all skin types and skin tones.

• It soothes, protects, moisturizes, hydrates, and heals your skin without any white cast or eye-stinging. It is hypoallergenic, water resistant (80 minutes), and does not contain parabens, fragrances, silicones, or aluminum.

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Active ingredients: Avobenzone 3%, Homosalate 15%, and Octisalate 5%.

Inactive Ingredients: Acrlates/C10-30 Alkyl Acryate Crosspolmer, Acrylates/C12-22 Alkyl Methacrylate Copolymer, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Carbomer, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Seed Oil, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Lecithin, Persea Gratissima(Avocado), Phenoxyethanol, Propylene Glycol, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Sodium Hydroxide, Sorbitan Oleate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Water.

If you need a sunscreen with really high SPF, then you should check this out.

Pros:

• It is suitable for all skin types and skin tones.

• It is water resistant (80 minutes) and octinoxate & oxybenzone-free sunscreen.

• It is a fast-absorbing texture that leaves the skin hydrated and smooth without a non-greasy feel.

• Does not leave a white cast or sting the eyes.

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

ACTIVE INGREDIENTS: AVOBENZONE 3% • HOMOSALATE 10% • OCTISALATE 5% • OCTOCRYLENE 7%

INACTIVE INGREDIENTS: WATER • STYRENE/ACRYLATES COPOLYMER • DIMETHICONE • POLYMETHYLSILSESQUIOXANE • BUTYLOCTYL SALICYLATE • GLYCERIN • ALCOHOL DENAT. • POLY C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE • CAPRYLYL METHICONE • TRISILOXANE • ACRYLATES/DIMETHICONE COPOLYMER • DIETHYL HEXYL SYRINGYLIDENEMALONATE • DISODIUM EDTA • P-ANISIC ACID • CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE • XANTHAN GUM • CASSIA ALATA LEAF EXTRACT • PEG-100 STEARATE • GLYCERYL STEARATE • PHENOXYETHANOL • POTASSIUM CETYL PHOSPHATE • PROPYLENE GLYCOL • CAPRYLYL GLYCOL • PEG-8 LAURATE • ACRYLATES/C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER • TRIETHANOLAMINE • TOCOPHEROL • INULIN LAURYL CARBAMATE • MALTODEXTRIN • SODIUM DODECYL BENZENESULFONATE.

This is another La Roche-Posay sunscreen you should try using. It is made for sensitive skin and has high UVA/UVB broad-spectrum protection.

Pros:

• It is made for sensitive skin and is suitable for all skin tones.

• It has a UV filter called Mexoryl 400, which is reported to have protection against long UVA.

• It is anti-eye stinging, very water resistant, and sweat and sand resistant.

• It is hypoallergenic, non-sticky, and non-greasy.

• Does not leave a white cast.

Cons:

None.

What ingredients does it contain?

AQUA / WATER, ALCOHOL DENAT, TRIETHYL CITRATE, DIISOPROPYL SEBACATE, SILICA, ETHYLHEXYL SALICYLATE, BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE, ETHYLHEXYL TRIAZONE, BUTYL METHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE, CITRIC ACID, DIETHYLAMINO HYDROXYBENZOYL HEXYL BENZOATE, DROMETRIZOLE TRISILOXANE, GLYCERIN, PROPANEDIOL, C12-22 ALKYL ACRYLATE COPOLYMER, SODIUM CITRATE, METHOXYPROPYLAMINO CYCLOHEXENYLIDENE ETHOXYETHYLCYANOACETATE, PERLITE, TOCOPHEROL, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, ACRYLATES/C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, HYDROXYETHYLCELLULOSE, TEREPHTHALYLIDENE DICAMPHOR SULFONIC ACID, TRIETHANOLAMINE, TRISODIUM ETHYLENEDIAMINE DISUCCINATE.

This is the best mineral sunscreen out there that should work for all skin types and skin tones including deeper skin tones.

It offers broad-spectrum UVA/UVB protection, along with infrared and blue light defense along with calming and soothing properties.

Pros:

• It does not leave a white cast.

• It does not sting the eyes.

• Suitable for all skin types and skin tones (light, medium, dark) including deeper skin tones.

• Suitable for all skin types including dry skin and oily skin.

• It contains zinc oxide (13.67%) and titanium dioxide (3.5%)

• It is a medium-weight lotion that does not feel super heavy or lightweight (right in the middle).

• It is water resistant and will give the skin a little glow but not greasy.

Cons:

• Expensive but worth it.

What ingredients does it contain?

Active Ingredients: Zinc Oxide (13.67%) and Titanium Dioxide (3.5%)

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

This is a pretty good face and body mineral sunscreen moisturizer with SPF 30

Pros:

• Provides UVA/UVA broad-spectrum sun protection.

• Suitable for all skin types and skin tones.

• It contains zinc oxide 15%

• It is made without phthalates, sulfates, parabens, mineral oil, formaldehyde, and fragrance.

• It is very moisturizing but not super greasy.

• It is a lightweight, non-nano zinc-based formula.

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Active Ingredients: Zinc Oxide: 15%

Inactive Ingredients: water, isoamyl cocoate, butyloctyl salicylate, dimethicone, methyl dihydroabietate, microcrystalline cellulose, capryloyl glycerin/sebacic acid copolymer, tetrasodium glutamate diacetate, citric acid, triethoxycaprylylsilane, phenoxyethanol, ethylhexylglycerin, cetearyl alcohol, sodium stearoyl glutamate, hibiscus sabdariffa fruit extract, lactobacillus, lactobacillus ferment, niacinamide, banana flower extract, banana fruit extract, tocopherol, coconut oil, shea butter, arachidyl alcohol, arachidyl glucoside, behenyl alcohol, bismuth oxychloride, banana leaf extract, banana peel extract, banana pulp extract, sunflower extract, coconut fruit extract, cocoa seed butter, cellulose gum, cetearyl glucoside, cetyl alcohol, erythritol, glucose, glycerin, polyhydroxystearic acid, titanium dioxide, mica, iron oxides.

This is also another perfect mineral sunscreen with no white cast and eye-stinging.

Pros:

• It is a thick moisturizing mineral sunscreen suitable for all skin types and tones including dark/deeper skin tones.

• It contains zinc oxide 20%

• It does not sting the eyes.

• Suitable for all dry/dehydrated sensitive skin.

Cons:

• It is expensive.

What ingredients does it contain?

Active Ingredients: Zinc Oxide 20%

Inactive Ingredients: Mica, Microcrystalline Wax, PEG-10 Dimethicone, PEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Stearyl Dimethicone, Bismuth Oxychloride, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Cetyl PEG/PPG 10/1 Dimethicone, Cyclohexasiloxane, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Polysorbate 20, Sodium Chloride, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Dimethiconol, Disodium EDTA, Glycerin, Iron Oxides, Hydrogen Dimethicone, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Triethanolamine, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Water.

This sunscreen might leave a white cast but has the highest percentage of zinc of all the other sunscreens that we mentioned in this post.

Pros:

• It dries with a non-greasy and lightweight finish.

• It is hypoallergenic and won’t irritate the skin.

• It contains zinc oxide at 21.6%

• You can wear it under your makeup.

• It contains colloidal oatmeal and feverfew flower that helps to reduce redness and skin irritation thus safe to use for sensitive skin.

• It is a gentle, water-resistant (for 80 mins) face sunscreen and won’t sting the eyes.

• It does not contain phthalates, parabens, fragrances, and dyes.

Cons:

• Thick and hard to apply.

• The white cast was another problem people had with this product.

What ingredients does it contain?

Active ingredient: Zinc oxide 21.6%.

Inactive ingredients: Water, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Octyldodecyl Citrate Crosspolymer, Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer, Dimethicone, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Glycerin, Ethyl Methicone, Cetyl Dimethicone, Silica, Colloidal Oatmeal, Phenyl Trimethicone, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Tocopheryl Acetate, Feverfew Flower/Leaf/Stem Juice, Glyceryl Behenate, Phenethyl Alcohol, Caprylyl Glycol, Cetyl Dimethicone/Bis-Vinyldimethicone Crosspolymer, Acrylates/Dimethicone Copolymer, Sodium Chloride, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin.

This is another mineral sunscreen made for sensitive skin and it is just like the Neutrogena one.

Pros:

• Suitable for all skin types and skin tones.

• The sheer formula glides effortlessly onto the skin providing sun protection and locking in hydration without leaving a greasy residue. The formula dries with a matte finish making it ideal for application under makeup or for wear by itself.

• It contains zinc oxide 12%

• 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, 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.

• If you need sunscreens with really high protection and SPF (all of these are chemical sunscreens):
  • La Roche-Posay Anthelios Sunscreen Cream SPF 40
  • La Roche-Posay Anthelios light fluid face sunscreen SPF 60
  • La Roche-Posay Anthelios UVMune 400 Hydrating Cream SPF 50
  • La Roche-Posay Anthelios UV Correct SPF 70 Daily Face Sunscreen (for really dry skin)
  • La Roche-Posay Anthelios Oil Correct SPF 50 (for oily skin)

• If your skin is super reactive to the sun (these sunscreens are made for skin that is reactive to the sun):
  • Shirudo Moisturizing AGR+E lotion
  • Riemann P20 SPF50+ Sensitive Sun Cream
  • Soltan Sensitive Protect lotion SPF30
  • Ultrasun SPF 50+ Extreme Sun Lotion
  • Piz Buin Allergy Sun Sensitive Lotion SPF 50
  • ALTRUIST Dermatologist Sunscreen SPF 50 (for very dry and sensitive skin)

• Chemical sunscreens:
  • Rohto Hada Labo Koi Gokujyun UV White Gel SPF50+ (a Japanese sunscreen with really good UV filters).
  • Neutrogena Invisible Daily Defense Face Serum with Broad Spectrum SPF 60

• Mineral sunscreens:
  • Supergoop! Mineral Sheerscreen SPF 30 (has low SPF though)
  • COOLA Mineral Body Organic Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50
  • Murad City Skin Age Defense Broad Spectrum SPF 50 PA++++
  • Blue Lizard Sensitive Mineral Sunscreen
  • CoTz Flawless Complexion SPF 50 (tinted)
  • Bergen Dermatology Sheer Joy Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50+