Is mineral or chemical sunscreen better for sensitive skin?

Mineral sunscreens (containing zinc oxide or titanium dioxide) are generally recommended for sensitive skin because they sit on top of the skin and physically deflect UV rays rather than being absorbed. Chemical filters like oxybenzone and avobenzone can cause stinging, redness, or allergic reactions in reactive skin types. However, newer chemical filters like Tinosorb S and Uvinul A Plus are much gentler and may work for moderately sensitive skin without the white cast of mineral formulas.