THE Ultimate 2022 SUNSCREEN GUIDE
Ask any dermatologist, facialist or skin care aficionado: wearing sunscreen everyday in non negotiable. As Summer nears (finally!) finding a formula you can stick to and reapply daily is not only important, but also necessary. Fortunately, I got you: we’re rounding up the best sunscreens for summer 2021.
I grew up in Miami, meaning a daily SPF ritual is essential. No exceptions. It’s a part of your life from day 1—whether you’re going to school, driving in the car, errands, whatever. I think my mom was the first person to drill this into me at a young age because I have early elementary school memories of applying Clinique sunscreen before going into the building. And let me tell you, this habit has continued to today. I do not go outside without applying sunscreen, snow, rain or shine and when I go to the beach, it’s always (ALWAYS!) with an umbrella.
When it comes to choosing the right sunscreen, I always look for something I can wear on my face that’s light, non-comedogenic (AKA won’t clog your pores) and at least SPF 45. During the day, I love wearing a CC cream or a tinted sunscreen as my makeup and if I’m going outside, prefer a spray for my body. Generally speaking, most dermatologists will recommend a formula that’s at least SPF 30. Just don’t forget to reapply every 2 hours.
Just in time for the summer, Here are my favorite face and body sunscreens, plus some tinted moisturizers with SPF—because at this point, it’s safe to say I know what I’m talking about.
the best face sunscreens
Looking for an everyday formula to wear under makeup? Look no further: there’s Supergoop’s Glow-inducing Sunscreen, Elta MD’s celebrity favorite and a SPF-packed mist (that’s right) that easily spritzes and protects a full face of makeup.
the best body sunscreens
Judging by the list here, it’s obvious I’m partial to easy spray bottles and skin-hydrating ingredients. I love the idea of a sunscreen oil, since it provides your bod with moisturizing properties while it protects as well as an easy-on-the-go spray formula that cools you down on a hot day.
the best tinted moisturizers with spf
Give your skin the gift of the tint: these not quite foundation-not quite serum formulas provide light coverage with the added bonus of SPF.