Do you put much thought into your sunscreen? Wearing a daily SPF is the number one thing you can do to prevent the signs of ageing (and obviously protect from even more serious consequences like skin cancer). Just as much importance should be placed upon choosing your daily facial sunscreen as you might do for any other skincare or makeup product you use. Let us help you discover a facial sunscreen you adore and one that works perfectly with your individual skin concerns in this article.
What to look for in your sunscreen?
When it comes to choosing a daily SPF, we recommend using a different formula to the one you use on your body. A facial sunscreen is really ideal for applying to (you guessed it) your face, because they come with a whole suite of other complexion sweetening benefits. You can also select a face sunblock specifically suited to your skin type, which isn’t an option when it comes to body sunscreens. Some other things to consider include:
- Fragrance: Does having a fragrance in your skin care products irritate or do you like it?
- Alcohol free: Especially important if you have dry skin.
- SPF 30 or SPF 50+: Consider how important this is to you versus the formula you select.
- Texture: Do you prefer a gel consistency or a cream?
- Finish- Do you prefer a matte, natural, or glowy finish?
Chemical vs mineral sunscreen formula?
There’s a lot of debate around what’s better to use, and the real answer is to choose the formula that works best for you. If you’re interested in learning more from an actual scientist, read this great article that breaks down the different UV filters available for sun protection.
4 Best Sunscreens in 2022
Here’s a roundup of our top 4 best sunscreens in 2022.
- Supreme Screen SPF 50+
If you’re looking for a moisturiser, primer and sunscreen in one, Supreme Screen from Ultra Violette is for you. It’s an SPF50+ formula that works for all skin types and promises to never leave the dreaded white cast. Thirsty skin will especially love this hydrating sunscreen enriched with kakadu plum which also has skin brightening super powers.
Features of Supreme Screen:
- SPF50+ formula
- No white cast
- Hydrating with kakadu plum
- Moisturiser, primer and sunscreen in one
- Clean Screen SPF 30
If you’re specifically searching for a mineral sunscreen, try Clean Screen SPF 30 from Ultra Violette. The formula is based on using a titanium dioxide UV filter and is well suited to more reactive skin types. With a super lightweight gel texture and a natural finish, those with oilier skin or acne-prone skin may particularly enjoy this one.
Features of Clean Screen:
- Fragrance-free
- SPF 30 formula
- Titanium dioxide UV filter
- Ideal for sensitive, acne-prone skin types
- Dream Screen SPF50 Tinted Veil
Changing tune – have you ever considered wearing a tinted sunscreen? We’re not talking as full coverage as a foundation, but rather a dewy, sheer-medium glow of coverage and UV protection at the same time. Dream Screen is ideal for daytime wear when you want to want a little bit of makeup polish, and want to stay protected from the sun. Choose from 11 shades that adapt to fit your skin tone.
Features of Dream Screen:
- SPF50 UVA and UVB protection
- Tinted sunscreen
- Lightweight serum formula
- Dewy, sheer-medium coverage
- Fragrance-free
- Works for all skin types
- Extreme Screen Body Sunscreen
Last but not least, we leave you with a beautiful hydrating body sunscreen. Extreme Screen has a lovely lightweight formula (a rarity in the sunscreen world) that is ultra hydrating at the same time. We like to use this as our daily body moisturiser/SPF at the same time and love the shimmery sheen it leaves in its wake.
Features of Extreme Screen:
- SPF50+ UVA & UVB protection
- Hydrating formula
- Smells great
- Glowy finish
- 4 hours water resistant
Ready to discover your new sunscreen in 2022? Remember sunscreen is just one way of protecting yourself from the harmful effects of the sun – so be sure to keep out of direct sunlight and wear a broad brimmed hat and sunnies!
