Basking in the warmth of the sun, feeling its gentle rays on our skin, is one of life’s simple pleasures. But ensuring that our skin is well-protected from harmful UV rays often means reaching for our trusty bottle of sunscreen.
For those of us living a gluten-free lifestyle, there’s an added layer of consideration — is our sunscreen gluten-free too?
In this comprehensive guide to gluten-free sunscreens, we’ll delve into the importance of choosing gluten-free skincare products, understanding labels, and introducing you to some of the best gluten-free sunscreen brands in the market.
Get ready to enjoy the sun safely and confidently, knowing your skincare aligns perfectly with your gluten-free lifestyle. Let’s glow!
Gluten Free Sunscreen Brands
Please make sure to always double check the labels and packaging before applying. Or better, reach out to each brand directly to ensure that their sunscreen is gluten free because ingredients can change at any time.
So with that said, here are all of the gluten free sunscreens currently available that have been tested for gluten or are certified gluten free:
All Good Sunscreen
- all products are gluten free but the facilities to manufacture the products are not certified gluten free
Andalou Naturals
- all products are guaranteed to be gluten free
Australian Free
- all products are gluten free, vegan, and cruelty-free
Babo Botanicals
- Daily Sheer Mineral Tinted Sunscreen Stick SPF 50
- Sensitive Baby Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50
- Sensitive Baby Mineral Sunscreen Stick SPF 50
- Sheer Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50
- Sheer Mineral Sunscreen Spray SPF 50
- Sheer Zinc Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30
- Sheer Zinc Mineral Sunscreen Sport Stick SPF 30
- Sheer Zinc Mineral Sunscreen Spray SPF 30
- Super Shield Mineral Sunscreen Sport Stick SPF 50
- Swim & Sport Mineral Sunscreen Balm SPF 50
- Swim & Sport Mineral Sunscreen Spray SPF 30
Badger Sunscreen
- all sunscreens are certified gluten free
Banana Boat
- sunscreen products including kids contain zero gluten ingredients, but the brand cannot guarantee that they are gluten free
Blue Lizard
- sunscreens do not contain gluten
Cay Skin
- all products are gluten free but some are made in a shared factory that isn’t gluten free
Coola
- all sunscreen products are gluten free exceed Rosillance Tinted Moisturizer Organic Sunscreen SPF30
California Baby Sunscreen
- California Kids Supersensitive Tinted Broad Spectrum SPF 30
- Sunscreen Everyday/Year-Round™ Broad Spectrum SPF 30
- Sunscreen Everyday/Year-Round™ Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Sunscreen Stick
- (Super Sensitive™ Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Sunscreen (fragrance free)
- Super Sensitive Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Sunscreen Stick (fragrance free)
- Calendula Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Sunscreen
Coral Isle Reef Safe Sunscreen
- all sunscreens are gluten free, cruelty-free, and fragrance-free
Derma-E Sunscreen
- all products are gluten free
Dermalogica
- all products are certified gluten free
Fenty Skin
- all sunscreen and products are tested to be gluten free, even during the manufacturing process
Goddess Garden
- all sunscreens are gluten free except for Tinted Face the Day
Green Beaver
- all products are gluten free
Josie Maran
- gluten free, vegan, and cruelty-free
Juice Beauty
- all products are gluten free
Kinesys
- all products are gluten free
Kiss My Face
- all sunscreens are gluten free
La Roche Posay
- Anthelios Clear Skin Oil Free Sunscreen SPF 60
- Anthelios Gentle Lotion Kids Sunscreen SPF 50
- Anthelios SPF 50 Gentle Lotion Mineral Sunscreen
- Anthelios UV Correct Face Sunscreen SPF 70
- Anthelios Melt-In Milk Sunscreen for Face and Body
- Anthelios Lotion Spray Sunscreen SPF 60
- Anthelios Ultra Light Fluid Sunscreen SPF 60
- Anthelios Cooling Water Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30
- Anthelios Melt-In Milk Sunscreen SPF 60
- Anthelios AOX Antioxidant Serum with SPF 50 Sunscreen
Love Sun Body
- all products are gluten free
Rocky Mountain
- all sunscreens are gluten free
Salt and Stone
- Lip Balm SPF30 is gluten free
Shiseido
- no products contain gluten or wheat
Sonrei
- all sunscreens are gluten free
Sun Bum
- all products are gluten free
Suntegrity
- all products are gluten free
Supergoop!
- all sunscreens are gluten free but they are not made in a gluten free facility
Thinkbaby
- all sunscreens are gluten free
Thinksport
- all sunscreens are gluten free
Trader Joes
- Trader Joe’s Sunscreen Spray SPF 50
- Trader Joe’s Daily Facial Sunscreen SPF 40
Vanicream
- all products have been tested to be gluten free
Vinchy
- all fragrance-free sunscreen products are gluten free
Some Ingredients to Avoid When Buying Sunscreen
Here are some potential gluten-containing ingredients that you may want to avoid:
- Avena Sativa (oats)
- Barley
- Beta Glucan
- Dextrin Palmitate (can be derived from wheat, check source)
- Hydrolyzed wheat gluten / wheat protein
- Oats
- Palmitoyl hydrolyzed wheat protein
- Potassium cocoyl hydrolyzed wheat protein
- Rye
- Tocopherol (can be derived from wheat, check source)
- Triticum Vulgare
- Wheat
- Wheat Germ
- Wheat Starch
- Vitamin E (varies)
Always check with your doctor or dermatologist when trying to find a suitable sunscreen that fits your lifestyle.
Also since we are talking about bad ingredients in sunscreens, here are some chemicals that the FDA has deemed unsafe:
- Avobenzone
- Homosalate
- Octinoxate
- Octocrylene
- Octisalate
- Oxybenzone
How much does gluten free sunscreen cost?
It’s truly pretty difficult to determine if a gluten free sunscreen is more expensive or cheaper than a normal one but in all honesty, you can find a gluten free sunscreen that fits your protection needs and budget.
Final Thoughts
And there you have it – a list of the more popular gluten free sunscreen brands and products currently available.
We’ve explored not only the importance of sun protection, but also the peace of mind that comes from knowing your skincare products align with your gluten-free lifestyle. Because at the end of the day, it’s not just about avoiding gluten in your diet, it’s about making sure that it doesn’t sneak in through unexpected avenues like skincare and sunscreens.
As you head out into the sunshine, armed with knowledge and the right sunscreen, remember to reapply as directed to keep your skin safe. Keep an eye out for the wonderful gluten-free brands like Sun Bum or Trader Joes that we’ve highlighted. They are leading the way in offering products that cater to everyone’s needs.
Hope this helps!
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