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There are a few non-negotiables when it comes to choosing a daily sunscreen.
Choosing an everyday sunscreen shouldnt be complicated, double board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Amir Karam tells Bustle.
It [has] SPF 30, and theAAD recommends an SPF of 30minimum.
It contains antioxidants like vitamin E that protect the skin from free radicals.
All in all, its a great option for all skin types and skin tones.
Her top sunscreen for everyday use isAvenes Solaire UV Mineral Multi-Defense Sunscreen SPF 50+.
Its also fragrance-free and water resistant for up to 40 minutes.
Best Nourishing Sunscreen
Aesthetic nurse practitionerTam Lamarretells Bustle that shes fan ofSkinMedicas Essential Defense Mineral Shieldfor facial use.
It is beautifully formulated to feel like a moisturizer.
This product is free of both fragrance and oil, and has an SPF of 35.
It also layers well with other skin care products and makeup.
So, in addition to protecting skin, it even repairs damage that was done in the past.
He likes that theyre also reasonably priced for medical-grade products, and they good offer water resistance, too.
The brandsactive sunscreenoffers 80 minutes of water resistance, which is the maximum number youll see on labels.
Best Tinted Sunscreen
ColorScience Sunforgettable Total Protection Face Shieldis another favorite of Lamarres.
It also come in Bronze which is a beautiful golden shade that blends beautifully with brown skin.
It is formulated to provide some coverage and a hint of golden shimmer.
I personally feel this could substitute a foundation when light coverage is needed, she says.
Its a creamy, tinted cream that works as sunscreen, coverup, and bronzer in one.
CoTZ was founded by a plastic surgeon, and all their sunscreens are mineral.
In fact, the name actually stands for Contains Only Titanium & Zinc.
I use [it] myself and on my young children.
The chemical sunscreen spray has an SPF of 50 and a water-resistant rating of 80 minutes.
I also love that it gives me my daily antioxidant protection and it wears so nicely under makeup.
Adeline Duff, Bustle beauty editor
No exaggeration, everything about Drunk Elephants tinted sunscreen is perfect.
(Literally, think your skin but better.)
