Protect The Skin You're In: SPF Skincare Product Roundup

Summertime brings with it long, sunny days spent outdoors at the beach, at the pool and at the park, and while proper SPF skincare is essential year-round, it's never more important to protect your skin than while outside in the summer sunshine. To make your SPF skincare a snap this summer, we've rounded up some of our favorite sunscreens, balms, makeup, and after-sun repair products, all designed to protect your skin from those harsh rays. Check out the list below!

1. Bioelements RayDefense SPF 30
Bioelements RayDefense SPF 30 offers a broad spectrum formula for an active, outdoor lifestyle and prolonged sun exposure protection. Sun-smart technology provides a dominant defense against the UVA and UVB rays that can came early skin aging. Lightweight and hydrating, it protects without adding shine, and works on all skin types, including sensitive skin. Used by estheticians to finish a professional facial, RayDefense includes no artificial colorants, no synthetic fragrance, and is cruelty-free.
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2. Babo Botanicals Clear Zinc Sport Stick SPF 30
Babo Botanicals' Clear Zinc Sport Stick is an all-natural, fragrance free, broad spectrum UVA/UVB sunscreen for babies and kids. The handy stick shape makes application easy - even on squirmy kids - and works well for face, lips, nose, ears and extra sensitive skin. [pagebreak]

3. Bodyography Sun Defense Tinted Moisturizer
This mineral formula helps to protect skin from the sun's harmful rays while perfecting overall appearance. The mineral trace complex allows vitamins and minerals to penetrate the skin's surface for a healthy, glowing complexion, while active ingredients Octinoxate and Titanium Dioxide work to prevent sunburn. A professional grade brush top applicator allows flawless application. [pagebreak]

4. Declēor Paris Aroma Sun Expert Soothing After-Sun Milk
Skin that has been exposed to the sun needs intense nourishment and repair. Formulated with nutritious plant extracts, including Wild Mango Butter, Jujube Fruit, Argan Oil and more, Declēor Paris Aroma Sun Expert's Soothing After-Sun Milk helps to immediately soothe and restore the skin's hydration level, repair damage caused by the sun, and nourish the skin to ensure a glowing and even tan. Its non-greasy and non-sticky texture is combined with a delightful summer fragrance with fresh and sensual notes. [pagebreak]

5. Environ Sun Care Sunscreen SPF 25
This broad spectrum, fragrance-free SPF 25 sunscreen contains antioxidants to promote healthy skin. Micronized Titanium dioxide provides a transparent barrier against UVA/UVB rays, while the unique phyto-complex works to improve the appearance of fine lines. [pagebreak]

6. Erbaviva Sunscreen SPF 30
This completely natural, broad spectrum sunscreen offers the highest SPF possible without the use of synthetic ingredients. Key ingredients, such as aloe leaf juice, castor oil, chamomile flower oil, lavender oil and jojoba oil, work alongside zinc oxide to protect against UVA and UVB rays without leaving streaks. The all-natural formula is perfect for adults and kids alike. [pagebreak]

7. Dermalogica After Sun Repair
Dermalogica's After Sun Repair is a cooling treatment balm to help remedy damage from exposure to UV sunlight. Lightweight gel helps calm skin and reduce irritation induced by sunburn, and can even be used as a post-waxing treatment to help cool and soothe skin. Prickly-Ash and a unique blend of Clove Extract, Licorice, Mugwort, Lavender, Cucumber, Chamomile and Yucca soothe and repair, while Algae Extract and Alnus Firmifolia Fruit help restore lost moisture to accelerate skin's recovery process. [pagebreak]

8. Éminence Organic Sun Defense Mineral Powder
Éminence Sun Defense is a natural, clean and chemical-free way to protect skin from the harmful effects of the sun. The translucent Mineral Powder for men and women offers effective SPF 30 sun protection, while perfecting complexion. The water-resistant formula is loaded with Bioflavonoids as well as Vitamins A, C and E, is hypoallergenic for all skin types, free of chemicals, perfumes, talc and dyes, oil-free, anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and will not clog pores. [pagebreak]

9. Epicuren Discovery Zinc Oxide Perfecting Sunscreen SPF 27
This whipped, antioxidant-rich sunscreen not only helps to prevent sun-related skin damage, like premature aging and hyperpigmentation, but also actively works to perfect common skin issues, such as dark spots and uneven skin tone. The all-mineral, fragrance-free, translucent zinc formula offers natural protection with zinc particles that remain on the surface of the skin to provide a physical barrier from harmful UVB and UVA rays. [pagebreak]

10. Oasis Body 24 Hydrator
This lightweight, oil-free moisturizer is clinically proven to replenish skin for 24 hours, for all day hydration. Bioactive Seawater renews the skin with essential minerals, enzymes and antioxidants, while MariMoist technology draws moisture to the skin's surface and time-release Phospholipid Microspheres deliver 24-hour hydration. Hydrating Marine Blend and Sea Mineral Complex rapidly replenish depleted skin with fast-absorbing nutrients. [pagebreak]

11. Keeki Pure & Simple Sunscreen SPF 45
This sunscreen provides advanced broad spectrum protection without any harsh chemicals, and is paraben-, phthalate-, and gluten-free, vegan, and not tested on animals. The super clean formula, loaded with tons of organic ingredients, will keep skin hydrated and nourished while offering powerful anti-UVA/UVB protection. The convenient pump makes this the perfect sunscreen to take on-the-go, and, best of all, it smells as good as banana creme pie!  [pagebreak]

12. (MALIN + GOETZ) SPF 30 Face Moisturizer
The broad spectrum SPF 30 in this face moisturizer helps protect against sun damage while green tea antioxidants provide protection against environmental toxins and free radicals. The gentle formula offers moisture and balance for all skin types, and has a natural fragrance and color, making this the perfect everyday facial moisturizer. [pagebreak]

13. Murad Essential-C Sun Balm SPF 35
Powerful SPF protection in a convenient stick allows quick and easy application, as well as broad spectrum protection from aging UVA/UVB rays, free radicals, and dehydration. Broccoli Extract stimulates the skin's natural defense against UV damage, while Tangerine Butter locks in moisture and leaves skin silky smooth. Antioxidant Vitamins A, C and E defend and protect skin's health. [pagebreak]

14. Osmosis Pur Medical Skincare Shade Sunscreen Moisturizer
This SPF 30 moisturizer offers broad spectrum UVA/UVB protection to combat premature skin aging. Formulated with antioxidant-rich vitamin E, green tea extract and a blend of fruit oils, it neutralizes damaging free radicals and environmental stressors to keep your skin looking healthy and youthful. Coconut oil and shea butter work together to condition and soften, promoting a silky-smooth feel and comfortable wear for all skin types. [pagebreak]

15. Obagi Medical Professional-C Suncare SPF 30
This non-comedogenic, broad spectrum sunscreen protects against both UVA and UVB rays while helping to improve the appearance of the signs of skin aging with 10% L-ascorbic acid (Vitamin C). [pagebreak]

16. Yon-Ka Paris Solar Care Sunscreen Spray SPF 20
This hydrating spray for face and body provides SPF 20 protection for moderate sun exposure. The lightweight formula provides UVA and UVB broad spectrum protection and won't clog pores or irritate the skin. Olive polyphenols helps the skin maintain moisture and prevent free-radical damage. Ideal for olive skin tones. [pagebreak]

17. Refineé Daily Defense Cream SPF 30
Refineé Daily Defense Cream SPF 30 is formulated with a complex of three broad spectrum sunscreens combined with soothing Aloe and potent antioxidant Japanese green tea extract, Vitamin E and Vitamin C to protect skin from UVA/UVB free radical damage. Vitamin A and Jojoba help increase elasticity and balance hydration while smoothing skin. This lightweight formula works well underneath makeup, leaving skin soft and supple while reducing redness and irritation.

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