All-natural Sunscreen Products

Sunscreens are important skincare products that can preventing early signs of aging like skin discolorations and wrinkles, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center. Unfortunately, some sunscreens contain irritating chemicals that may bother your skin, so opt for a natural and gentle sunscreen product instead. Skincare expert Paula Begoun warns that there's no guideline or standard for what "natural" means, so choose a natural sunscreen that's been vetted by industry experts to be sure that you're getting a beneficial product.

Aubrey Organics Green Tea & Ginkgo Moisturizer SPF 15

Aubrey Organics' sunscreen is formulated with a variety of sunscreen ingredients--it meets the minimum SPF recommendations set by the American Cancer Society--and all-natural herbal extracts, according to Begoun. This includes certified organic green tea extract, which may help reduce damage attributed to free radicals, and organic jojoba oil that can help moisturize your skin. Additional natural moisturizing power comes from vegetable glycerin, oat protein and shea butter, while the manufacturer uses vitamin-based preservatives to keep the sunscreen from spoiling.

BareMinerals Natural Sunscreen SPF 30

BareMinerals' natural sunscreen was ranked as one of the best summer protection products by "Marie Claire" magazine. It has twice the minimum SPF rating recommended by the American Cancer Society. It's made from all-natural mineral pigments that have natural sun-protecting effects, plus skin-conditioning ingredients like aloe leaf extract and vitamin E.

The Body Shop Seaweed Mattifying Moisture Lotion SPF 15

The Body Shop's sunscreen comes formulated with natural seaweed extract and is best for combination or oily skin, according to Begoun. The seaweed's minerals and vitamins help condition your skin while the sunscreen blocks out both UVB and UVA rays. Additional beneficial natural ingredients include acacia gum, vitamin E and hydrolyzed wheat protein.

Jason Naturals Sunbrellas Mineral Based Sunblock

Jason Naturals formulates its sunblock with natural sunblocking minerals instead of sunscreen chemicals. The beauty editors of "InStyle" magazine called it one of 2010's summer essentials. The zinc oxide and titanium oxide minerals effectively screen out UVA and UVB rays, while natural moisturizers like castor oil help to hydrate your skin's surface.