We’ve broken them down by ingredients (chemical vs. mineral), budget, and method of application
Photo-Illustration: The Strategist; Photos: Retailers It’s true that wearing any sunscreen at all is better than nothing — even more so if you make it part of your daily routine. But once you’ve crossed that threshold, there’s a whole wide world of sunscreen to explore. And we wouldn’t be the Strategist if we didn’t keep constantly searching for the newest and best sunscreens on the market. Below, our experts’ picks for the 14 best sunscreens at various price points.
Mineral sunscreens work by scattering light, using physical blockers like zinc and titanium oxide. Both are often recommended for sensitive skin because they don’t tend to be sensitizing. Zinc oxide is good for hyperpigmentation in particular, and is thus a favorite of dermatologists for patients with melasma. On the flip side, mineral formulas tend to be chunkier and pasty, presenting a challenge for deeper skin tones.
This sunscreen from Neutrogena came up most frequently, recommended by six experts we spoke to — including cosmetic surgeon Kenneth Rothaus; cosmetic dermatologist Sonam Yadav; aesthetician and founder of Skin by ASK Andrew Kelly; dermatologist Yoram Harth; and dermatologist Kenneth Mark. Its benefits are clear: It’s been around forever , it’s relatively inexpensive , and you can buy it pretty much anywhere.
Morrill told us she loves this sunscreen from La Roche-Posay for her face, which comes in both chemical and mineral formulations. Three other experts recommend it, too, with Harth saying, “I like the La Roche-Posay because it’s suitable for the face and body. It contains vitamin E, herbal extracts, and antioxidants to soothe stressed-out skin and shield you from the sun.” It has a lightweight, matte finish, so it goes on nicely under makeup too.
While this is gentle enough to use on your face, dermatological nurse Natalie Aguilar likes using it all over the body because it’s a “nongreasy SPF and will not leave oily residue all over your clothing.” Beyond that, it’s a reef-safe mineral sunscreen that’s also hypoallergenic. Additionally, it’s lightweight and sheer, so it won’t leave a white cast as long as you rub it in.
This spray-on sunscreen from Sun Bum is reef safe and comes in a variety of SPF levels, ranging from SPF 15 to SPF 70. In addition to being protective, it’s moisturizing and contains nourishing vitamin E, which has anti-inflammatory, skin-soothing properties. If you prefer compact-powder makeup, there is this one from SkinBetter. It’s a 100 percent mineral foundation with UVA and UVB protection that’s water resistant for up to 80 minutes. It also has an SPF of 68, making it the highest on this list. We’ve written about it before as it protects against blue light from our devices, and is a favorite of writer Kaleigh Fasanella, who has really sensitive skin.
As I said previously in my piece about the best sunscreens for dark skin, “Although dark skin does have some built-in sun protection , it’s still imperative to use SPF to protect it.” In addition to preventing skin cancer , sunscreen helps prevent hyperpigmentation caused by sun damage.
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