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

Looking for a sunscreen that will protect you from UV rays and blue light exposure? Here's some of our favourite picks that you'll love

HWBA: The best sunscreens to protect your skin all day, every day (sunscreen winners)
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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.

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.

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