HWBA 2021: The best sunscreens to protect your skin all day, every day

Best sunscreen: Shiseido Global Suncare The Perfect Protector SPF50/PA++++, $65

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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.

Best sunscreen: Kose Sekkisei UV Gel SPF50+/PA++++, $32

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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.

Best sunscreen: D Program Allerdefense Essence SPF46/ PA+++, $40.90

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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.

Best sunscreen: Anessa Perfect UV Sunscreen Skincare Milk SPF50+/PA++++, $41.90

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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.

Best sunscreen with blue light protection: IDS Skincare S2 Non-tinted Sunscreen SPF50/PA+++, $73.83

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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.

Best sunscreen with blue light protection: Sulwhasoo UV Wise Brightening Multi Protector in Milky Tone Up SPF50+/PA++++, from $75

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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.