Whether you're headed to the beach, the pool or just out for a walk in the sun, it's important to protect your skin from the sun's harmful rays. The best way to do that is with a good sunscreen. Here are some great options for pale skin.
$38.00
I love this sunscreen! Not for oily skins imo unless you love a really dewy look but this moisturizer/sunscreen is such a pleasure to use on dry skin and ESPECIALLY during these winter months....I love this sunscreen. The tint blends nicely on my very pale skin, it moisturizers really well, & I look nice and glowy.
What it is: A radiant face sunscreen with 100% Mineral Non Nano Zinc Oxide SPF 35, active levels of encapsulated vitamin C, and sheer golden pearl.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, and Combination
Skincare Concerns: Dryness and Dullness
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Licorice: Brightening extract helps protect from discoloration after sun exposure.
- Hyaluronic Acid: Plumps and moisturizes for lasting hydration.
- Aloe Vera: Soothes irritation.
Ingredient Callouts: This product is cruelty-free, reef-safe, and comes in recyclable packaging.
$24.00
It doesn't hurt my eyes, and keeps my pale skin protected....Love this sunscreen. I have pale skin and a history of skin cancer in my family so I've tried a lot of SPFs.
What it is: A fast-absorbing, non-greasy sunscreen face & body lotion that hydrates skin & is water- & sweat-resistant for 80 minutes.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Dryness
Formulation: Lotion
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Sunflower Extract: Rich in beta carotene and helps protect your skin from external environmental elements.
- Rosemary Leaf Extract: Has a calming effect on the skin and is rich in antioxidants.
Ingredient Callouts: This product is vegan, cruelty-free, and gluten-free.
ITEM: 1855709
Size: 1.7 fl. oz/ 50 mL
$54.00
This Might Work for Pale Skin...Skin of color beware!...great for pale skin....I really enjoy this product. I have pale skin so having something that can add some tint to my skin while also canceling out redness and protecting my skin with spf 30 is really nice since I don’t like wearing foundation.
What it is: A bestselling green-to-beige cica cream with mineral-SPF protection that rapidly neutralizes the look of redness and visibly evens tone for healthy-, natural-looking skin.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Dryness and Redness
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Mineral Sunscreen (Zinc Oxide and Titanium Dioxide): Reflects UVA/UVB rays to protect skin from sun damage.
What Else You Need to Know: For centuries, tigers in the Asian wetlands have rolled around in Centella asiatica (aka tiger grass or cica) to help heal their wounds. Taking inspiration from the
ITEM: 2535755
Size: 3.4 oz/ 100 mL
$38.00
I was anticipating it to have a white cast like most mineral sunscreens, but I am happy to report there is no white cast and it's very easy to blend into the skin! ...I used to solely use mineral sunscreens but I just couldn't find one with "clean" ingredients that also fit my skin.
What it is: A lightweight, 100 percent-mineral sunscreen lotion for face and body that's blendable, quick to absorb, gentle on sensitive skin, and perfect for a day of play.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Fine Lines and Wrinkles, Redness, and Loss of Firmness and Elasticity
Formulation: Cream
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Green Algae Extract: Protects against IRA (infrared-A) and reduces visible effects of free radicals.
- Tucuma Butter: Nourishes and protects skin.
Ingredient Callouts: This product is vegan, gluten-free, and cruelty-free.
$16.00
LOVE, but a bit orange if you are a pale girly...I will say it dries down a tiny bit orange, but I’m super pale. Did not pill at all for me, but I let my skincare set for a few minutes before I applied this...The only sunscreen that doesn’t irritate me skin been using it for years
What it is: A mini SPF, serum, and moisturizer in one—packed with superhero ingredients and clean mineral zinc oxide for hydrated, protected skin.
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Encapsulated Vitamin C: Protects against free radicals, supports collagen, and visibly brightens skin.
- Hyaluronic Acid: Attracts and retains water for visibly plump, hydrated skin.
- 100 Percent Mineral Zinc Oxide: Provides clean SPF 35 protection and shields skin from UVA and UVB rays.
Ingredient Callouts: This product is gluten-free and cruelty-free.
What Else You Need to Know: This all-mineral, broad-spectrum SPF 35 moisturizer with clean, non-nano zinc oxide absorbs easily with a sheer finish. Active levels of encapsulated vitamin C brig
ITEM: 2811180
Size: 1.3 oz / 40 ml
$58.00
I can’t live without sunscreen and use one every single day. I usually prefer clear sunscreens, but this one is really nice. ...As someone who is fair skinned, I am always looking for a product that's going to help protect my skin from the sun especially being so pale. I love that this has an SPF 50.
What it is: A tinted mineral sunscreen moisturizer with vitamin C, hyaluronic acid, and niacinamide plus mica for a radiant finish on all skin tones.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Fine Lines and Wrinkles, Dryness, and Dullness
Formulation: Cream
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Vitamin C: Visibly brightens and firms skin and reduces the appearance of fine lines.
- Hyaluronic Acid: Boosts moisture levels for a more youthful, plump, and dewy complexion.
- Niacinamide: Promotes a smooth and supple skin surface and visibly evens skin tone.
Ingredient Callouts: This product is vegan, gluten-free, cruelty-free, comes in recyclable packaging, and is reef-safe.
ITEM: 2753317
Size: 0.7 oz
$22.00
I actually really enjoyed this sunscreen! I have very sensitive skin and often times sunscreens break me out or can irritate my skin but this didn’t! ...BEST SUNSCREEN (read this review im being honest(...Ok so I am literally obsessed with this sunscreen, it is clear on my skin, and most of the zinc sunscreens I buy hoping they are clear don’t work on me, they only work on very light skin.
What it is: A 100 percent mineral SPF 45 shimmer stick with hyaluronic acid provides head to toe protection and an on-the-go, hydrated glow.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Dryness, Dullness, and Loss of Firmness and Elasticity
Formulation: Balm
Highlighted Ingredients:
- SPF 45: Sunscreen filters that protect and act as first line of defense against visible signs of aging.
- Hyaluronic Acid: Locks in moisture and hydrates.
- Sunflower Wax: Rich in essential fatty acids A, D, and E to seal in nurturing moisture.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coa
$24.00
Best face sunscreen...Amazing - unlike many other mineral sunscreens, this one leaves no white cast. It blends perfectly into my skin, and doesn’t clog pores or cause breakouts. ...It is slightly tinted and, while I am fairly pale, it still blended great!! Awesome for building makeup on top of!
What it is: A mineral, mattifying tinted sunscreen that smooths skin's appearance, primes for makeup & prevents visible signs of aging with broad spectrum SPF.
Skin Type: Normal, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Fine Lines/Wrinkles, Pores, and Oiliness
Formulation: Cream
ITEM: 2828770
Size: 1.69 oz / 50 ml
$36.00
My go-to sunscreen!...I LOVE this sunscreen. I have super sensitive, pale skin and finding sun protection that has enough SPF without breaking me out has been incredibly challenging. ...Amazing sunscreen!...I love using this sunscreen! It blends in so well with my skin and doesn’t make me look too greasy and it isn’t mattifying either!
What it is: A Korean sunscreen/moisturizer with SPF 50 protection that’s enriched with hyaluronic acid and blends seamlessly into all skin tones.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Dark Spots, Fine Lines, and Dryness
Formulation: Cream
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Hyaluronic Acid: Replenishes moisture for hydrated, plump-looking skin.
- Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate: Visibly brightens skin and addresses excess sebum.
- Provitamin B5: Enhances visible elasticity for a more supple, plump complexion.