Mineral sunscreens reflect UV rays and do not absorb into the blood stream like chemical or hybrid sunscreens do, hence are considered safer during pregnancy and breastfeeding. The UV filters in mineral sunscreens are titanium dioxide and zinc oxide.
Mineral or physical SPFs are usually thicker in texture, while chemical sunscreens are lighter and hence usually more popular.
There isn’t enough data to prove that chemical sunscreens are harmful during pregnancy however, there isn’t any to prove that they aren’t either. A lot of dermats feel comfortable recommending chemical sunscreens that are free of Oxyebenzone and Avobenzone as pregnancy safe too. Research on this topic is still limited.
If you’d like to use a chemical sunscreen over a mineral sunscreen during pregnancy - do check with your doctor before usage.
Products mentioned:
⏺️ International Sunscreens
@fentyskin mineral sunscreen (this is available in @sephora internationally and in @bootsuk). I could only get the mini ones as the full size wasn’t available. This has a slightly pink tint to it and a dewy finish. Ideal for normal, combi to dry skin.
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www.boots.com/...
@supergoop sheer mineral sunscreen has a creamy texture but a matte finish,fit for all skin types.
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supergoop.com/...
⏺️ Sunscreens in India
@thedermacoindia tinted sunscreen has a silicone like finish and a peach tint. It will suit dry skin the most and gives a primer like finish to the skin.
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nyk0.page.link...
@deconstruct_skincare mineral tinted sunscreen that has a matte finish. It has photo-stable ingredients and provides slight coverage too.
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bit.ly/46TC0Fg
@qurezforyou sunscreen will suit oily to sensitive skin and gives a matte finish to the skin.
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@theearthrhythm mineral sunscreen has moisturising, ideal for dry skin. Takes a while to blend but the white cast disappears after sometime.
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