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8 Best Face Sunscreens

Wearing SPF is absolutely essential if you want to avoid skin cancer and premature skin aging. And we can probably all agree we want to avoid those things.But we get it: some sunscreens just don’t agree with our skin. Some are goopy, hard to rub in, and impossible to wash off. Some leave you looking like Casper the Friendly Ghost. And some can mess with your skin — causing acne, irritation, or dryness — or make your eyes burn like hell when you sweat. But the worst part? Some sunscreens just don’t get the job done and leave you with a sunburn even though you tried to do everything right.

Pricing guide

$ = under $15
$$ = $15–$30
$$$ = over $30

Best dermatologist-recommended face sunscreen

La Roche-Posay Anthelios Mineral Ultra-Light Fluid Broad Spectrum SPF 50

Price: $$$
Size: 1.7 fl. oz.
SPF: 50
Sunscreen type: mineral
Main/active ingredients: zinc oxide, vitamin E
Broad spectrum: yes
Water resistant: up to 40 minutes

La-Roche-Posay Anthelios is essentially the kale of the sunscreen world. It’s recommended by doctors, slightly more expensive than you’d like, and not particularly tasty — but you know it’s good for you, so you drop a few extra dollars on it.

For more than 30 years, the Anthelios line has been a staple for sun-sensitive or generally sensitive skin. It’s oil-free and will even help absorb shine-inducing, pore-clogging oil. If you have lighter skin or have dealt with heat rash or sun sensitivity, this one could be a game-changer for you.

And though it contains vitamin E, this option doesn’t really double as a facial moisturizer — so you might still need a layer of lotion underneath this one.

Reviewers with sensitive skin agree that this is the GOAT of face sunscreens. It spreads easily and is lightweight enough to wear under makeup. And if you want to skip makeup altogether, you can opt for the tinted version for a *chef’s kiss* alternative to foundation.

Pros

great for ultra-sensitive skin
ultra-light, fluid consistency
fragrance- and essential-oil free

Cons

expensive and can be hard to wash off
still need a daily moisturizer

Best body and face sunscreen

Bare Republic SPF 30 Sunscreen Spray

Price: $
SPF: 30
Size: 6 fl. oz.
Sunscreen type: mineral
Main/active ingredients: zinc oxide, glycerin, tocopherol (vitamin E)
Broad spectrum: yes
Water resistant: no

“Is this all rubbed in?” will become a thing of the past with this sunscreen spray. It goes on smoothly, dries quickly, and doesn’t feel greasy.

The natural coconut-mango scent will take your brain to a nearby beach, even if you’re just lying on a towel in your backyard.

Reviewers say the sunscreen smells good enough to eat but complain that it’s got a thick, rubber-like consistency that makes it tough to rub into the skin. The glue-like feel makes it a bad choice for layering under makeup. But overall, fair-skinned folks say it’s a super protective option and appreciate that it doesn’t leave a serious white cast on their skin.

FYI: Spray sunscreens are convenient, but you still need to rub them in to make sure you’re getting 100 percent covered.

Pros