Finding the best face sunscreen for rosacea can be a challenge, especially because rosacea is a very personal condition that manifests uniquely for everyone. Whether you’re after a tinted sunscreen to neutralise redness, a mineral sunscreen containing zinc oxide or you’re simply looking for the top rated, rosacea friendly sunscreens, in this article we’ll be listing all of the above to help you find the perfect formula for you.
Mineral sunscreen for rosacea
If you’ve ever heard mineral sunscreen highlighted as an ideal option for those with rosacea skin, you’re not wrong! Not everybody needs a mineral sunblock, but if you suspect you’re sensitive to the chemical filter kind (a tell tale sign is flushing skin and watery eyes!) it might be worth trying one out.
Best budget friendly mineral sunscreen for rosacea
Available on maeva for £14.99
We love the Inkey List for their simplicity and affordability, two things which makes their Daily Sunscreen in SPF 30 perfect if you’re wanting to dip your toe into the world of mineral filters. We’d also recommend this formula for those with normal to dry skin, and also those on the sensitive side.
What we love:
- 100% mineral filters that may be less irritating for you than chemical filters
- Affordable price
- Contains glycerin and squalane for extra moisture
- Essential oil and fragrance free (not ideal ingredients for rosacea)
What we’d improve:
- If you’re sensitive to fatty alcohols you might not get on with this formula
- Shea butter is occasionally comedogenic
Best mineral sunscreen for oily skin
Available on maeva for £14.52
Orbis’ unique formulation for this UV Cut SPF34 is a great option for acne sufferers and those with oily skin. The texture is rated super light by users and the formula is short, sweet and uncomplicated.
What we love:
- Light texture
- Fragrance and essential oil free
What we’d improve:
- This formula contains ethanol which can work very well for oily skins, but might dry out naturally drier skins
The best tinted sunscreens for rosacea
Sometimes a light tint to your SPF can make you feel just that little bit more confident, especially during a flare up, plus we love how a tinted formula can save you money by doubling up as a foundation. We’ve rounded up our fave tinted options below:
Best budget tinted sunscreen for rosacea
Available on maeva for £9.43
Bioderma are a traditional French pharmacy brand that are known for their wide range of sunscreens. If you’re on a budget, we think Photoderm AR Tinted Cream with SPF50 could just be your next favourite tinted sunscreen at just under £10!
What we love:
- High protection at SPF50
- Affordable price
- Fragrance, essential oil and alcohol free
What we’d improve:
- None, we think this is an awesome product!
Another great tinted sunscreen option
Available on maeva for £17.50
Just like Bioderma, La Roche Posay are also known for their great quality, pharmacy style range of products, and we love LRP’s Anthelios Ultra Comfort Tinted BB Cream in SPF50 as an alternative to Bioderma if you’re looking to try out a couple on unpredictable acne rosacea.
What we love:
- Lightweight formula could be ideal for oilier skins
- Free of preservatives (these sometimes cause stinging eyes or red reactions!)
What we’d improve:
- We’d prefer this formula without the fragrance