Before we learn anything about sun protection, we know that wearing sunscreen every day—whether it's chemical sunscreen, mineral sunscreen or hybrid sunscreen—is something that we strongly advocate. But when it comes to putting the PRO in sun-protection, we've wisened up to the fact that not all sunscreens are compatible with your skin type, especially for sensitive skin and rosacea skin. According to dermatologists, people with sensitive skin or rosacea skin are better off with mineral sunscreens (or physical sunscreens as some might prefer) that have zinc or titanium oxide as the photo protective ingredient which are less triggering and irritating. So without further ado, here are our tried-and-true sunscreens for sensitive skin or rosacea skin that make reapplying SPF every two hours throughout the day less of a dreadful chore but more of a joyful, stress-free experience!

No. 1

SKIN1004 - Madagascar Centella Air-Fit Suncream Plus

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STYLEVANA K-Beauty Review: It shouldn't come as a surprise that a mineral sunscreen created by SKIN1004 was met with a ton of 5-star reviews and a huge global following. Starring centella asiatica extract as the main ingredient, this SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Air-Fit Suncream Plus is the best sunscreen for sensitive skin and rosacea skin not only for its nineral-based UV filters of SPF50+ PA++++ protection, but also its ability to simultaneously brighten the skin and reduces visible rednesss (a comon rosacea skin condition) with niacinamide. This sunscreen can be worn all year long without feeling heavy or leaving a white cast.

No. 2

ROVECTIN - Skin Essentials Double Tone-Up UV Protector

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STYLEVANA K-Beauty Review: Korean skincare brand ROVECTIN is a brand that keeps its pantheon of sensitive skin-friendly skincare products in line with minimal, yet wonder-working ingredients, and this ROVECTIN sunscreen is no exception. Gentle yet mighty, this mineral sunscreen for sensitive skin and rosacea skin completely defend against daily free-radical damage such as harmful UV rays, fine dust and pollutants, thanks to zinc oxide and titanium dioxide.

No. 3

Axis-Y - Complete No Stress Physical Sunscreen

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STYLEVANA K-Beauty Review: The aptly named Axis-Y Complete No Stress Physical Sunscreen sounds like a laidback friend who's just here for a good time — and it's true! Some sunscreens will make your sensitive skin worse and stress it out, causing flare-ups and irritation... but not this one. This mugwort-based sunscreen has a nourishing blend of 2% Niacinamide + Squalane that helps protecty your skin from UVA and UVB damage while providing the healing properties of skin-loving ingredients for an every day, no-stress life.

No. 4

Etude House - Soon Jung X Director's Mineral Filter Sun Cream

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STYLEVANA K-Beauty Review: We mean it when we say the Etude House Soon Jung X Director's Mineral Filter Sun Cream is the "dreamboat" of sunscreens. Fragrance-free and mineral-based, this physical sunscreen is hailed from the brand's signature sensitive skin-friendly Soon Jung line. It is a non-nano physical sun cream that blocks UV rays and gently protects sensitive skin with low-irritant mild formula which also checks all the boxes for rosacea skin.

No. 5

Rohto Mentholatum - Sunplay Skin Aqua Physical Sunscreen for Sensitive Skin

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STYLEVANA K-Beauty Review: Not only does Rohto Mentholatum Sunplay Skin Aqua Physical Sunscreen for Sensitive Skin keep every inch of your skin protected from the sun — the lightweight, buildable texture is also a delight to your summer skin that you might actually look forward to reapplying it. And you'll definitely want to for your sensitive skin or rosacea skin, thanks to its protective and moisturizing combination of SPF 50 and a special mixture of skin-brightening ingredients that will improve uneven skin tone and redness, and helps create naturally glowing skin.

No. 6

make p:rem - UV Defense Me. Calming Sun Stick

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STYLEVANA K-Beauty Review: Keep the make p:rem UV Defense Me. Calming Sun Stick inside your bag so that even when you're on the move, you can apply sunscreen to keep your skin protected anywhere, anytime. This sun stick is the perfect addition for beauties like you who are always busy running errands outside, and no longer will you need to lug around heavy bottles of sunscreen on outdoor excursions because this handy mineral sunscreen provides a hefty dose of SPF50+ sun protection + an airy matte-like, silky finish that will actually make you look forward to reapplying it throughout the day.

No. 7

aromatica - Soothing Aloe Mineral Sunscreen

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STYLEVANA K-Beauty Review: Tired of trying on new sunscreens that stress your skin out? This is where aromatica Soothing Aloe Mineral Sunscreen comes into play for your sensitive skin. This K-Beauty pick is gloriously soothing all year round even for rosacea-plagued skin, thanks to ingredients like aloe leaf extract. The lightweight, cast-free formula also absorbs into skin without a trace. While your skin looks glowy post-application, it doesn't get into the territories of shiny or greasy, making it a favorite to apply during the hot summer months.

No. 8

THANK YOU FARMER - Sun Project Water Sun Cream

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STYLEVANA K-Beauty Review: Hailed as a cult-favorite (and under-rated) beauty, this THANK YOU FARMER sunscreen features hyaluronic acid to plump the skin and mistletoe extract to help promote the cellular renewal process and more importantly protects the skin from the damaging effects of UV exposure on a summer beach outing. It works like a moisturizing sunscreen lotion, making it even easier for you to apply your daily makeup in the subsequent steps.

Take this as a sign to show your sensitive skin or rosacea skin some love and stock up on the best mineral sunscreens from our collection to prep your skin for the sunny days ahead! Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to get more instant product updates and skincare tips!