My Favorite Mineral Sunscreen

With summer finally on the horizon and beach days ahead I wanted to update this post with my favorite mineral sunscreens. I’ve tested so many and these are the ones that come out on top. Mineral sunscreen, also referred to as physical sunscreen provides a physical barrier between your skin and the rays of the sun. I’ve also included some great options for toddlers and kids. The good news is these are all reef safe sunscreens too!

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My Favorite Mineral Sunscreen

Face Sunscreen

Supergoop! Mineral Sheerscreen SPF 30

This is a great everyday sunscreen that blends in nicely (though I do notice a very subtle white cast when worn alone without makeup over it). This is my beach SPF and I like it because it doesn’t feel heavy or make me break out.

Supergoop Cloud 9 100% Mineral Balm

I use this all winter and it’s amazing, especially for dry skin. It’s great to put on cheeks and lips as an added layer of protection. It glides on easily and rubs in quickly.

Saie Sunvisor SPF 35

You know how much I absolutely love Saie and especially the Sunvisor. It almost feels like a sunscreen and a skincare product.

Sunscreen For Kids

Supergoop! Sunnyscreen 100% Mineral Stick SPF 50 Baby Sunscreen

I love the sunscreen sticks for face because Marin insists on applying it herself and this one from Supergoop doesn’t make a mess. It could not not be easier to apply, rubs in well and it’s so small and portable I can throw it in any bag or even my pocket so I’m never without some sort of SPF for hot summer days.

supergoop mineral body mist spf 30

We all use this body mist because it’s so easy to apply and provides excellent coverage, especially for beach or pool days when you’re in the water a lot. It has impressive staying power and is so much easier to use with little kids that don’t want to sit still to put on sunscreen.

Sunscreen For Lips

Supergoop Cloud 9 100% Mineral Balm

As mentioned above I really love this stuff and I put it on my lips all winter long. Definitely plan to use it for beach days this summer.

SUPERGOOP PLAY SPF 30 LIP BALM

A lip gloss with SPF protection! Especially great if you have an event like a wedding or party where it’s hard to stay out of the sun, this lip gloss is minty and moisturizing with ingredients like shea butter. Plus SPF 30 sun protection.

Sunscreen for Body

SUPERGOOP Play 100% Mineral Lotion

This is easy to rub on, doesn’t feel greasy and leaves no white streaks behind. It’s also pretty water resistant, I’ve applied it before swimming for long periods of time and never been burned when I wear this. I don’t use it on my face because it feels a little to heavy for that. I also really love their sunscreen mist but you do tend to go through faster than the tube. It’s definitely the quickest and easiest application but costs a bit more and I have to buy more frequently.

Self-Tanner

Isle of Paradise self tanning mouse and drops

I just used the mousse and drops this week to give myself a glow and I talk about this brand a lot because they are my favorite self-tanner. I use the Self Tanning drops (medium) mixed in with my serum at night and the Self-Tanning Mousse (medium) is my favorite for all over body self-tanning. I apply the mousse with a tanning mitt in circular motions after exfoliating in the shower. Because my skin is so dry I wait until the mousse is fully dry (25 minutes) and then apply moisturizer all over.