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STYLE | Beauty | Skin

Lightweight spray-on sunscreens to use in hot weather

Tip: make sure you spray generously for thorough protection

By Arissa Ha, Farisia Thang & Shazrina Shamsudin - 

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We all know how important sunscreen is in our beauty routine (be gone, sun damage!) but some of us don't like that sticky after-feel that some sunscreens or sunblock has. The good news? Spray-on sunscreens are now available on the market.

These have a one-up on convenience when it comes to their cream and stick counterparts. Of course, it’s only as effective as the amount you put on your face. If you don’t like the way typical sunscreen creams feel on your skin or the repetitive motion of having to rub it into your skin with your hands, then spray-on sunscreens are the alternative to your skincare routine. 

Every dermatologist and beauty expert will wax poetic about the importance of wearing sunscreen daily, even if you’re indoors. In case you needed the reminder, wearing sunscreen daily helps protect your skin from harmful UV rays and environmental pollutants, slows down signs of ageing, and even decreases the risk for skin cancer.

Here are 15 spray-on sunscreens that are lightweight and perfect for Singapore’s humidity. Plus, its spray function makes it easy for re-application whenever you need a little more.

UltraSun Very High SPF 50 Sports Spray Formula, $50.50(150ml)

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Whether you're someone who's sporty or always on the go, this sunscreen is made for you. Boasting an SPF50 formula, this sunscreen is also waterproof and offers speedy protection that is resistant to friction.

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KORRES Ginseng Hyaluronic SPF50 Splash Sunscreen, $36 (150ml)

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Made for those with fair or sensitive skin, the KORRES Ginseng Hyaluronic SPF50 Splash Sunscreen enriched with Hyaluronic Acid to attract moisture to the skin, helping to combat dehydration and dryness caused by sun exposure. But that's not all, in fact, the sunscreen also protects your skin against environmental aggressors to preserve a healthy-looking complexion too.

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Soleil Toujours Organic Sheer Sunscreen Mist SPF 30, $52 (177ml)

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Looking for a sunscreen that's formulated without oxybenzone or octinoxate – also known as one of the top few hormone disruptors in sunscreens – peep Soleil Toujours' Organic Sheer Sunscreen Mist. Infused with a unique blend of red algae, vitamin C ester, vitamin E and bisabolol, the sunscreen helps to reduce UV-induced damage, prevents loss of firmness, increases skin smoothness and decreases wrinkle depth.

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Caudalie Milky Sun Spray SPF 50, $38 (150ml)

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Achieve that glorious tan while protecting your skin with Caudalie's Milky Sun Spray. Formulated with SPF 50, the Milky Sun Spray helps to moisturise and soothe sensitive skin, and it can even b e used on the face and body. What's more, it is also highly biodegradable and non-toxic for the marine ecosystem too!

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Supergoop! PLAY Antioxidant Mist With Vitamin C Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 50 PA++++, $32 (177ml)

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A setting mist, but better! The Supergoop! PLAY Antioxidant Mist with Vitamin C Broad Spectrum Sunscreen hydrates your skin and makes it look more radiant while providing SPF 50 protection.

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La Roche Posay Anthelios SPF 50 UV Face Mist, $26.90 (75ml)

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Formulated to be gentle, the La Roche Posay Anthelios SPF 50 UV Face Mist dispenses as a lightweight, fine mist that refreshes skin while protecting it against damaging ultraviolet rays.

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ORBIS Sunscreen Cool Shower, $26 (60ml)

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Ideal for hot weather, the ORBIS Sunscreen Cool Shower instantly cools the skin down and offers a high SPF rating of 50. Perfect for bringing it along for outdoor sports or when you’re chilling by the beach.

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Lancaster Sun Sport Invisible Mist, $30.88 (125ml)

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The Lancaster Sun Sport Invisible Mist Wet Skin Application Progressive Tan goes on completely invisible to give your skin adequate protection against UV rays.

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Neutrogena CoolDry Sport Sunscreen Broad Spectrum Spray SPF50+ PA+++, $26.90 (155g)

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Drying to a matte finish, the Neutrogena CoolDry Sport Sunscreen Broad Spectrum Spray is perfect for those who hate the sticky feeling that some sunscreens leave behind.

innisfree Perfect UV Protection Spray SPF 50+ PA+++, $19 (100ml)

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The innisfree Perfect UV Protection Spray is small enough to slip into your purse so there’s no excuse not to touch up on your sun protection every two hours.

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DrGL Sun Protection Mist SPF29 PA+, $88 (80ml)

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The DrGL Sun Protection Mist has to be one of the most comfortable sunscreens to use. Dispensing as a fine mist, it simultaneously hydrates and protects.

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Bioré UV Perfect Spray SPF50+ PA++++, $10.90 (75g)

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Bioré is one of the beauty companies that’s always innovating and improving their formulas. Besides the Bioré UV Perfect Spray, which is handy to bring along for touch-ups, the UV Rich Aqua Watery Gel is one of our go-to for use underneath makeup.

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Anessa Perfect UV Spray Sunscreen Aqua Booster SPF 50+ PA++++, $32.90 (60 g)

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The Anessa Perfect UV Spray Sunscreen Aqua Booster is a lightweight spray-on sunscreen that leaves an invisible veil of protection against the sun.

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Pixi Sun Mist, $37 (80ml)

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Formulated with calming ingredients like chamomile, aloe vera and bamboo extracts, the Pixi Sun Mist soothes and hydrates skin while protecting it at the same time.

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Bioderma Hydrabio 2-in-1 Moisturizing Anti-UV Mist SPF 30, $35.50 (40 ml)

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The Bioderma Hydrabio 2-in-1 Moisturizing Anti-UV Mist feels like nothing on the skin and leaves no white residue behind. Plus, it’s relatively small size means it’s great to leave on your desk or slip into your purse for a quick sun protection touch up.

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This article was first published in The Singapore Women's Weekly.

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