Skin-aging UVA is present year round, regardless of the weather, and it can penetrate through glass—including windows. That is why sun protection is essential, even as the mercury starts to drop.
Mix It In
This pearlescent liquid is said to be able to do it all: provide broad spectrum UVA/UVB protection, plus help to mitigate the effects of HEV light (aka blue light), infra-red radiation and pollution. moreover, you can use this reeffriendly formula alone, or mix a few drops into your moisturizer or foundation.
Coola Full Spectrum 360° Sun Silk Drops Organic Face Sunscreen SPF 30, $30 ml | $62
Two-In-One
This 4-in-1 tinted moisturizer looks like makeup, but acts like skincare. Blueberry extract helps brighten and combat signs of aging, while shea butter provides a feather-light feel on the skin for all-day moisturization. The broad spectrum SPF 30 sunscreen protects against UV rays and absorbs infrared light, while the carnosine works to visibly reduce sun damage. Available in 10 shades.
Rodan + Fields Radiant Defense Perfecting Liquid, 50ml | $76
Asian Wisdom
This product is a multi-purpose sunscreen that uses Asian botanicals to protect against the sun, while providing a youthful glow. It has a lightweight formula that uses bamboo sap, lotus flower and green tea that is great for sensitive
skin.
Amorepacific Moisture Sun Protector Broad Spectrum SPF 35 Sunscreen/Cream, 60ml | $86
Sunshine In A Bottle
How do you get enough vitamin d as you try to stay out of the sun? This organic and vegan supplement contains 1000 Ius of plant-based vitamin D2 derived from portobello mushrooms and made more absorbable with magnesium-rich quinoa and anti-oxidant-rich spinach.
Well Told Health Botanicals Vitamin-D, 62 capsules | $34
Powerhorse
This melt-in lotion is quickly absorbed, leaving the skin matte yet moisturized. Hypoallergenic, fragrance-free, paraben-free, non-comedogenic and non-greasy, it is suitable for use on the face and the body. Available in SPF 30 and 50.
Vichy Idéal Soleil Melt-in Lotion Clean Skin Feel SPF 30 & 50, 200ml | $29.95
Let’s Get Physical
For those who want to avoid chemical sunscreens but are wary about the tell-tale white cast of physical sunblocks, better options are available. In untinted and versatile tinted formulas, this silky and sheer physical sunscreen provides powerful broad-spectrum protection and a healthy glow. A moisture matte tinted version and a lighter weight clear-shield version is also available.
AlumierMD Sheer Hydration Broad Spectrum SPF 40 Sunscreen, 60ml | $48
Daily Dose
It is said that if you use SPF every morning, you can prevent 90 per cent of skin damage and aging. This lightweight facial sunscreen with SPF 50+ helps defend against uV rays and protects the skin from pollution and free radicals. This daily-use formula is non-comedogenic, absorbs quickly and leaves a matte finish.
Kiehl’s Super Fluid UV Defense SPF 50+, 50 ml |$47, 125 ml | $77
