Think you only need to worry about sunburn during summer? Think again! The truth of the matter is that the majority of the UV damage we receive isn't always from spending an entire day at the beach. It's from your day-to-day activities—driving in your car, for instance—or during cooler days when sun protection is likely the last thing on your mind.
To keep your skin protected, experts advise to use sunscreen all year round. Make sure you're using a broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30, higher if you're outdoors. And remember, no matter how high the SPF, the FDA recommends reapplying sunscreen every two hours for optimal protection. For the best sunscreens to use all year round, we've compiled our favorites below.
1. EltaMD UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46 (1.7 fl. oz.)
Why We Love It: This sunscreen is not only the most searched sunscreen on Dermstore, it's also one of our top-reviewed products! And we're not surprised---this lightweight, oil-free, broad-spectrum formula features moisturizing hyaluronic acid and pore-refining lactic acid, making it perfect for those with acne-prone skin.
What Shoppers Say: “Great moisturizer with excellent SPF coverage. I apply it every day under my makeup. It’s very lightweight and not greasy at all.”
3. IMAGE Skincare PREVENTION Daily Hydrating Moisturizer SPF 30 (3.2 oz.)
Why We Love It: As with every other skin care product, finding a sunscreen that matches your skin type is a must. If you have dry skin, this product not only protects your complexion with zinc oxide, it also provides deep nourishment with DNA Protection Complex, a blend of ingredients that hydrate and soothe the skin. As a bonus, it also helps prevent free radical damage for added protection.
What Shoppers Say: “When I say I love this product, that's an understatement. I couldn't love it more! I was never good at wearing sunscreen daily until I started using this. I use it as my daytime moisturizer, so I always have SPF on. The texture and scent are lovely. It hydrates great, soaks in right away, and I'm not left with a white tint as long as I do a good job rubbing it in. I will definitely repurchase!!”
6. Supergoop!® Unseen Sunscreen SPF 40 1.7 fl. oz.
Why We Love It: If you’re not a fan of the gooey, white texture of most sunscreens, this weightless, scentless and oil-free formula is absolutely colorless, giving your skin a clear, matte surface that’s ready for makeup. Aside from UVA and UVB, this sunscreen also protects from blue and infrared light.
What Shoppers Say: "This sunscreen is clear, not white and goes on so smoothly! I love it too because I hate sticky sunscreens and this almost acts like a primer under my makeup. I have combination/sensitive skin and this did not irritate or break me out. I will definitely be purchasing this again!!"
8. Dermstore Collection Daily Mineral Sunscreen Sheer Tint SPF 40 (1.75 oz.)
Why We Love It: Shopping for a sunscreen that doesn’t leave a white residue can be challenging. Lucky for you, we created a facial sunscreen that won’t go on chalky. This lightly tinted, mineral-based formula blurs imperfections while protecting skin from harmful UVA and UVB rays. As an added bonus, this sunscreen can be worn alone or under makeup, doubling as a smoothing makeup primer.
