If you’re sensitive to or have concerns about certain sunscreen ingredients, here’s how to choose an alternative that would work best for your skin.
Physical sunscreens work like a shield and deflects the sun’s rays. It contains active ingredients, such as zinc oxide and/or titanium dioxide. This sunscreen is recommended if you have sensitive skin.
Chemical sunscreens work like a sponge, absorbing the sun’s rays. It contains active ingredients, such as oxybenzone, avobenzone, octisalate, octocrylene, homosalate and octinoxate. This sunscreen is recommended if you like formulation that is easier to rub into the skin without leaving a white residue.
Physical sunscreens have lesser risk for skin irritation, allergy formation and skin sensitivity. Whereas, chemical sunscreens are prone to producing skin irritation or allergies.
