8 Best Face Sunscreens

Best face sunscreen for oily skin

Vichy Laboratoires Capital Soleil SPF 60 Soft Sheer Sunscreen Lotion

Price: $$$
SPF: 60
Size: 5 fl. oz.
Sunscreen type: chemical
Main/active ingredients: avobenzone, homosalate, octisalate, octocrylene, glycerin, vitamin E
Broad spectrum: yes
Water resistant: up to 80 minutes

This sheer formula feels ~luxe~. The oil-free lotion absorbs rapidly, providing a dry-touch finish and a thoroughly nonshiny face. Unless you’re in the supporting cast of “Beauty and the Beast,” a shiny face doesn’t have to be on your vacation itinerary.

Plus, it’s oil-free, noncomedogenic, and allergy-tested, so it really does work wonders for oily and acne-prone skin. Just remember to reapply regularly, since it’s only water-resistant for up to 80 minutes.

Some reviewers say the product is blendable while others complain it can leave a greasy, white film behind. Another person says they like the sunscreen’s slight tint so much, they don’t wear makeup when using it.

Pros

delivers a matte effect
moisturizing ingredients (glycerin and vitamin E)
noncomedogenic

Cons

can leave a white film behind on darker skin tones
contains fragrance and alcohol, which can cause irritation for peeps with sensitive skin

Best face sunscreen for dry skin

La Roche Posay Toleriane Double Repair Facial Moisturizer with SPF

Price: $$
SPF: 30
Size: 2.5 fl. oz.
Sunscreen type: chemical
Main/active ingredients: avobenzone, homosalate, octisalate, octocrylene; glycerin, vitamin E, ceramides, niacinamide
Broad-spectrum: yes
Water resistant: no

If you’re constantly trying to choose between adequately moisturized or UV-protected skin, this one’s for you.

This moisturizer/SPF combo is absolutely LOADED with moisturizing ingredients that can help hydrate your skin. In addition to glycerin and vitamin E, it contains ceramides and niacinamide — both of which are excellent moisturizers that help repair your skin’s barrier. Niacinamide is also known for reducing acne, hyperpigmentation, and the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

Reviewers are obsessed with this stuff, saying they love how well it protects their skin while keeping it moisturized. Reviewers with eczema and rosacea are also big fans.

Pros