Ask any beauty expert and they will tell you that sunscreen is an absolute must when it comes to skincare. It not only protects skin against UV damage, which is the cause of premature skin ageing, but also helps prevent pigmentation and collagen loss. Here are the best sunscreens that keep your skin protected.
A staple in Japan, the lavender-tinted Sunplay Skin Aqua Tone Up UV Essence SPF50+ PA++++, $28 (80 g), comes infused with iridescent pearl powder to brighten skin while shielding it from sun damage.
Suitable for even the most sensitive of skin, the Cell Fusion C Cure Sunscreen 100 SPF 50+ PA++++, $44.90 (35 ml x 2), has a cooling formula to soothe and calm redness without causing any discomfort.
The Supergoop! 100% Mineral Matte Screen Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 40, $56 (45 ml), blurs pores and mattifies skin for a flawless finish, while providing broad spectrum protection against blue light.
Guard your skin against pollutants with Kiehl’s Dermatologist Solutions Ultra Light Daily UV Defense Aqua Gel SPF 50 PA++++, $56 (30 ml). This non-comedogenic sunscreen wards off environmental aggressors and stays put all day, even in our humid weather.
There’s no excuse for skipping out on sunscreen when you have the Sunplay Skin Aqua Super Moisture UV Mist SPF 50+ PA++++, $22.90 (150 ml). Incredibly easy to apply, it feels like nothing on your skin. It also sets instantly and doesn’t leave a white cast.
The Sunplay Sport UV Lotion SPF 120 PA++++, $17.90 (35 g), boasts a water and sweatresistant formula to keep you protected, and looking fresh throughout the day sans any stickiness.
Perfect for both face and body, the Supergoop! Play 100% Mineral Lotion SPF50, $53 (100 ml), uses a gentle blend of nourishing ingredients to keep skin hydrated and protected against harsh rays.