20/03/2026
☀️ Physical vs Chemical Sunscreen — What’s the Difference?
Physical (Mineral) Sunscreen 🪨
Uses zinc oxide or titanium dioxide to sit on top of the skin and reflect UV rays.
✔ Starts working immediately
✔ Gentler for sensitive skin
✔ Reef-safe options available
⚠️ Can leave a white cast
Chemical Sunscreen 🧪
Absorbs UV rays and converts them into heat inside the skin.
✔ Lightweight, invisible finish
✔ Easier to layer under makeup
⚠️ Needs ~15 minutes before sun exposure
⚠️ May irritate sensitive skin
✨ Best sunscreen? The one you’ll wear every day!