The 10 Best Powder Sunscreens of 2023

At the risk of sounding like a broken record, sunscreen is an absolute must. And, thankfully, it’s evolved past the goopy, sticky, greasy, ultra-white iterations from childhood. With options like tinted creams, foundations laden with SPF, and sunscreen-filled blushes and bronzers, we’re able to wear (and reapply) SPF every single day. One of our favorite innovations as of late is powder sunscreen—an easy-to-apply form of sunscreen that mimics the texture of setting powder.

Most formulas come with a built-in brush for mindless reapplication and portability, but others are found in compact form. To help you narrow down the best powder sunscreen options on the market, we did a deep dive into the topic and tapped a few knowledgeable experts for their thoughts. We considered types of sunscreen—either mineral (aka physical) or chemical—as well as the level of SPF protection, whether or not the formulas are tinted, and what size each comes in. The result: a list of the best powder sunscreens money can buy.

BEST CLEAN: jane iredale Powder-Me SPF® 30 Dry Sunscreen

Board-certified dermatologist Dr. Lian Mack previously keyed us into this product as an option that’s not only great for your makeup, but it feels better than a sticky lotion or oily spray. The product offers SPF 30 sun protection and won’t irritate sensitive skin—thanks to the fact that the brand skips out on fragrances and sulfates but leans on a whole slew of ingredients like pomegranate fruit and eastern pine bark extract instead. No matter which of the four shades you choose, you’ll appreciate how the barely-there powder disappears onto the skin (or in hair, if you’d prefer to use it on your scalp!). Plus, we love that this formulation earned the Skin Cancer Foundation’s seal of approval.

Type: Mineral | Active Ingredients: Titanium dioxide | SPF: 30