10 *Best* Sunscreens To Try If You Have Sensitive Skin

News flash: Even if you primarily work from home or don’t go out much, your skin still gets exposed to harmful UV rays. And while you might not be noticing significant changes to your complexion yet, constant exposure to UV light can take its toll on your skin in the form of dark spots or premature wrinkles. 

This is why wearing sunscreen daily is an important skincare step you should never skip, especially if you have sensitive skin. If you have trouble looking for SPF products to cater to your reactive complexion, check out our picks below.

10 Best Sunscreens For Sensitive Skin

1. Cetaphil Sun SPF 50+ Gel

   This lightweight gel sunscreen from Cetaphil is specifically designed to give sensitive skin much-needed sun protection. It ticks all of the boxes: non-comedogenic, fragrance-free, paraben-free, and water-resistant. You can apply it daily on your face and body and forget that it’s there, thanks to its non-greasy formula.

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   Cetaphil Sun SPF 50+ Gel, P872, Watsons

2. Oxecure Daily Sunscreen

   Not only does this sunscreen protect from harsh UV rays, but it also prevents skin damage caused by the blue light coming from your phone or computer screen. Recommended for those with acne-prone skin, it comes with natural extracts from kakadu plum, cactus, and organic aloe vera to even out your skin tone and moisturize your complexion. 

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   Oxecure Daily Sunscreen, P549, BeautyMNL

3. Belo SunExpert Face Cover SPF 40

   Get sun protection and anti-aging benefits in one product with this sunscreen from Belo. In addition to shielding the complexion against UV rays, its CellProtect formula claims to strengthen the skin’s defense against photoaging. The best part? It’s non-comedogenic, hypoallergenic, and proven safe for reactive skin types.

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   Belo SunExpert Face Cover SPF 40, P385, Watsons

4. Supergoop! Unseen Sunscreen Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 40 PA+++

   This weightless sunscreen doubles as a makeup primer that controls excess shine while providing a velvety finish to your favorite beauty looks. Aside from SPF 40, it’s loaded with antioxidants and vitamins to pamper your complexion. It’s no wonder that Maris Racal swears by it!

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   Supergoop! Unseen Sunscreen Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 40 PA+++, P2,300, Sephora

5. Anessa Perfect UV Sunscreen Mild Milk

   With its SPF 50+ and PA++++ rating, it’s hard to find a product as strong as this Anessa sunscreen when it comes to protecting against UV rays. And yet despite its potent formulation, this Japan-made sunscreen is so gentle on the skin that it’s also suitable for kids. We particularly love how it can be used as a sweat- and water-proof makeup primer that washes off easily with a cleanser.

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   Anessa Perfect UV Sunscreen Mild Milk, P1,990, Watsons

6. Lana Skin Protect Aqua Sunscreen Gel

   This sun care product from local brand Lana comes with a gel formula that feels super lightweight on the skin. It provides a broad spectrum of SPF 50 to shield your complexion against UVA that causes photoaging and UVB that burns the skin. It’s great for daily wear regardless of your skin type.

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   Lana Skin Protect Aqua Sunscreen Gel, P349, BeautyMNL

7. La Roche Posay Anthelios Ultra Creme SPF 30

   Aside from protecting against sun damage, this face cream from La Roche Posay is loaded with glycerin to keep your face moisturized for hours. As such, it’s ideal for daily use if you have sensitive skin that’s on the dry side. Even better: Its non-sticky formula will not leave a white cast when it dries, perfect if you have a morena complexion. 

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   La Roche Posay Anthelios Ultra Creme SPF 30, P1,815, Zalora

8. Innisfree Intensive Triple-Shield Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++

   If you’re going to apply sunscreen daily, you might as well use a product that offers more than just sun protection. In that case, try this product from K-beauty brand Innisfree to block sun damage, reduce fine lines, and address hyperpigmentation. It even packs Jeju green tea extract to calm redness and irritation, and natural sunflower oil to reduce excess oil.

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   Innisfree Intensive Triple-Shield Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++, P950, BeautyMNL

9. COSRX Aloe Soothing Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA+++

   If your sensitive skin tends to turn red and irritated at the slightest exposure to irritants, you’ll want to give this sun cream from COSRX a try. It contains aloe extracts to soothe irritation and give your complexion a much-needed hydration boost. It’s so lightweight that it feels like a moisturizer when applied. 

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   COSRX Aloe Soothing Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA+++, P432, Lazada

10. Nacific Vegan Sun Essence 

    This essence-like sunscreen is loaded with natural ingredients to pamper your complexion while protecting it against the sun’s rays. It has calendula extract to calm irritation, vitamin C to brighten your complexion, and elm root extract to even out your complexion. It even has moisturizing properties to keep your skin plump and healthy.

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    Nacific Vegan Sun Essence, P699, Shopee

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