*These* Are The Best Powder Sunscreens To Reapply Over Makeup (2024)

It’s no secret that sunscreen should be applied every day—even when you're indoors, and even when it's cloudy out. But remembering to reapply throughout the day does get tricky, especially when you’re out and about. That’s where powder sunscreens come in really handy.

"A powder sunscreen is pretty similar to any other liquid formula, except, of course, the fact that they are a type of mineral-based sunscreen in a powder form,” says Anthony Rossi, MD, board-certified dermatologist and founder of Dr. Rossi Derm MD. And using them is super easy, too: Simply brush or pat it onto your skin as a quick and easy touch-up.

Here's a preview of the best powder sunscreens, per experts:

Beyond that, powder sunscreen is not only a great option for those who need to re-layer sunscreen over makeup, it's also helpful and convenient for those with oily skin, says Women's Health advisor Mona Gohara, MD, associate clinical professor of dermatology at Yale University. So if ease is a concern of yours, it's definitely worth considering adding a powder-based sunscreen to your daily skincare lineup. Below are the 12 best options recommended by dermatologists.

If you’re looking to add a powder sunscreen to your stash, board-certified dermatologist Alicia Zalka, MD, recommends Colorescience's powder SPF that has thousands of positive reviews. “It’s super portable which means no more excuses that you forgot your sunscreen," she says. "You can bring it everywhere. It's always in my purse—even in the winter.”

Dermatologist Hadley King, MD, recommends Isdin's mineral brush because the ingredients help to protect from more than just UV rays. "It protects against free radical pollution damage, blue light, and infrared radiation.” Even though it's a powder formula, it has a fine and silky finish on the skin.

Dr. Zalka also recommends this powder formula. It's a weightless SPF that comes in four different shades and can be worn alone or with makeup. It’s water-resistant for up to 40 minutes and contains a soft brush that makes reapplying the product a breeze.

Powders can get messy, but the compact tube this comes in allows for mess-free application (so you won't end up with a purse filled with powder). It effortlessly glides over makeup and doubles as a setting powder to reduce shine.

While most powder SPFs are meant to have a sheer finish, this pick from Dr. Zalka has a particularly transparent look on the skin, so you'll never have to worry about it leaving a white cast behind. The formula also has a matte finish, making it ideal for touch-ups on oily skin.

This silky tinted powder actually has hydrating, nourishing ingredients in it like glycerin and a variety of antioxidants—so it's a great option if your skin tends to run dry. Available in four shades, reviewers also enjoy applying it to areas other than their face, like their décolleté or scalp after a workout.

This powder sunscreen protects skin with a formula containing light-reflecting minerals that give off a radiant, glowy effect. It's also infused with fractionated melanin, an ingredient that adds a layer of protection against blue light from electronics in addition to the sun's rays.

Derma-E's SPF has garnered thousands of five-star reviews on Amazon. Not only is it affordable at under $20, reviewers love that the tint on it leaves skin with a healthy glow. The compact tube packaging also makes it easy to stick in your bag for easy access throughout the day.

This super-sheer powder glides onto skin, offering UVA and UVB protection with easy application. The matte finish makes it great for humid weather touch-ups. Reviewers across a wide range of skin tones love that it doesn't leave a white cast on skin.

See that super-fluffy purple brush head? It's not just pretty—it's also super gentle on kids' delicate skin, meaning they actually won't hate putting on and reapplying sunscreen over and over and over again. It's water-resistant, too.

Eminence’s mineral SPF is infused with vitamins A and E—ingredients that combat free radicals and sun damage. The water-resistant formula is available in either translucent or tinted shades, too.

If you're not ready to do a full powder or have more dry skin, Dr. Gohara suggests checking out a cream-to-powder formula. "Eau Thermale Avène's compact is perfect for a midday touch-up to absorb some sheen and add protection," she says. Plus, she loves that the tint makes it protective against blue light/visible light from your cell phone or computer.

“Apply it as the last step over makeup, a tinted moisturizer, or another SPF,” Dr. Zalka explains. “Brush it all over the face, neck, top of the chest, and backs of hands.” Always apply a generous amount to ensure you don’t miss any spots.

Even though powder sunscreens are great for adding protection to your skin, Dr. Rossi still recommends layering them with another sunscreen. ”As a dermatologist, I still like to encourage patients to use a mineral-based cream or physical sunscreens like titanium and zinc dioxide as a base under a powder,” he says.