15 Best Pregnancy-Safe Sunscreens Of 2023, Say Dermatologists

This lightweight SPF is fortified with green tea and vitamin E to help act as antioxidants to protect skin on top of the sun protection. It blends in seamlessly and stays put through water or sweat.

Active ingredients: Zinc Oxide, Titanium Dioxide

Rave review: “When you first apply, it absolutely leaves a slight white cast. Consider that your guide so can see where you’ve applied. In under a minute, the white melts away and I’m left with dewy, non-oily skin. Most sunscreens go on great, but by midday, feel and look oily. I do not have a problem with this product.”

Especially in the first trimester, you might be super sensitive to smells. Good news: This non-greasy sunscreen has zero scent to it. Dr. Farhang recommends the non-nano zinc formula, which is also vegan and nontoxic, and has broad spectrum protection.

Active ingredient: Zinc oxide

Rave review: “Suntegrity makes an amazing product. It’s one of the few products that actually calms my sensitive skin while protecting it from the sun. I highly recommend anything made by this company. I love their lipstick too.”

Not only is this reef-safe option free of bad-for-marine-life ingredients like oxybenzone and octinoxate, but it’s safe (and nourishing) for your skin too. Swipe on the super silky serum formula, a favorite of Dr. Farhang’s, with this convenient stick as a sun protecting primer before putting your makeup on, or heading out for a walk bare-faced.

Active ingredient: Zinc oxide

Rave review: “This isn’t greasy and just disappears into the skin giving sun protection without the feeling of a layer of greasy shiny sunscreen. I will never be without this. I have crazy sensitive skin and this doesn’t bother me at all.”

When you’re prone to excess oil production or annoying breakouts, finding the right SPF can be a drag—but this oil-free version will keep your skin safe and clear.

Active ingredients: Zinc Oxide, Titanium Dioxide

Rave review: “I wanted a good quality face sunscreen to wear over makeup daily. This is the perfect option! It’s very lightweight and blends really well. I do have a light complexion, but didn’t notice any color change. I don’t feel like I’m wearing any extra layers when I use it under makeup.”

This lightweight, mineral formula blends in super fast so it can be worn on its own or under makeup without looking cake-y. Rosemary leaf extract is also included to help calm skin—perfect for acne-prone or sensitive types.

Active Ingredient: Zinc Oxide

Rave review: “I love this sunscreen! It is lightweight, easy to blend, and scentless. I have acne prone skin and the ingredients are non-comedogenic and do not cause me to breakout. If you are looking for a gentle mineral sunscreen with minimal white cast, this is it!”

This lightweight, mineral formula blends in super fast so it can be worn on its own or under makeup without looking cake-y. Rosemary leaf extract is also included to help calm skin—perfect for acne-prone or sensitive types.

Active ingredients: Avobenzone, Homosalate, Octisalate, Octocrylene

Zinc-based sunscreens can be difficult to blend in but thanks to this spray formula, it’s easy and way less messy. It’s also water resistant for up to 80 minutes, making it ideal for beach days.

Active ingredient: Zinc oxide

Rave review: “Love this sunscreen. It’s mineral so it comes out very white. Feels like whipped cream when you apply it. You do have to scrub in the shower to get it off.”

Want your sunscreen to do more? Look no further. Not only does this lightweight lotion protect your skin (thanks to the 2 percent titanium dioxide and 17 percent zinc), but it’s also packed with a ton of antioxidants that brighten discoloration and delay fine lines and wrinkles.

Active ingredients: Zinc Oxide, Titanium Dioxide

Rave review: “I first got this from a dermatologist after a laser treatment, and I was hooked. It will definitely protect your skin from the damaging effects of the sun, but it’s also a wonderful moisturizer. It goes on so smoothly, like satin. I’ve found that it’s almost like a primer under foundation. And a little bit goes far.”

UVA and UVB rays aren’t the only thing that can mess with your skin. Blue light (from your laptop, cell phone, or TV) can also lead to aging and discoloration. This sunscreen protects your skin from the sun and pretty much everything else.

Active ingredient: Zinc Oxide

Rave review: “I have been using both the facial sunscreen and body lotion sunscreen since they were released—they are fabulous. You only need a small amount for ample coverage. It does not have any fragrance and leaves my face and skin feeling smooth and dry (totally non-tacky) and they do not stain your clothing like other sunscreens do. I won’t use anything else!”

You need this jumbo tube (you get five ounces!) for your next beach trip. Reminder: You need a shot glass amount for your body and a nickel-sized blob for your face.

Active ingredients: Zinc Oxide, Titanium Dioxide

Rave review: “I’m a white water tiger, so I have used a lot of mineral sunscreens. This was hands down the most comfortable one I’ve used. And it was effective.”

This one checks all the boxes on the pregnancy-safe sunscreen list. It also has a non-aerosol application and is great for babies over the age of 6 months.

Active ingredient: Zinc Oxide

Rave review: “Mineral sunscreen can be so hard to rub on the skin sometimes, but this rubs on great. It’s not too thick or too thin. It doesn’t leave the skin super white looking.”

You know the importance of wearing SPF every day (rain or shine), and this hyaluronic acid-infused moisturizer-sunscreen combo makes it easy. Top off your favorite toner or serum with this duo product. (Reapply every two hours.)

Active ingredient: Zinc Oxide, Titanium Dioxide

Rave review: “I’ve been using this tinted sunscreen for a few years now and every once in a while I will try another one—always a big mistake. I love the texture of it and you don’t even have to use a foundation—just some bronzer and blush and ready to go!”

This sheer formula glides on and combines zinc oxide with smoothing silk extracts to protect skin from UV and environmental damage. Hyaluronic acid and niacinamide strengthen the skin barrier.

Active Ingredient: Zinc Oxide

Rave review: “I am usually a chemical sunscreen wearer but I do want to wear zinc oxide when possible and this is by far the best formulation of a mineral sunscreen. I also have to say this is a sunscreen that lasts a really long time, even when you use the three finger rule.”