12 Best Sunscreens for Face 2025, According to Dermatologists

• What we love: A little goes a long way; lightweight and hydrating; water-resistant for up to 80 minutes; high SPF
• What could improve: Pump can be finicky

Best Mineral Sunscreen: InnBeauty Project Mineral Sun Glow Broad Spectrum SPF 43

While dermatologists regularly recommend mineral-based formulas, few are actually enjoyable to apply. Many feel gloopy and heavy, and leave behind an annoying white cast. InnBeauty Project set out to reimagine mineral sunscreens, and the result is a formula that leaves behind a radiant glow. One tester says she ditches foundation completely thanks to this mineral SPF. Available in three sheer tints—fair medium, medium, and medium-deep—this skin-care-powered sunscreen melts into skin on contact and feels like air. The SPF 43 protection goes beyond fending off UVA and UVB rays. It also protects against blue light and oxidative stress, too.

“I love, love, love this sunscreen lotion because it’s super lightweight to the touch and blends in like butter,” says Glamour commerce writer Alanna Martine Kilkeary. “Makeup can be layered super easily over the top, and it gives you just the right amount of radiance without looking shiny or glittery. I also find that my skin stays superhydrated after wearing this all day and my makeup never flakes.”

• What we love: Doesn’t leave any sort of cast; weightless; absorbs in seconds; can double as a skin tint
• What could improve: We wish there were more shade options

Best Tinted Sunscreen: Colorescience Sunforgettable Total Protection Face Shield Flex SPF

If you’re shopping for zinc-oxide-based sunscreen, look for at least 10% of the active ingredient, says Kunal Malik, MD, a board-certified dermatologist at Spring Street Dermatology in New York City. At 12%, this lightweight formula delivers. And it’s also recommended by Marisa Garshick, MD, a board-certified dermatologist at MDCS Dermatology in NYC, who says it also contains iron oxide, antioxidants, and a patented Enviroscreen technology to protect against pretty much everything: UVA and UVB, blue light, pollution, and infrared radiation. It boasts an antioxidant-rich ingredient list that makes it a great hydrating pick for anyone with dry, combination skin. And if you’re looking for some coverage, you’ve come to the right place. This sunscreen has a buildable matte finish, available in four shades. Hear that, oily-skin peeps? This one’s for you, too.

Glamour contributor Hanna Lustig uses the formula every day. “The formula is hydrating enough to glide over dry patches and problem areas, but within minutes it dries down to a semi-matte finish with surprisingly substantial coverage.” Hear that, oily-skin girlies? This one is for you, too.

• What we love: Universal tint; lightweight; water- and sweat-resistant
• What could improve: Some testers say it transfers easily

Best for Dry Skin: Summer Fridays ShadeDrops Mineral Milk Sunscreen SPF 30

You might be skeptical of influencer-founded brands, but Summer Fridays has proven time and time again that their skin-care formulations really work. Everything from the packaging—the precise nozzle makes application a breeze—to the milky texture, ingredient list, dewy finish, and comfortability make this SPF shine. Rather than a thick lotion or cream, this sunscreen has a liquid texture, which allows it to melt right into the skin without having to use much effort to rub it in.

“My skin leans dry, so I’m always looking for SPF that will add a touch of hydration. Squalane and vitamin E work in tandem to soften skin without feeling heavy. I appreciate that the bottle is compact enough to easily throw in my bag for reapplications throughout the day, too. As someone who has tried everything from the brand, I can attest that the sunscreen deserves boundless praise,” says Glamour contributor Mary Honkus.

• What we love: Deeply hydrates without feeling heavy; reef-safe; provides a glowy finish
• What could improve: Though it’s great for dry skin, it’s not ideal for those with eczema.

Best for Oily Skin: La Roche-Posay Anthelios Mineral Ultra-Light Face Sunscreen SPF 50

“La Roche-Posay is a great sunscreen brand for hydration and sun protection for all skin types and ages,” says Deborah Longwill, DO, FAOCD, founder of the Miami Center for Dermatology. The derms we spoke to said men gravitate toward it as much as women do because it’s clear, lightweight, and oil-free. And you don’t have to hunt to find it—the drugstore brand is widely available.