The Best New Sunscreens Of 2022 To Protect Your Complexion
An easy guide to SPF, broken down into categories for you
When it comes to skincare, sunscreen is a non-negotiable staple if you want to keep signs of ageing at bay. But with so many new products to choose from, which should you pick?
We break down the best new SPF of the season into categories, so even the most sunscreen-averse will find something to love. From a water-resistant sunscreen to SPF that doubles a makeup primer, these are the ones to add to cart now.
Great for: Daily use
We love it because… It’s enriched with skin-loving ingredients like amino acid complex and vitamin B3 to lock in moisture and fight free radical damage.
How it wears: The lotion spreads easily and keeps our sensitive complexion well-hydrated throughout the day. It doesn’t leave a white cast and adds a healthy dew. We could also apply base makeup without waiting for the sunscreen to set.
Great for: Doubling as a makeup base
We love it because… It has a pleasant watermelon scent, and is packed with skin-caring ingredients like niacinamide and hyaluronic acid.
How it wears: The lightweight texture is a pleasure to use in Singapore’s humidity. It absorbs easily and gives complexion a soft, dewy finish.
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Great for: Enlivening dull-looking skin
We love it because… It not only protects against UV damage, blue light and pollutants, but also helps even out our skin tone.
How it wears: The soft pink hue leaves our complexion looking healthy and glowing instantly. Best of all, it’s not greasy – unlike other tone-up, brightening sunscreens that we’ve tried before.
Great for: WFH days
We love it because… The matte finish keeps excess shine at bay, leaving skin feeling fresh all day.
How it wears: Despite its mattifying properties, our sensitive and eczema-prone skin does not feel tight or irritated when using it.
Great for: Office wear
We love it because… Its skin-loving actives of vitamin C, niacinamide, panthenol, ceramide and Melasolv address free radical damage to keep complexion healthy, even and radiant.
How it wears: The soft cream applies easily, absorbs fast and keeps skin well-hydrated throughout the day. Plus, its subtle citrus scent instantly uplifts our senses.
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Great for: Outdoor activities
We love it because… It has a refreshing watery texture that leaves skin feeling reinvigorated. Bonus: It imparts an alluring, luminous sheen with no white cast.
How it wears: One of the most lightweight sunscreens of the bunch, it doesn’t leave skin feeling tacky or greasy, even when it’s reapplied.
Great for: Mask-wear
We love it because… It harnesses an Auto Booster Technology that provides stronger UV protection, even when in contact with sweat, water and humidity.
How it wears: It doesn’t leave skin feeling overly tacky, even with the heat and sweat while being outdoors with a mask on. It feels comfortable, and keeps the face well-protected.
Great for: Weekend errands
We love it because… It not only offers protection against UV and pollutants, but also gives a sheer coverage to conceal redness, blemishes and uneven skin tone. Comes in two shades.
How it wears: It feels lightweight on skin, with a velvet matte finish that’s great for maskwear. Just add a little concealer and loose powder, and you’re good to head out.
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Great for: Outdoor sports
We love it because… Besides protecting skin against UV damage, it contains a unique Sun Dual Care technology that uses beneficial sunlight to reduce signs of ageing.
How it wears: While there’s a subtle white cast upon application, it disappears quickly when massaged into skin, leaving a soft brightening effect.
This article originally appeared on Her World.