When it comes to sunscreen for contact dermatitis, it’s always better to go for mineral sunscreens as they sit on top of our skin and do not get absorbed into the skin like chemical sunscreens.

Another thing to keep in mind is that you should check the ingredient list of the product you are going to buy. Essential oils, fragrances, alcohol, parabens, lanolin, Cocamidopropyl betaine, and acrylates are some common triggers.

This is a mineral sunscreen reformulated with one active ingredient (zinc oxide). It uses non-nano zinc oxide that helps prevent sunburn and protects the skin from both UVA/UVB rays.

This sunscreen can be good for someone with contact dermatitis because of its minimal ingredients.

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

• It is free from alcohol, parabens, lanolin, dyes, essential oils, fragrance, and botanical extracts.

• There is no oxybenzone or octinoxate.

What ingredients does it contain?

Active Ingredients: zinc oxide 12%

Inactive Ingredients: allantoin, butyloctyl salicylate, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, caprylyl glycol, glyceryl behenate, glyceryl dibehenate, glyceryl stearate, lecithin, neopentyl glycol diheptanoate, 1,2-hexanediol, polyester-7, polyglyceryl-3 polyricinoleate, propanediol, silica, sodium chloride, squalane, tribehenin, tridecyl salicylate, water

This is another mineral sunscreen that can be suitable for someone with contact dermatitis. It is very popular and is the go-to for people with different skin conditions.

• It dries with a non-greasy and lightweight finish. It helps to absorb, reflect and scatter dangerous sun rays.

• It is hypoallergenic and won’t cause breakouts.

• You can wear it under your makeup.

• It is gentle, water-resistant, and won’t sting the eyes.

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

The only con with this product is that it can be 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 a moisturizing mineral sunscreen that is made for ultra-sensitive skin and can be used for someone with contact dermatitis.

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

• It won’t irritate the skin and will help to soothe the skin because of zinc oxide.

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.

Sun Bum is known for making moisturizing sunscreens and can be used for really sensitive skin types. This sunscreen is also another option you can look into if you have contact dermatitis.

• It is a lightweight lotion with a non-greasy formula that provides sun protection.

• It is mineral oil-free, paraben-free, gluten-free, and water Resistant (80 Minutes).

• It is hypoallergenic, fragrance-free, and contains no oxybenzone or octinoxate.

What ingredients does it contain?

Active Ingredient: Zinc Oxide 20.0%

Inactive Ingredients: water, cocos nucifera (coconut) oil, butyloctyl salicylate, diheptyl succinate, methyl dihydroabietate, shea butter, capryloyl glycerin/sebacic acid copolymer, sodium stearoyl glutamate, cetearyl alcohol, arachidyl alcohol, coco-glucoside, tocopherol, theobroma cacao (cocoa) seed butter, cetyl alcohol, behenyl alcohol, bisabolol, arachidyl glucoside, microcrystalline cellulose, cellulose gum, sodium hyaluronate, sodium gluconate, phenoxyethanol, citric acid, ethylhexylglycerin, polyhydroxystearic acid.

This is a mineral sunscreen that contains both titanium dioxide and zinc oxide. It is a lightweight, oil-free formula that protects the skin from the sun.

• It provides broad spectrum SPF 50 UVA-UVB, so it’s not only gentle enough for all skin types but also works for children as young as 6 months and is water resistant for up to 80 minutes.

• Key ingredients include ProVention- R liposome (protects skin from free radicals) and Mineral UV-UVB protection (protection from the sun).

What ingredients does it contain?

Active: Titanium Dioxide 2%, Zinc Oxide 17%.

Inactive: Dimethicone, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glyceryl Isostearate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Silica, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Polysilicone-15, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Iron Oxides, PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Extract, Vaccinium Macrocarpon (Cranberry) Fruit Extract, Punica Granatum (Pomegranate) Extract.

This is a mineral sunscreen you can use for all your outdoor activities and It delivers sport-strength protection with 100% mineral active ingredients.

This sunscreen should be suitable for someone with contact dermatitis.

• It is water and sweat resistant.

• There are no parabens, oils, fragrances, oxybenzone, or octinoxate.

• It is lightweight & easy to rub in.

What ingredients does it contain?

Active Ingredients: Titanium Dioxide, 4.5%, Zinc Oxide, 6.5%

Inactive Ingredients: Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Isohexadecane, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Octyldodecyl Citrate Crosspolymer, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Lauryl PEG-8 Dimethicone, C30-38 Olefin/Isopropyl Maleate/MA Copolymer, Sodium Chloride, Ethylhexyl Methoxycrylene, Dimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, PEG-8, Alumina, Glycerin, Sodium Citrate, Tocopheryl Acetate

If you have contact dermatitis and need a baby mineral sunscreen, then this is the one to look out for.

• It is a non-nano mineral sunscreen that can be used on your baby or child’s face and is water resistant for up to 80 minutes.

• It is formulated with mineral UV filters, and is safe for sensitive skin types. 

• It is fragrance-free and is formulated with 93% naturally derived ingredients, including coconut oil, macadamia oil, and vitamin E to hydrate skin while protecting your family from the sun.

• It has a lightweight, sheer texture that blends easily and does not leave a white cast on the skin.

• It is Formulated without chemical UV filters (oxybenzone, octocrylene, homosalate, avobenzone, octisalate, and octinoxate), phthalates, parabens, or Phenoxyethanol.

What ingredients does it contain?

ZINC OXIDE (24%)
INACTIVE INGREDIENTS: WATER, C15-19 ALKANE, GLYCERIN, POLYGLYCERYL-3 POLYRICINOLEATE,
ETHYL MACADAMIATE, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, STYRENE/ACRYLATES COPOLYMER, STEARYL/OCTYLDODECYL CITRATE CROSSPOLYMER, LAURYL PEG-9 POLYDIMETHYLSILOXYETHYL
DIMETHICONE, PROPANEDIOL, POLYHYDROXY STEARIC ACID, TRIETHOXYCAPRYLYLSILANE, 1,2-HEXANEDIOL, HYDROXY ACETOPHENONE, MAGNESIUM SULFATE, SODIUM CHLORIDE, CAPRYLHYDROXAMIC ACID,
TOCOPHERYL ACETATE, SODIUM HYALURONATE, TOCOPHEROL, MALIC ACID

This is a mineral sunscreen made in Australia and has a fragrance-free formula that just hits differently. It won’t make your skin sticky or grey but will soothe sensitive types and leave a matte finish on the skin. It is perfect for anyone with oily skin, or those that just prefer physical sunscreen.

What ingredients does it contain?

Active Ingredients: 22.75% Zinc Oxide

Inactive ingredients: Purified water, Zinc oxide, Coco caprylate caprate, Polyglyceryl-3 polyricinoleate, Isostearic acid, Cetearyl alcohol, Cetearyl glucoside, Pentavitin, Kakadu plum extract, Xanthan gum, Gluconolactone, Sodium benzoate, Glycerol, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Octyldodecanol, Caprilic capric triglyceride, Sodium chloride, PEG-30 dipolyhydroxystearate, Disodium EDTA, Iron oxides

Ethical Zinc is a brand that makes mineral sunscreens that should be suitable for people with contact dermatitis. It is formulated with certified natural zinc oxide that is easy to apply, and rubs in clear with a light feel for everyday wear.

It is perfect for wearing every day all year round, from the park to the office, with an easy-to-apply and light feel.

• It is water-resistant, fragrance-free, and has no white cast.

• It is certified vegan and cruelty-free.

What ingredients does it contain?

Zinc Oxide (227mg/g), Purified Water, Coco Caprylate Caprate, Medium Chain Triglycerides, Octyldodecanol, Glycerol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, PEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Gluconolactone, Isostearic Acid, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Benzoate, Cetearyl Glucoside, EDTA, Xanthan Gum

If you’re looking for tinted sunscreen, then this is a good option.

• It is lightly tinted water-resistant (40 minutes), oil-free, fragrance-free, paraben-free, and non-comedogenic.

What ingredients does it contain?

Active Ingredients: 9.0% Zinc oxide, 7.0% Titanium dioxide

Inactive Ingredients: Purified Water, Isopropyl Palmitate, Octyl Stearate, Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate, Perfluorononyl Dimethicone, Alumina, Polyacrylate 13, Butylene Glycol, Polyisobutene, Polysorbate 20, Hydrogen Dimethicone, Lecithin, Linoleic Acid, Thioctic Acid (Alpha Lipoic Acid), Quercetin, Phenoxyethanol, Oleth-3 Phosphate, Iron Oxide, Citric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, Triethoxycaprylylsilaner.

We recommend going with the Vanicream, Neutrogena, MooGoo, Sun Bum, and Banana Boat sunscreens as they are cheap, contain minimal ingredients, and are pretty popular.

• EltaMD UV Elements Broad-Spectrum SPF 44 (expensive but is totally worth it)

• Biossance – Squalane + Zinc Sheer Mineral Sunscreen

• Cetaphil | Liquid Sunscreen Broad Spectrum with SPF 50

• Cerave Hydrating Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 Face Lotion

• Paula’s Choice Super-Light Wrinkle Defense SPF 30

• Pipette Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 (baby sunscreen and would highly recommend)

• Colour science Sunforgettable Total Protection Face Shield Classic SPF 50

• Invisible Zinc Face and Body Mineral sunscreen

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

• COOLA Sheer Matte Mineral Face Lotion SPF30

• Murad City Skin Age Defense Broad Spectrum SPF 50

• 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+
  • Blue Lizard Sensitive Face SPF 30+

• C:
  • Coppertone SPORT Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50
  • 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:
  • EltaMD UV Pure Broad-Spectrum SPF 47
  • Exuviance Sheer Daily Protector Sunscreen SPF 50 PA++++
  • 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
  • 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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