Finding the best sunscreen to protect you from UV rays and blue light exposure can be tough, especially with the myriad of brands out there. Here’s our Her World Beauty Awards 2021 winners for the best sunscreen that will protect your skin.
DEPARTMENT / SPECIALITY STORE – EDITORS’ CHOICE
A lightweight, water- resistant sunscreen that doesn’t leave a white cast on skin, and gives amped up protection against UVA and UVB rays. It dries to a velvety, powdery finish, and doesn’t leave the face looking shiny. Ideal for exercise days or swim dates.
DEPARTMENT / SPECIALITY STORE – READERS’ CHOICE
With its gel-lotion texture, the light sunscreen both protects against UV rays, and hydrates skin. It also doubles as a makeup base. We like that it brightens the complexion without leaving a white cast.
DRUGSTORE – EDITORS’ CHOICE
The formula forms a film that blocks UV rays and pollution, while neutralising airborne particles to prevent skin damage. Lightweight and hydrating (up to 12 hours), it doesn’t leave a white cast and doubles as a makeup primer.
DRUGSTORE – READERS’ CHOICE
It protects skin even when in contact with sweat and water (it can withstand up to 80 minutes in the pool), and is friction-resistant. The extremely light and milky texture absorbs well and isn’t greasy. It also doesn’t leave a white cast or interfere with foundation application – no pilling. Ideal for those with oilier skin.
DEPARTMENT / SPECIALITY STORE – EDITORS’ CHOICE
The newly revamped formula is said to block 35 per cent of blue light to keep skin even and youthful-looking. The sunscreen is so lightweight it’s like a second skin, making us look forward to using it every day. Big plus: It doesn’t interfere with makeup application.
DEPARTMENT / SPECIALITY STORE – EDITORS’ CHOICE + READERS’ CHOICE
It creates a barrier over skin to prevent damage from UV rays, fine dust and blue light, while cooling and hydrating skin. Despite it being a slightly thicker lotion, it feels comfortable on skin. The texture is breathable and doesn’t feel like it would clog our pores even with our masks on all day.