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Mineral vs chemical vs hybrid sunscreen: what's your pick?

One sunscreen debate never dies: mineral vs chemical. Here's what usually comes up in communities.

Mineral (zinc oxide, titanium dioxide)

  • Popular with sensitive skin or people whose eyes sting easily
  • White cast and heaviness used to be the main complaints, though many say newer formulas are much better

Chemical (organic UV filters)

  • Many prefer them for daily wear thanks to the light, clear finish
  • Some report stinging eyes or skin, so experiences vary a lot

Hybrid

  • Mixes both to balance feel and protection
  • Especially common among Korean sunscreens

The shared conclusion

  • Rather than one type being superior, most people say the best sunscreen is the one you'll apply generously every day

Poll

Which type of sunscreen do you mostly use?

  1. Mineral (zinc/titanium)
  2. Chemical (organic filters)
  3. Hybrid
  4. I do not care about type, only texture

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Tell us why you chose it, or your holy-grail type, in the comments!

#MineralSunscreen #ChemicalSunscreen #Sunscreen #SensitiveSkin

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