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You may be able to get away with just applying sunscreen to your face during the winter months, but summer’s combination of outdoor activities and long, hot afternoons means it may be time to add a new product to your protection arsenal. Choosing the right sunscreen depends both on your skin type and what you’re doing (shopping, hiking, etc.). Check out a roundup of our favorite SPFs plus the best new sun products launching this season.
Decleor High Repair After-Sun Face Balm: On those rare occasions when you stay outside too long or forget to reapply sunscreen, try a post-sun balm by Decleor. This 100 percent natural and preservative-free treatment helps alleviate burning sensations, reduce redness, and prevent early peeling with a combination of essential oils, including rose, chamomile, geranium, lavender, and jasmine. $42, decleorusa.com
Molton Brown Karanja Tree Sunshield SPF 30: Karanja tree seed oil from India has been used for centuries in Ayurvedic medicine. Molton Brown’s lightweight sunshield absorbs both UVA and UVB rays, has a matte finish—great under makeup—and a pleasant, subtle scent. Ideal for skin that burns easily. $48, moltonbrown.com
Lira Clinical Bio Solar Shield 30: Lira’s Solar Shield is an all-in-one daily moisturizer and sun protector. Bonus: It contains Lira’s stem cell technology, which protects and repairs skin and contains lightening agents to even out your skin tone. Suitable for skin affected by acne, rosacea and post peel. $36, Simply Moore, 3000 E. Third Ave., 303-399-4151, simply-moore.com
SkinCeuticals Sheer Physical UV Defense SPF 50: Combining broad-spectrum protection with a transparent formula, Sheer Physical UV Defense goes on smoothly. Perfect year-round alone or under makeup. $32, skinceuticals.com
Supergoop SPF 20 Gradual Self-Tanning Sunscreen Mousse: A sunscreen multitasker that hydrates the skin while protecting it from the sun—and lets you fake-bake all summer long. Supergoop’s mousse melts right into the skin, so it doesn’t leave behind residue on clothes. We also like the light, but fresh green tea and cucumber scent. $38, shop.nordstrom.com or barneys.com
Osmotics Age Prevention Sheer Facial Tint SPF 45: This daily SPF is the latest product from Colorado-based Osmotics, one of the best high-performance skincare lines around. The non-oily sunscreen provides UVA/UVB protection, spreads easily on skin, and gives a hint of color to hide imperfections. $39, osmotics.com
Coola SPF 35 Sport Sunscreen Spray: Active people need continuous sun protection. Coola is water-resistant, has a no-fuss spray application, and is organically formulated with vitamins, nutrients, and antioxidants. $32, coolasuncare.com
Decleor High Repair After-Sun Face Balm: On those rare occasions when you stay outside too long or forget to reapply sunscreen, try a post-sun balm by Decleor. This 100 percent natural and preservative-free treatment helps alleviate burning sensations, reduce redness, and prevent early peeling with a combination of essential oils, including rose, chamomile, geranium, lavender, and jasmine. $42, decleorusa.com
Molton Brown Karanja Tree Sunshield SPF 30: Karanja tree seed oil from India has been used for centuries in Ayurvedic medicine. Molton Brown’s lightweight sunshield absorbs both UVA and UVB rays, has a matte finish—great under makeup—and a pleasant, subtle scent. Ideal for skin that burns easily. $48, moltonbrown.com
Lira Clinical Bio Solar Shield 30: Lira’s Solar Shield is an all-in-one daily moisturizer and sun protector. Bonus: It contains Lira’s stem cell technology, which protects and repairs skin and contains lightening agents to even out your skin tone. Suitable for skin affected by acne, rosacea and post peel. $36, Simply Moore, 3000 E. Third Ave., 303-399-4151, simply-moore.com
SkinCeuticals Sheer Physical UV Defense SPF 50: Combining broad-spectrum protection with a transparent formula, Sheer Physical UV Defense goes on smoothly. Perfect year-round alone or under makeup. $32, skinceuticals.com
Supergoop SPF 20 Gradual Self-Tanning Sunscreen Mousse: A sunscreen multitasker that hydrates the skin while protecting it from the sun—and lets you fake-bake all summer long. Supergoop’s mousse melts right into the skin, so it doesn’t leave behind residue on clothes. We also like the light, but fresh green tea and cucumber scent. $38, shop.nordstrom.com or barneys.com
Osmotics Age Prevention Sheer Facial Tint SPF 45: This daily SPF is the latest product from Colorado-based Osmotics, one of the best high-performance skincare lines around. The non-oily sunscreen provides UVA/UVB protection, spreads easily on skin, and gives a hint of color to hide imperfections. $39, osmotics.com
Coola SPF 35 Sport Sunscreen Spray: Active people need continuous sun protection. Coola is water-resistant, has a no-fuss spray application, and is organically formulated with vitamins, nutrients, and antioxidants. $32, coolasuncare.com
