Best Chemical-Free Sunscreens Updated May 2025

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Best Chemical-Free Sunscreens
2025 Buyer's GuideUpdated May 2025
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10.0

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10.0

Blue Lizard SENSITIVE Mineral Sunscreen with Zinc Oxide, SPF 50+, Water Resistant, UVA/UVB Protection with Smart Cap Technology...
Effectiveness
Sunscreen quality
Sunburn resistance
Skin type
Skin protection
Picked by 159 people this week!
Picked by 159 people this week!

10.0

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Blue Lizard SENSITIVE Mineral Sunscreen with Zinc Oxide, SPF 50+, Water Resistant, UVA/UVB Protection with Smart Cap Technology...
Effectiveness
Sunscreen quality
Sunburn resistance
Skin type
Skin protection

9.8

2

9.8

Sun Bum Original SPF 50 Sunscreen Body Spray - Broad Spectrum Moisturizing Sunscreen with Vitamin E - Hawaii 104 Act Compliant ...
Smell
Functionality
Sun protection
Skin protection
Greasiness
Burn resistance

9.8

2
Sun Bum Original SPF 50 Sunscreen Body Spray - Broad Spectrum Moisturizing Sunscreen with Vitamin E - Hawaii 104 Act Compliant ...
Smell
Functionality
Sun protection
Skin protection
Greasiness
Burn resistance

9.6

3

9.6

Sky and Sol Non-Toxic Natural Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 | Safest Organic Natural Tallow & Zinc Oxide Sunblock | Reef Safe, Clean...
Sunscreen quality
Skin protection
Functionality
Ingredients
Smell

9.6

3
Sky and Sol Non-Toxic Natural Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 | Safest Organic Natural Tallow & Zinc Oxide Sunblock | Reef Safe, Clean...
Sunscreen quality
Skin protection
Functionality
Ingredients
Smell

9.3

4

9.3

EltaMD UV Clear Face Sunscreen SPF 46, Oil Free for Face with Zinc Oxide, Dermatologist Recommended Sunscreen Lotion, For Acne-...
Sunscreen quality
Skin type
Moisturizing
Greasiness
Functionality
Lightweight

9.3

4
EltaMD UV Clear Face Sunscreen SPF 46, Oil Free for Face with Zinc Oxide, Dermatologist Recommended Sunscreen Lotion, For Acne-...
Sunscreen quality
Skin type
Moisturizing
Greasiness
Functionality
Lightweight

9.2

5

9.2

Thrive Natural Care Mineral Face Sunscreen SPF 30 - Daily Sunscreen for Face, No White Cast, Non-Nano Zinc Oxide - Lightweight ...
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Sun protection
Quality
Greasiness
Ingredients
Ease of application

9.2

5
Thrive Natural Care Mineral Face Sunscreen SPF 30 - Daily Sunscreen for Face, No White Cast, Non-Nano Zinc Oxide - Lightweight ...
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Sun protection
Quality
Greasiness
Ingredients
Ease of application

9.1

6

9.1

Coppertone Pure and Simple Sunscreen Lotion, SPF 50 Broad Spectrum Sunscreen with Zinc Oxide, 6 Oz
Sun protection
Skin protection
Effectiveness
Value for money
Protection

9.1

6
Coppertone Pure and Simple Sunscreen Lotion, SPF 50 Broad Spectrum Sunscreen with Zinc Oxide, 6 Oz
Sun protection
Skin protection
Effectiveness
Value for money
Protection

9.0

7

9.0

BLUE LIZARD Sensitive Mineral Sunscreen with Zinc Oxide 50+ Water Resistant UVAUVB Protection with Smart Cap Technology Fragran...
Sunscreen quality
Works well
Skin protection
Protection
Burn resistance

9.0

7
BLUE LIZARD Sensitive Mineral Sunscreen with Zinc Oxide 50+ Water Resistant UVAUVB Protection with Smart Cap Technology Fragran...
Sunscreen quality
Works well
Skin protection
Protection
Burn resistance

8.9

8

8.9

Thrive Reef Safe Sunscreen SPF50 - Hawaii 104 Reef Act Compliant - Mineral Sunscreen Non-Nano Zinc Oxide - Vegan, (5.8 Oz (Pack...
Effectiveness
Sunscreen quality
Smell
Sturdiness
Skin protection
Ease of application

8.9

8
Thrive Reef Safe Sunscreen SPF50 - Hawaii 104 Reef Act Compliant - Mineral Sunscreen Non-Nano Zinc Oxide - Vegan, (5.8 Oz (Pack...
Effectiveness
Sunscreen quality
Smell
Sturdiness
Skin protection
Ease of application

8.8

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8.8

Babo Botanicals Sheer Zinc Continuous Sunscreen Spray SPF30 - Natural Zinc Oxide - Extra Sensitive Skin - Water Resistant - Veg...
Functionality
Sun protection
Spray effectiveness
Ease of application
Chemical content

8.8

9
Babo Botanicals Sheer Zinc Continuous Sunscreen Spray SPF30 - Natural Zinc Oxide - Extra Sensitive Skin - Water Resistant - Veg...
Functionality
Sun protection
Spray effectiveness
Ease of application
Chemical content

8.5

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8.5

CeraVe Hydrating Sheer Sunscreen SPF 30 for Face and Body, Mineral & Chemical Sunscreen with Zinc Oxide, Hyaluronic Acid, Niaci...
Skin protection
Sunscreen effectiveness
Ease of application
Works well
Lightweight

8.5

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CeraVe Hydrating Sheer Sunscreen SPF 30 for Face and Body, Mineral & Chemical Sunscreen with Zinc Oxide, Hyaluronic Acid, Niaci...
Skin protection
Sunscreen effectiveness
Ease of application
Works well
Lightweight

Our Top Choice

10.0

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10.0

Blue Lizard SENSITIVE Mineral Sunscreen with Zinc Oxide, SPF 50+, Water Resistant, UVA/UVB Protection with Smart Cap Technology...
Effectiveness
Sunscreen quality
Sunburn resistance
Skin type
Skin protection
Picked by 159 people this week!
Picked by 159 people this week!

10.0

1
Blue Lizard SENSITIVE Mineral Sunscreen with Zinc Oxide, SPF 50+, Water Resistant, UVA/UVB Protection with Smart Cap Technology...
Effectiveness
Sunscreen quality
Sunburn resistance
Skin type
Skin protection