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The 7 Best Sunscreens For Your Face

Dermatologist-approved formulas that will protect and nourish your delicate skin.

Wearing sunscreen daily helps prevent dark spots and fine lines but also, more importantly, helps prevent skin cancer. It is truly one of the most important aspects of skincare. That being said, finding the perfect sunscreen is not easy, especially if you have sensitive skin or are worried about breaking out. here, L'OFFICIEL has rounded up 7 dermatologist recommended sunscreens that are gentle on the skin and have the most reliable protection against the sun´s UV rays.

eltamd sunscreen in red and blue bottle
EltaMD: UV Daily Moisturizer

Hailey Bieber loves it, and dermatologists love it too. EltaMD's UV Daily Moisturizer is a hero product that acts as a sunscreen, moisturizer, and light tint all at once. Bieber said in a YouTube video, 'A lot of sunscreens make my skin break out, and this one has been my Holy Grail.' The dermatologist approved product helps calm and protect sensitive skin types, offers broad spectrum protection and gives a natural-looking tint.

La Roche-Posay: Anthelios Light Fluid Face Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 60

Perfect for sensitive skin, this La Roche-Posay facial sunscreen provides advanced protection in a lightweight, matte finish fluid. This sunscreen absorbs fast and has a powerful antioxidant complex, helping to protect skin from free radials caused by UV rays. The lightweight formula makes it ideal for layering under makeup.

la roche posay orange and white sunscreen
sunscreen in blue and orange bottle
Shiseido: Ultimate Sun Protection Spray Broad Spectrum SPF 50+

A convenient spray sunscreen, this liquid formula absorbs easily and is both water and oil resistant. This means whether you are sweating or swimming, this formula will keep your skin protected. With an SPF of 50+, this sunscreen offers a strong barrier against UV rays and is entirely dermatologist-approved.

SuperGoop!: (Re)setting 100% Mineral Powder SPF 35

On a hot summer day, it's easy to feel like half the sunscreen you applied earlier on in the day has simply vanished, and it mostly likely has, but reapplying a thick cream-based sunscreen might smudge your makeup. Perfect for reapplication over makeup, this Supergoop! mineral powder sunscreen not only has a sophisticated formula but also absorbs moisture and is easy to apply. 

supergoop sunscreen with applicator brush
tizo sunscreen in blue and white bottle
TIZO 2: Non-Tinted Facial Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40

For acne-prone skin, it's important to look for liquid sunscreens over thicker creams that won't clog the pores. This Tizo sunscreen, according to dermatologists, is gentle on acne and has a silky-smooth feel which is ideal for oily skin.

CeraVe: Hydrating Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30

One of the best mineral sunscreens, according to dermatologists, is this CeraVe hydrating sunscreen. It contains three essential ceramides that assist in restoring your skin’s natural barrier and locking in moisture, and has no trace amounts of oxybenzone, avobenzone, or benzene. This means this sunscreen is super gentle and perfect for sensitive skin.

cerave sunscreen in white and orange bottle
coola sunscreen in a blue bottle
Coola Classic Face Organic Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30

For those with dry skin, suncreen needs to combine protection and hydration—this Coola sunscreen does both. With plenty of antioxidants and plant-based oils, the formula is great for helping the skin organically repair itself. 

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