I Asked NYC's Top Dermatologists for Their Best Sunscreen Recs...One Brand Was a Clear Favorite (2025)

"This mineral sunscreen is cosmetically elegant, moisturizing, and affordable. I use it on both my face and body—it’s non-tinted and easy to rub in, making it great for necks and chests too." —DERMATOLOGIST HEATHER ROGERS, MD

• Best for: Sensitive and/or dry skin types
• Mineral or chemical? Mineral
• SPF level: 30
• Key ingredients: Ceramides, squalane

"This lightweight, milky mineral sunscreen contains skin-repairing enzymes. So it protects your skin from future UV damage wth SPF, but also helps repair past sun damage. It's an excellent option for daily defense, particularly for my skin cancer patients." —DR. ROGERS

"This is one of my favorite sunscreens. It uses zinc oxide along with DNA repairosomes and vitamin E for added skin protection. It rubs in beautifully and is extremely cosmetically elegant without leaving a white film on the skin. It's also a physical sunscreen, so great for those with sensitive skin or who are concerned about using chemical sunscreens." —DERMATOLOGIST SHARI MARCHBEIN, MD

• Best for: Sensitive, combo, and/or dry skin types
• Mineral or chemical? Mineral
• SPF level: 50
• Key ingredients: Vitamin E, DNA Repairsomes

"Despite being entirely mineral-based, this sunscreen blends beautifully. Its range of inclusive tints helps minimize any white cast across a variety of skin tones. It's a practical option for patients with sensitive or reactive skin." —DERMATOLOGIST MICHELLE HENRY, MD

• Best for: All skin types
• Mineral or chemical? Mineral
• SPF level: 40
• Key ingredients: Niacinamide

"This formula is well-suited for sensitive and acne-prone skin, with a lightweight texture and two tints that blend easily into all skin tones. The inclusion of niacinamide helps to reduce inflammation and lighten hyperpigmented areas over time, too." —DR. HENRY

• Best for: Oily, combo, or acne-prone skin
• Mineral or chemical? Both
• SPF level: 46
• Key ingredients: Niacinamide, vitamin E

"This sunscreen stick has an SPF of 50 and is great for face and body. It also works well on eyelids and lips. As a Mohs surgeon, I see skin cancers on the eyelids and lips all too frequently." —DERMATOLOGIST JAIME GLICK, MD

• Best for: All skin types
• Mineral or chemical? Chemical
• SPF level: 50
• Key ingredients: Licorice root extract

"Sun protection is undoubtedly the most critical factor in preventing aging, as sun exposure can break down collagen, leading to fine lines, wrinkles, and saggy skin. Sun exposure also contributes to the development of brown spots on the skin. Alastin's HydraTint is one of my favorite tinted sunscreens for everyday." —DR. GLICK

"I am personally obsessed with tinted SPF because they pack a super powerful punch of light coverage (so can often take the place of makeup) while also protecting against UVA/UVB rays and blue light. I personally use Alastin's every day. It's a mineral sunscreen that also contains antioxidants and anti-pollutants." DR. MARCHBEIN

• Best for: Sensitive, dry, and/or combination skin
• Mineral or chemical? Mineral
• SPF level: 36
• Key ingredients: Ectoin, antioxidants

"La Roche Posay is a tried and true brand for sun protection, and I love this sunscreen for its ability to provide UVA and UVB protection, as well as antioxidant protection.” —DERMATOLOGIST DENDY ENGELMAN, MD

"This is a fantastic and cosmetically elegant sunscreen that can be used on both your face and body. —DR. MARCHBEIN

"This is a favorite for layering under makeup or for those who prefer a non-tinted SPF. I find that men tend to love this sunscreen because of its gel-like consistency that's easy to apply and doesn't leave a residue. It doesn't "feel" like sunscreen, or that you're wearing anything really." —DERMATOLOGIST CONNIE YANG, MD

• Best for: Dry, combo, and/or oily skin types
• Mineral or chemical? Chemical
• SPF level: 50
• Key ingredients: Vitamin C, green tea, niacinamide, vitamin E

"Korean sunscreens are elite in their advanced formulations that provide excellent protection with the most elegant application. This SPF by Torriden is one of my favorites because of its incredibly lightweight consistency that absorbs quickly. It leaves my skin feeling dewy and hydrated." —DR. YANG

• Best for: Dry and/or combo skin types
• SPF level: 50
• Key ingredients: Hyaluronic acid, niacinamide

"This is an age-defying 2-in-1 moisturizer that contains PA++++, which is the maximum aging protection a sunscreen can achieve. I also love that it is packed with squalane and hyaluronic acid, so it leaves your skin feeling moisturized, bouncy, and nourished.” —DR. ENGELMAN

• Best for: Dry, combo, and/or oily skin types
• Mineral or chemical? Chemical
• SPF level: 50
• Key ingredients: Hyaluronic acid, squalane, ectoin

"A favorite summer sunscreen of mine is Colorescience's Sunforgettable Total Protection Brush-On Shield. The powder format is convenient and functional, plus the formula is non-comedogenic and hydrating too." —DR. ENGELMAN

• Best for: Reapplying
• Mineral or chemical? Mineral
• SPF level: 50
• Key ingredients: Iron oxides, hyaluronic acid