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Finding the bestsunscreenfor face and body is one of the pillars of a goodskin-care routine.
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So yes, it may feel like a pain, but wearing sunscreen daily is 100% worth it.
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Yes, even if your makeup also has an SPF.
Yes, even if its cloudy or rainy.
And yes, even in winter.
Now that thats settled, we can move on to the next great divide: mineral versus chemical sunscreens.
In general, as SELF haspreviously reported, theres nothing inherently better about one or the other.
The best sunscreen for your face or body is the one youll actually wear.
Having said that, if you havesensitive skin, you may find mineral sunscreens to be less irritating.
If youve already got some sun damage (hello, sunburn from the spring breaks of yore!
), select a sunscreen that also contains antioxidants, which can help fight discoloration.
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One tester said:This was so good.
It has a bit of a mineral smell to it, but not too much like sunscreen.
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Bonus points, per the experts:This product contains derm-approved hydrators like glycerin and skin soothers like niacinamide.
Just so you know:Derms says that chemical sunscreen ingredients can be irritating for sensitive skin types.
One tester said:Ok, wow!
First of all, the name?!
I am really trying to do my best when it comes to sunscreen and this product is awesome.
I have used a lot of sunscreen and this is absolutely top notch.
I will be bringing this with me everywhere!
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Just so you know:Derms says that chemical sunscreen ingredients can also be irritating for sensitive skin types.
One tester said:If you have dry skin this moisturizer is an ABSOLUTE must!!
This gives a gorgeous sheen to the skin but does not feel greasy in the slightest.
It has no sunscreen scent, and it has a beautiful, lightweight consistency.
It has such a comfortable finish.
I especially love it for my neck.
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Chemical sunscreens can also be irritating for sensitive skin types.
One tester said:This is my new favorite sunscreen!
The product is really easy to apply, absorbs quickly, and leaves no white cast!
Definitely the most lightweight and sheer sunscreen I’ve ever tried.
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It’s so gentle, which is great for dry and sensitive skin.
It didn’t leave a white cast and had a pleasant scent to it.
I am really enjoying using this and will continue to purchase this when I can.
One of the better mineral sunscreens out there for those who care about skincare!
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I really, really enjoyed this.
Plus, it has this incredible blur effect that I havent been able to achieve prior.
Where are my pores?
Did they disappear into the Saie universe?
Testers were pleasantly surprised by how glowy, but not greasy, their skin felt after using this stuff.
Just remember, though, youll need to still layer on sunscreen under your makeup to get decentsun protection.
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One tester said:I really liked this product!
It applies nicely and leaves you looking really dewy, even, and fresh.
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Bonus points, per the experts:This serum contains derm-approved soothers like green tea and hydrating hyaluronic acid.
One tester said:I loooved this product.
My face felt really nice and hydrated afterit left no sheen.
It smells like sunscreen, but hey, that’s sunscreen.
Excited to bring this to the beach this summer.
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It also has a physical zinc oxide sunscreen base that derms recommend for sensitive skin types.
One tester said:Love it!
Blends in really well for a mineral sunscreen, no white cast, and no reactions.
Will probably buy again!
SPF 35 is great, and I will keep this on hand for easy reapplication.
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I like the feel of it.
It’s a great way to accomplish both minor cover up and major sun protection in one fell swoop.
Testers with dry skin found it hydrating, without being overly liquidy.
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One tester said:Love this product!!
Also love that its in a spray form because it makes reapplication incredibly easy.
I have very dry skin and didn’t find the formula to be gloopy or drying.
Highly recommend as a beach bag must-have!
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Bonus points, per the experts:This sunscreen contains derm-approved hydrators like glycerin.
Chemical sunscreen ingredients can also be irritating for sensitive skin types.
One tester said:This is 100000% my new favorite sunscreen.
I always use spray sunscreens and this one is better than any that I’ve used before.
This sunscreen lightly mists your skin, covers a good amount of area when spraying and is actually clear.
With SPF 50 coverage, youll also get a lot of sun protection, swipe for swipe.
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Just so you know:This product contains vitamin E, which derms recommend avoiding if youre acne-prone.
One tester said:As a Black woman, I can be picky about my sunscreens.
I often feel like I am left too greasy or too chalky.
The Cetaphil Sunscreen stick actually works pretty well.
It was fairly easy to apply, although it does take a little pressure.
Once it is on my skin, I spend some time evening it out and rubbing it in.
Testers loved how convenient the small stick packaging was, and how easily the sunscreen melted into skin.
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Chemical sunscreen ingredients can also be irritating for sensitive skin types.
One tester said:This little sunscreen stick is so convenient!
I like that you could keep it in your purse and apply light touch-ups without getting your hands messy.
The product glides on easily and leaves a subtle shine.
The faint coconut scent is a nice touch.
