The 15 Best Sunscreens for Daily Wear

We know daily sunscreen application can be annoying, but if you want healthy, youthful-looking skin, there’s no way around it. Luckily, the sunscreen industry has come a long way since the thick, chalky white SPFs of yore. From two-in-one primer SPFs to ultra-lightweight sunscreen serums, there are plenty of formulas that are a dream to apply and wear all day. Need a new daily go-to? These are our 15 favorite sunscreens for daily wear.

The sunscreens we love wearing daily

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Ultra Violette Supreme Screen SPF 50 ($36)

This new Australian brand made a big splash in the American market recently. Their Supreme Screen does it all—imparts 72 hours of hydration, protects skin from sun and acts as a primer.

• BUY NOW – $36

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Murad Superactive Mattifying Oil + Pore Control Moisturizer SPF 50 ($45)

Murad’s new SPF moisturizer launch is a home run for anyone with oily or acne-prone skin with mattifying, smoothing, pore-minimizing and blurring benefits on top of sun protection. I’ve been wearing it daily without any worries about my acne-prone skin flaring up.

• BUY ON MURAD – $45
• BUY ON AMAZON – $45

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Kiehl’s Better Screen UV Serum ($45)

This bestseller features collagen peptides that help correct early signs of aging while protecting against sun damage. A consumer perception study found that 94 percent of users agreed their skin was smoother after four weeks of use.

• BUY ON AMAZON – $45
• BUY ON SEPHORA – $45

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La Roche-Posay Anthelios UV Tone Sunscreen SPF 50 ($40)

If you have any discoloration, you need to add this new niacinamide-packed sunscreen to your routine. It protects skin and boosts radiance immediately while helping even tone over time.

• BUY ON LA ROOCHE-POSAY – $40
• BUY ON AMAZON – $40

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Vacation SPF 50 Super Spritz Face Mist Sunscreen ($22)

This mist is the perfect sunscreen to have on hand for reapplications throughout the day. It’s formulated for daily use and is perfect for spritzing over makeup for a quick hit of refreshment and protection.

• BUY ON VACATION – $22
• BUY ON ULTA – $22

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Naked Sundays SPF 50 CabanaClear Invisible Water Gel Serum ($40)

All the cool girls are wearing this totally invisible, super hydrating gel serum sunscreen. The formula is great for all skin types, including sensitive skin, and since it dries so quickly, you can even reapply it over makeup.

• BUY ON NAKED SUNDAYS- $40
• BUY ON AMAZON – $34

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Supergoop! Unseen Sunscreen Invisible Broad Spectrum SPF 50 ($38)

This invisible sunscreen has reached icon status for a reason. Not only does the formula protect skin, but it’s also a great primer and has been shown to improve skin clarity.

• BUY NOW – $38

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Neutrogena Invisible Daily Defense Face Sunscreen Serum ($22)

Hydrating and lightweight, this is a great daily sunscreen serum option. It protects skin against sun, cold, ozone and pollution while hydrating skin and boosting radiance.

• BUY NOW – $22

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Bubble Solar Mate Daily Mineral SPF 40 ($19)

This daily mineral SPF is a bargain and still boasts all the lightweight, sheer benefits you want in a daily sunscreen. The skin-loving formula also has brightening, hydrating and antioxidant benefits.

• BUY ON BUBBLE – $19
• BUY ON ULTA – $19

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Shiseido Urban Environment Sun Dual Care Oil-Free Broad Spectrum SPF 42 Sunscreen ($38)

City dwellers should grab this sunscreen that doubles as a primer and helps protect against UV rays as well as pollution. Users say it’s great at controlling sebum and hydrating skin to create a soft, matte look.

• BUY ON NORDSTROM – $38
• BUY ON AMAZON – $38

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TULA Skin Care Protect + Glow Daily Sunscreen Gel ($38)

This is a great year-round sunscreen option as it protects from sun, pollution and blue light. Not to mention, it also imparts a gorgeous glow.

• BUY ON AMAZON – $38
• BUY ON SEPHORA – $38

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EltaMD UV Daily SPF 40 Face Sunscreen Moisturizer ($40)

If you haven’t tried this classic dermatologist-loved SPF moisturizer, you’re missing out. Not only does it protect skin from UV rays it also helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles over time.

• BUY ON AMAZON – $40
• BUY ON DERMSTORE – $40

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Image Skincare Daily Prevention Pure Mineral Tinted Moisturizer SPF 30 ($54)

This antioxidant powerhouse protects skin from UV rays while boosting moisture and preventing early signs of aging from settling in. Its lightweight texture will make it an immediate favorite in your routine.

• BUY ON IMAGE SKINCARE – $54
• BUY ON DERMSTORE – $54

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Alastin HydraTint Pro Mineral Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 36 ($82)

On a low-key day, this tinted mineral SPF could stand in for BB cream. It imparts a soft, glowing appearance while protecting skin from sun, blue light and pollution. Hot tip: it’s especially great for post-procedure protection.

• BUY ON ALASTIN – $79
• BUY ON AMAZON – $82

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Eminence Daily Defense Tinted SPF 50 ($64)

This tinted mineral sunscreen offers broad-spectrum and blue light protection with a natural-looking finish and skin-loving ingredients like rosemary extract, prickly pear seed oil and rice bran extract for extra benefits.

• BUY NOW – $64