Most people say that the trick to good skin is applying and reapplying sunscreen, but I have not been the most consistent sunscreen user for plenty of reasons. If you’re anything like me, your relationship with sunscreen might be best described as “complicated.” My skin is the diva of all divas: acne-prone, with a penchant for throwing a fit whenever I put on anything that might just clog my pores, not to mention the ghostly white cast mineral sunscreens leave. Do you know how hard it is to blend sunscreen into cystic acne?
Recently, I discovered a concept that sounded almost too good to be true: moisturisers that double as sunscreen. Now, I’ve heard and participated in the skepticism around makeup with SPF not cutting it as a stand-alone protector, but hear me out. The beauty world has evolved, ushering in an era of sunscreens so gentle, hydrating, and devoid of any Casper-the-friendly-ghost vibes, that they could easily moonlight as your favorite moisturiser.
These Sunscreens Moisturise & Protect
D’you Unkissed Sun Serum
The D’you’s Unkissed Sun Serum brings the future to the present with its serum-based, blue formula that vanishes into your skin faster than you can say “SPF.” Thanks to its patented capsule technology and a concoction of 14 plant extracts, this product doesn’t just protect, it pampers. Also, it doesn’t clog pores!
Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun: Rice + Probiotics
Beauty of Joseon’s Relief Sun cream is the skin calm you’ve been seeking, wrapped up in a bottle. With no white cast in sight and a formula gentle enough for the most temperamental skin types. This sunscreen is like a love letter to your barrier.
Belif UV Protector Multi Face Sunscreen
This multitasker aims to smooth, brighten, and protect in one go. With a silky texture that claims to fight the first signs of ageing and a colour that adapts to your skin, it’s a product that’s hard to believe until you try it. A personal favourite, this doesn’t just protect you from the sun but leaves you with a great glow that doesn’t clog your pores or trigger any breakouts.
Zinc Powder Sunscreen SPF50
If you have large pores and oily skin, this powder sunscreen promises to mattify your worries away. It’s a 100% natural, broad-spectrum shield against the sun, leaving you with a finish so matte, that you might just forget you’re wearing sunscreen.
Lancôme UV Expert Aqua Gel SPF 50
Enriched with Edelweiss flower and Moringa seed extract, this gel-based protector is as invisible on your skin as it is effective against UV rays. It’s the breezy, lightweight answer to your sun protection prayers.
Dot and Key Barrier Repair Sunscreen
Packed with ceramides, hyaluronic acid, and blueberry, Dot and Key’s sunscreen is like a hydrating hug for your skin. It not only promises to fend off the sun’s rays but also to repair and boost your skin barrier. Consider this the overachiever of sunscreens.
Beauty of Joseon Ginseng Moist Sun Serum
With 30% ginseng extract and a splash of niacinamide, this sunscreen serum is on a mission to protect and rejuvenate. It’s a potent mix for anyone looking to add a bit of energy back into their skin, along with robust sun protection.
EltaMD UV Clear Tinted Face Sunscreen
EltaMD’s tinted formula is here to tackle everything from UV rays to photoaging, all while offering a subtle tint to even out your complexion. It’s the multitasker that keeps on giving, proving that sun protection can also come with a side of beauty benefits.
CeraVe AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30
Developed with dermatologists, CeraVe’s AM lotion is the dependable choice for daily hydration and protection AND it has enough SPF to qualify as a sunscreen. Suitable for a range of skin types and packed with ceramides and hyaluronic acid, it’s the workhorse of your morning routine.
We all want products that work harder so we don’t have to and these sunscreens turned moisturisers are not just a nod to convenience, they’re a testament to the innovative strides being made in skincare!
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