Best Face Sun Creams, Sunscreens And SPFs For Sensitive Facial Protection

With SPF a major part of any good skincare routine, we’ve rounded up the best face sun creams and sunscreens to make 2022 your year for flawless skin. Every dermatologist will tell you that wearing sun cream is *the* number one thing you can do for healthy, youthful skin and these formulas provide all the facial protection you need. So, stave off the sun burn and protect against sun-induced skin damage including pigmentation, sagging and wrinkles. 

Basically, if you haven’t already, it’s time to add SPF to your AM routine. Choose from non-greasy, fast absorbing sun creams, ones to wear under makeup, water resistant lotions and more. This is just a snapshot of what we’ve got, you can scroll our digital shelves for more right here. 

1 March 2022

How we choose the best sun cream for you

If you’re looking for something to wear under makeup, you’ll need a lightweight formula that massages completely into skin or opt for a sun cream with extra skin smoothing benefits for a perfectly primed canvas. There are even options for sensitive skin, granting full protection against UVA and UVB rays without any tingling or nasty redness. Combination to oily skin is covered too, look for an oil-free, non-comedogenic sun cream that won’t aggravate your pores. 

After something more double-duty? Our edit of the best sun creams for your face and body covers all bases - literally.

How we select the best face sun creams

Looking for the best face sun tan lotions to prevent burning and nourish your complexion, we look for formulas that grant broad spectrum protection from UVA and UVB rays that won’t clog up your pores. With the help from beauty experts, customer reviews and looking out for a range of prices, this lineup is full of 5 star formulas for every whim - water resistant, ultra-hydrating, anti-ageing the list goes on. If you have sensitive skin there are fragrance-free, gentle options too.