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Weightless. Non-greasy. Invisible. Non-sticky. If these are the words you want to hear when talking about sunscreen, you're in luck. A new generation of sunscreen formulas are here to ensure that your skin is shielded from the sun without being weighed down. And we aren’t talking about just creams and lotions. Your choices now include sun serums, sun sticks and spray-on sunscreens that are so invisible, you’ll forget they are there at all.
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If zero white cast and lightweight texture is what you're looking for, run—don’t walk—to Minimalist’s squalane-enhanced sunscreen. True to its name, the formula slips on as an invisible veil with a sweat-resistant finish to keep you protected all day.
Sensitive skin girlies, we see you. Clinique’s mineral sunscreen is designed to swaddle sensitive skin with an oil-free formula that offers up an invisible finish. Known to feel feathery light on the skin, the gentle composition also makes it suitable for use in delicate areas, such as around the eyes.
Looking to survive the classic cocktail of sweat, pollution and blistering UV rays that the summer is planning on sending your way? Not without this water-resistant sunscreen by L'Oréal Paris. The light-as-air formula absorbs quickly to form a protective barrier on the skin with an invisible finish that will make you almost forget you’re wearing sunscreen in the first place.
Why should creams have all the fun? This is the question that K-beauty brand Beauty of Joseon must have found itself mulling over. The solution came in the form of serum-based sunscreen that will make you forget all about heavy lotions and dense creams. Slather on this non-greasy formula enhanced with ginseng root water to ensure that your daily round of sunscreen is working on hydrating your skin as well.
What do sugarcane and eggplant have in common? They both assume the frontlines in this formulation, along with 12 soothing plant extracts. As this is a serum-based sunscreen, you can expect a silky feel that vanishes into the skin within seconds to negate any lingering white cast later through the day.
Thick, chalky sunscreens aren’t for everyone — and this isn’t one of them. With a texture closer to a serum than a cream, it sinks in fast and feels practically weightless. It hydrates, supports the skin barrier and offers strong SPF 50 protection with PA++++. The formula uses encapsulated UV filters and has a soft, cooling finish.
If the cloudless, leisurely days of summer have you daydreaming about splashing around in the waves, this watery sunscreen from Bioré offers up the next best thing. True to its name, this sunscreen slides on with a watery feel that won’t weigh down your skin, while the water-resistant formula guarantees sun protection for up to 80 minutes of water exposure. Ready to hit the sun and the sand?
With new sunscreen formats hitting the skincare aisle every single day, you might find your allegiance to traditional lotions slipping. This sunscreen stick by Thank You Farmer is not about to make things any easier. Beyond delivering a non-sticky formula and quick absorption, the stick makes for a compact and fuss-free option for quick touchups on blistering days.
Sun protection is a year-round essential and this sunstick makes it so easy to reapply on the go. Not only does it provide broad-spectrum SPF 50+ protection, but also calms and soothes the skin with its gentle formula. It’s your best friend for sunny days and it fits easily into your bag for touchups.
Sunscreen reapplication? Not a chore anymore. This silky, portable sun stick glides on without messing up makeup and gives high SPF protection without any greasiness. Great for sensitive skin, too. Keep it in your work tote and pack it for your summer vacay.
Once you hear the tempting sound of the waves crashing against the shore, you won’t want to be held back for anything—definitely not the tedious task of meticulously rubbing sunscreen on every visible inch of skin. This is where Lakmé’s sunscreen spray steps in as a saviour for targeting larger areas of the skin—as well as those hard-to-reach spots—to have you sun-ready in seconds.
Whether you're planning on spending the summer lounging by the poolside or enjoying the leisurely, shall-we-promenade picnics, one thing is clear: your choice of SPF needs to deliver on-the-go protection. This sheer spray-on sunscreen from Asaya is only too happy to deliver with a quick-drying, misty formula that ensures speedy absorption for the face and body.
Inflammation and sunburn have no chance against this aloe vera-enhanced sunscreen by Mamaearth. While the aloe vera soothes your skin, the red raspberry seed oil joins the party to shield the skin from the sun’s harsh rays.
