Practice Safe Sun All Summer With These Editor-Approved Sunscreens

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Summer is approaching, and the sun is in full effect, so don’t forget the sunscreen! Summer weekends folks are flocking to the beach, the pool and in general enjoying the outdoors, but don’t let the sun get the best of you. Even though sunscreen should be a daily habit, during the summer when the sun is at it’s peak we should be ever mindful of taking cover by practicing safe sun.

To that end, we, as editors who haved tried dozens and dozens of sunscreens are here to share our picks for best in sun protection. Remember too that SPF is not just for your face, it’s for your body too! Don’t forget that the delicate skin on your lips needs sun protection also. Check out our sunscreen favorites below.

Best in Safe Sun Protection

Best Sunscreens for Your Face

SHISEIDO Urban Environment Fresh-Moisture Sunscreen Broad-Spectrum SPF 42 $38

More than a sunscreen, this cream protects skin from harmful UV rays and pollution while maintaining skin’s moisture for up to 12 hours. Its intensely moisturizing formula leaves skin with a dewy, radiant finish.

BIOSSANCE Zinc Sheer Hydrating Mineral Face Sunscreen SPF 30 $32

This ultra-sheer facial sunscreen blends seamlessly into skin, weightlessly moisturizes, and grips makeup for all-day wear with fragrance-free, broad-spectrum SPF 30 protection. Natural zinc oxide blocks harmful rays, while ectoin and butterfly ginger extract help strengthen skin’s barrier, lock in hydration, and prevent daytime damage.

DRUNK ELEPHANT Umbra Sheer Physical Daily Defense Sunscreen SPF 30 $36

Smooth, lightweight, 100% mineral sunscreens that deliver powerful SPF 30/PA+++ protection. Available in three sheer, skin compatible colors.

Apply your facial sunscreen with SUNSHADE Beautyblender Makeup Sponge $20

A limited-edition SUNSHADE makeup sponge that blends your sunscreen and makeup effortlessly—for a flawless finish every time. Make your SPF routine effortless with this limited-edition makeup sponge. Its unique shape and award-winning, exclusive material ensure an impeccable, streak free application and less product waste.

Best Sunscreens for Your Body

EVIE & KAY Neroli Nourishing Sunblock Body Oil 6oz. Sale $24.98 ~~$33.99~~

Our nourishing body oil SPF 50 is formulated with a protective blend of ingredients for a broad-spectrum sun protection Infused with Vitamin E and Argan oil to deeply nourish and hydrate the skin.

PIPETTE Mineral Sunscreen Spray SPF 30 $17.99

This water-resistant mineral sunscreen spray is a breeze to apply and blends effortlessly for broad-spectrum UVA/UVB protection. Made with 100% mineral non-nano zinc oxide and our proprietary, moisturizing sugarcane-derived squalane, this baby-safe sunscreen isn’t just a sunscreen for babies—it’s suncare and skincare for the whole family. This hypoallergenic SPF 30 mineral sunscreen is the easiest, quickest way to get full-body coverage—it goes on as a continuous spray and rubs in sheer—so outdoor adventures are that much simpler.

SUPERGOOP PLAY Everyday Lotion SPF 50 Face & Body Sunscreen $24-$68

A fast-absorbing, non-greasy sunscreen face & body lotion that hydrates skin & is water- & sweat-resistant for 80 minutes.

LIPS

BEAUTYSTAT C Lip Serum SPF 30 $15

A revolutionary mineral lip serum in two universal shades. Features L’Ascorbic Acid and peptides for hydration, plumping and brightening. Protects while delivering clinically proven results.

BLACK GIRL SUNSCREEN Make It Pop Sungloss Shades for Lips SPF 50 $13.99