8 Best Zinc Oxide Sunscreens of 2022

Bare Republic’s innovative pure zinc oxide face sunscreen comes in a unique gel-lotion texture that doesn’t leave skin oily. It scored high in GH Beauty Lab testing for not making skin greasy or shiny, was easy to apply, and didn’t interfere with makeup or cause irritation. “The texture and application was so smooth…I also could not believe the finish,” a tester raved. “Not greasy at all, almost seemed to blur my pores, and gave a matte finish.”

This lightweight mineral sunscreen from Australian Gold uses a combination of zinc oxide and titanium dioxide as active ingredients and provided strong UV shielding in GH Beauty Lab testing. It’s a great choice for people who prefer fragranced sunscreen thanks to its clean, sweet scent that 95% testers agreed was pleasant. It won’t feel irritating or greasy on your skin, applies smoothly, and it can even stand up to sweat and saltwater for up to 80 minutes.