The must-have products for radiant skin in sunny Singapore

Want an even-toned, fair complexion? Then a good sunscreen is a must-have. They protect your complexion from harmful UV rays, which not only cause your skin to tan, but also results in dark spots. And if that’s not enough, sunblocks also prevent premature ageing so your complexion stays youthful for longer.

However, in a humid climate like Singapore, an extra skincare step can feel heavy on the skin. So we picked out the best sunscreens that feel weightless and blend effortlessly so you barely feel as if you have anything at all, but still retain a high protection level of protection so you don’t have to worry about sun damage or dark spots.

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This article was first published on Female.

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When the going gets tough (read: wetter), the protection strength of the refreshing gel-textured sunscreen goes up almost 24 per cent.

How it works: The negative ions in its formulation attract and bond with minerals in water and perspiration (the positive ions), creating a stronger and tighter layer that’s better able to protect against the rays.

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This works on both the inner and deeper layers of skin. For the inner layers of your skin, it has pure vitamin E and rose extracts that provide antioxidation, anti-inflammation and soothing benefits.

On the surface, its moringa extract supposedly provides an anti-adhesion and anti-penetration effect to ward off pollution particles.

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If you want fair skin fast, then this nourishing sunscreen is a must-have. It comes in two shades: Soft Glow (for natural radiance) and Soft Peach (it leaves a soft, rosy glow).

Both contain white cloud grass extract that supposedly reduces dullness.

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This lightweight sunscreen forms an invisible barrier to prevent harmful toxins and pollution particles from coming into contact with skin.

It also has amino acid and ferulic acid to neutralise free radical damage and enzymes from plankton and ocean bacteria extract to fight oxidative stress.

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This is infused with Noble Edelweiss extract, to fight age-inducing UV-exposure and protect against external stress factors, as well as a licorice-based herbal ingredient to brighten skin.

Together, it works to inhibit melanin production, improve skin clarity, hydrate, reduce dullness and even skin tone.

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This ultra-lightweight, water-resistant provides long-lasting protecting. It uses a Photo Stamina Technology by supposedly stopping the breakdown of sunscreen agents by converting the energy from UV rays into harmless light and heat and release them.

It also has Bulgarian rose essence, hyaluronic acid, angelica extract, turmeric extract and vitamin C to nourish, brighten and hydrate skin.

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This contains a hybrid UV shield that protects skin from sunburn-inducing UVB rays and deeply-penetrating UVA rays.

It also prevents pollution from adhering to skin and has lily extract to hydrate and fight inflammation.

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This gives you the benefits of both a makeup setting spray as well as a refreshing afternoon pick-me-up, but with the added benefit of UV protection.

A multi-tasking 3-in-1, it delivers broad spectrum SPF 50 protection with a matte finish, and contains optical diffusing silica silylate to control oil, reduce shine and deliver a matte finish.

Antioxidant-rich rosemary and mint also help to fight free radical damage.

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This fresh, lightweight sunscreen acts like an anti-pollution shield.

It also has an exclusive skin protection complex that is said to safeguard the integrity and function of the stem cells to reinforce skin’s barrier function.

This article was first published on Female.

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