You don't have to miss out on fun in the sun just because you have sensitive skin! All you need to do is find one of the best sunscreens for sensitive skin and apply it around 15 minutes before going outside. Whether you have dry skin, acne-prone skin, or mature skin, there's a sunscreen out there that's just right for your needs.
Just click through our gallery of the best sunscreens for sensitive skin for tons of great options, including drugstore sunscreens, natural sunscreens, and sunscreens for the face or body. You'll also find dermatologist-approved picks that cater to kids and adults alike.
If you're planning on partaking in a lot of outdoor adventures this summer, there's a sport sunscreen here that's specially designed for those with active lifestyles. If you're like Ree Drummond and you prefer a simplified beauty and skincare routine, you might want to choose a sunscreen that pulls double duty, like a moisturizer with SPF. Once you've found your go-to sunscreen, add even more protection with a fragrance- and flavor-free lip balm with SPF that's perfect for people with sensitive, dry lips.
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Best for Face and Body
Aveeno Positively Mineral Sensitive Skin Sunscreen Lotion
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Best for Face and Body
Aveeno Positively Mineral Sensitive Skin Sunscreen Lotion
This noncomedogenic mineral formula is lightweight enough for your face, but it also doubles as a body sunscreen for sensitive skin. It's water-resistant for up to 80 minutes.
If you have incredibly sensitive skin, you can't go wrong with this SPF 50 sunscreen lotion. This beloved cream is free of PABA, phthalates, fragrances, sulphates, parabens, dyes, alcohol, and oxybenzone, helping ensure that it's as gentle as possible on your skin.
Dr. Dendy Engelman, a New York City-based dermatologist, likes this mineral sunscreen that was developed for mature and sensitive skin. It's slightly tinted, so it can double as foundation.
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Best for Face
Neutrogena Sensitive Skin Face Liquid Mineral Sunscreen
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Best for Face
Neutrogena Sensitive Skin Face Liquid Mineral Sunscreen
Designed for the face, this lightweight liquid sunscreen formula absorbs quickly into skin and can be used alone or under makeup. The formula checks off all the boxes for sensitive skin: It's non-comedogenic, hypoallergenic, fragrance-free, oil-free, PABA-free, and free of other irritating chemical ingredients.
This hydrating SPF was specially designed for people with sensitive skin. It's formulated without any oils or fragrances, which can trigger uncomfortable irritation and breakouts.
This mineral sunscreen is specially designed for children's delicate skin, but it can also be used by adults with sensitive skin! The stick design makes it super easy to put on.
This mineral based set comes with an SPF 46 formula that was designed to calm and protect skin prone to rosacea and acne, as well as an SPF 50 that's perfect for those with active lifestyles.
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Best for Easily Burned Skin
La Roche-Posay Anthelios Melt-In Milk Body & Face Sunscreen
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Best for Easily Burned Skin
La Roche-Posay Anthelios Melt-In Milk Body & Face Sunscreen
Get the most out of your moisturizer! This moisturizer with SPF protects and hydrates while also absorbing oil and reducing shine for a smooth matte finish.
When you apply sunscreen this summer, don't forget about your lips! This fragrance- and flavor-free lip balm with SPF protects against harmful UV rays as it moisturizes and soothes dry, rough lips.
Tierney McAfee is a freelance writer and Country Living and The Pioneer Woman contributor who covers entertainment, holiday & entertaining, food & drinks, design ideas, DIY, and more.