24 New Sunscreens You’ll Actually Want to Apply

Welcome to the new world of SPF, where broad-spectrum formulas are more elegant than ever before: clear and tinted zincs have finally eliminated the “white cast” grouse, and the addition of anti-aging actives turn lotions that were once reserved for beach days into potent skin-care treatments.

Best for Glowy Skin

Move over matte: These trending face formulas are infused with hydrators like ceramides and hyaluronic acid to give skin a luminous sheen.

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Supergoop! Glowscreen SPF 40 PA+++ ($36)

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VERSED Guards Up Daily Mineral Sunscreen SPF 35 ($22)

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Glytone Hydra Lipid UV Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40+ ($36)

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Solara Suncare Glow Getter Nutrient Boosted Daily SPF 30 ($32)

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TULA Skincare Protect + Glow Daily Sunscreen Gel SPF 30 ($36)

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Dr. Jart+ Every Sun Day Sun Fluid SPF 50+ ($39)

Best for Darker Skin Tones

New clear serums and tinted zinc up the SPF shade game, catering to a broader range of skin tones than ever before.

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Unsun Mineral Tinted Face Sunscreen in Medium/Dark ($29)

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EleVen by Venus Williams Unrivaled Sun Serum SPF 35 ($50)

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Flesh Sheer Flesh Hydrating SPF 35 Serum ($32)

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Sephora Collection x Avasol Tinted Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 in Tan ($18)

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CeraVe Hydrating Sunscreen Sheer Tint SPF 30 ($16)

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Australian Gold Botanical SPF 50 Tinted Face Mineral Lotion in Rich to Deep ($16)

Best for Full-Body Coverage

From sprays and lotions to milks and gels, these sunblocks deliver the UV defense our bodies need to keep burns at bay.

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bioClarity SunShady SPF 30 Mineral Sunscreen ($30)

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Sun Bum Mineral Whipped Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 ($18)

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CōTZ Sport SPF 45 Mineral Sunscreen ($27)

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Hint Reef-Safe Pineapple Sunscreen Spray SPF 30 ($18)

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Alba Botanica Wild Mint Clear Mineral Sunscreen SPF 45 ($17)

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La Roche-Posay Anthelios Melt-In Milk SPF 100 ($25)

Best for Layering Over Makeup

Powders and setting sprays are ideal for post-makeup protection and midday touch-ups; tinted balms can keep lips shielded, too.

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jane iredale Powder-Me SPF 30 Dry Sunscreen ($50; includes two refills)

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COOLA Makeup Setting Sunscreen Spray SPF 30 ($36)

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HABIT Nº41 SPF Mister ($30)

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Colorescience Total Protection Color Balm SPF 50 in Berry ($29)

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ZO Skin Health Sunscreen + Powder SPF 40 ($65)

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Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Face Mist Sunscreen SPF 55 ($13)