The 10 Best Mineral Sunscreens To Slather Up This Winter Season

You should add this Derma Co's powder sunscreen ASAP to your cart! As this sunscreen has a unique formula compared to other cream based sunscreens, this one is made of powder. It is perfect for people with oily and acne prone skin, has SPF 50, is fragrance free, and leaves no white cast! Its easy reapplication makes it the perfect on-the-go sunscreen too! 

Suitable For: Oily Skin, acne prone skin

The La Shield Pollution Protect Mineral Sunscreen is an ideal choice for people with dry skin is what they claim. It is packed with the goodness of zinc oxide and titanium dioxide which also helps repair and hydrate the skin. Further, it is non sticky as well as water resistant, a perfect choice for beach days and pool parties. For a budget-friendly option, this sunscreen will be an ideal choice!

Suitable For: Dry skin

Recommended for all skin types, this Clinique is ultra lightweight, fragrance free and gentle especially for under the eye area as well. This sunscreen is formulated oil-free and leaves a shiny finish after application. It also quickly absorbs into your skin, leaves no white cast and gives a radiant glow after use. This one’s a perfect choice for people with combination skin as well. However, it falls on the expensive end but if you want to invest your money in a good sunscreen, then why not?

Suitable For: All skin types 

This sunscreen is enriched with Zinc Oxide, chamomile extract and licorice extract, and comes with a broad UV protection spectrum, is lightweight, non greasy, and leaves no white cast. Additionally, the sunscreen also helps in fighting pigmentation, dull skin and early signs of ageing. It is free of any harsh chemicals as well as is cruelty free. However, according to some Nykaa users the sunscreen might feel a little heavy on the skin and has a mild fragrance.

Suitable For: Dry skin

Love tinted sunscreens? Well, then Deconstruct’s Mineral Sunscreen is the ideal one for you! The sunscreen has got everything you need, from niacinamide, broad spectrum, ultra lightweight formula and quick absorption to fighting the early signs of ageing, dull and dry skin. The sunscreen gives a matte finish and leaves no white cast, the sunscreen also gives a wide protection from UVA and UVB rays, that means it will help in fighting early signs of ageing, sunburn and tanning.

Suitable For: Oily, combination, acne prone skin

If you're a fan of organic, chemical-free skincare products then must we introduce your to one of our favourite brands — Juicy Chemistry. Their moisturising mineral sunscreen is made of natural ingredients, free from any sort of harsh chemicals. The sunscreen consists of UV mineral filters, is non greasy, has antioxidants that help soothe your skin, and has no synthetic chemicals. What we also love is that all their products are handmade, freshly produced and are cruelty free and vegan.

Suitable For: All skin types 

If you are someone who has dry skin, then you should definitely give Derma Co.’s Mineral Sunscreen a try. The sunscreen is enriched with not only glycerin and with 25% Zinc Oxide that helps in giving a wide spectrum of protection from the sun. In addition to it, it also has a non greasy, light formula that smoothly blends into your skin and gives you a fresh and dewy look.

Suitable For: Dry skin, but can be used by all 

Dr. Sheth’s has definitely carved a niche for themselves in the Indian beauty market and rightly so, as their products are specially formulated for the Indian skin type. Their mineral sunscreen is nothing short of exceptional. The sunscreen is packed with pure zinc oxide, is non greasy and non sticky as well as non pilling, it leaves no room for a white cast and is paraben and sulphate free. Further, it also leaves your skin moisturised and hydrated and is also dermatologically formulated. 

Suitable For: Sensitive skin 

Pro- tip: Our review of all the Dr. Sheth's sunscreens 

A newer brand on our radar, LoveEarth has piqued our interest with their mineral sunscreen. The sunscreen is packed with minerals which claim not cause allergic reactions or irritation or skin breakouts.  Further, the formula is non-comedogenic, non-oily, and non-greasy. The sunscreen also provides a broad spectrum of SPF protection, is child-friendly and pregnancy safe too! And doesn't give any white caste. 

Suitable For: Oily skin, but can be suitable for all skin types 

The VLCC’s 100% mineral sunscreen has got you covered with their ultra lightweight formula, is non comedogenic and provides broad protection. The sunscreen not only protects but also leaves a dewy matte finish after applying which will be liked by folks with hyper dry skin. It easily absorbs into the skin and is fragrance free. According to some Nykaa users, it may also leave a white cast so be mindful of that before buying. 

Suitable For: Sensitive skin

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