Have sensitive skin that gets irritated by sunscreens?  Avoid so-called “chemical blockers” containing ingredients like Mexoryl, Parsol 1789, Helioplex, PABA and Oxybenzone, and instead pick a “physical blocker” sunscreen that relies on titanium dioxide or, even better, zinc oxide.  Not only are titanium dioxide and zinc oxide effective against both UVA and UVB rays without irritating skin, they’re also considered safer by green watchgroups like the Skin Deep Cosmetics Database.

Two great physical blockers you might try: Blue Lizard Australian Suncream Sensitive Formula SPF 30 (with 5% titanium dioxide and 10% zinc oxide) and Neutrogena Sunblock Lotion Sensitive Skin SPF30.

 Congratulations to Fenix Cosmetics, who have just turned 10 years old!  Fenix is owned by a dear friend of mine, and is a wonderful line sold in dermatologist offices that’s specifically designed for sensitive skin.  (Bill Bakho created a sunscreen for a friend who had lupus, and couldn’t use anything on the market.  10 years later, here they are.)  Their latest product is the Tinted Vitalizing Moisturizer SPF15, and in honor of their birthday, Fenix is offering a special 40% discount to Jolie readers on all purchases: just enter Jolie NYC at checkout, and enjoy!