Having the palest skin means I have to wear SPF all year round. Now the weathers getting better (thank goodness!) I really have to up my SPF routine and make sure my skin is protected! Obviously it’s best to avoid being in the sun between 11am and 3pm but I understand that for most of us this isn’t practical. If you have to be out in the sunshine make sure to wear a hat and some sunglasses to protect your eyes and of course lots and lots of suncream! Here’s my top picks for both the face and body.
Face SPF
Garnier Mattifying Suncream – SPF 30
This is my favourite suncream for everyday! There’s a full post on this suncream and it’s incredible mattifying properties. It doesn’t have a smell or leave your face looking ghostly, shiny and sticky so it’s perfect for going under makeup. I use this suncream all year round before I put my makeup on and it’s a life saver! Definitely an amazing find and something that will be in my skincare routine permanently.
Piz Buin Ultra Light Hydrating Sun Spray – SPF 30
The reason I love this suncream is in the name, it’s ultra light! Although this doesn’t dry matte like the Garnier suncream it’s very light and hydrating on the skin. This applies well below makeup as long as you put it on around half an hour before you apply your foundation. This gives it enough time to settle in to your skin so it won’t effect your foundation and make it go patchy. It has a spray applicator so as long as you don’t mind a little bit of shine this can be easily reapplied throughout the day.
Bioderma Hydrabio Moisturising Anti-UV Mist – SPF 30
I’m sure you all know my love for facial sprays by now. This one is amazing because it’s SPF 30! It’s from the Bioderma Hydrabio range so is extremely hydrating to the skin as well as protecting it from the suns harmful rays. It’s in a little can so it’s perfect for popping in to your handbag and having little top ups throughout the day!
Bioderma Photoderm Max Aquafluid – SPF 50+
As the weather gets warmer and warmer and the sun gets brighter I like to really up my sun care protection. This factor 50+ suncream from Bioderma’s photoderm range is created for sensitive skin so doesn’t irritate my face. I make sure to use this whenever I know I’m going to be outside a lot. It has a very runny texture and doesn’t really have a smell. It’s very lightweight and thankfully doesn’t leave you feeling sticky or greasy.
Body SPF
PHD Skincare Sunscreen – SPF 50
This is a seriously awesome suncream! This aerosol spray is invisible and drys almost instantly after spraying on the skin. I love it because it has a long wand perfect for getting awkward parts of your body like your back and neck! It has quite a strong smell when first applied but this goes away once it’s dried in. This is perfect for bringing to the beach or when you’re out for the day in a summer dress or shorts as it’s so quick and easy to apply. I personally don’t like to use this on my face as the aerosol is quite strong so you’re likely to breath it in. (May or may not have happened and it wasn’t pleasant!)
Bioderma Photoderm Bronz – SPF30
This is new to my SPF collection and I’ve been trying it out over the past couple of weeks. It applies as an invisible mist. It has an oily feel when first applied and takes a few minutes to settle into the skin but once it does there’s no greasy residue which I like! This sun mist is supposed to prevent you getting sunburnt but allow you skin to tan. Obviously as I’m so pale I don’t tend to ever tan but I’m looking forward to using this on my legs during the summer to see if it will allow them to look slightly less ghostly! This also smells really nice, it smells like a fruity sort of body mist!
Malibu Clear All Day Protection – SPF 50
This has been my go to for the past few summers. It has a non greasy formula and a spray bottle. I spray this all over my body and it lasts the whole day. It’s even water resistant so would be great if you’re going on holiday! Even my boyfriend uses this in the summer. It quick and easy to apply and gives all day protection. It does have a smell but it’s not too overpowering. This is also a relatively cheap suncream.
Piz Buin Ultra Light Hydrating Sun Spray – SPF 30
As I mentioned above this is ultra light and hydrating. I like to apply this to my body if my skin is feeling rather dry as I think the cream feels more hydrating than an invisible oil. This is a great all round suncream if you don’t want to have a separate facial suncream as well as one for your body.
I hope this guide helps you to decide what suncream you need to get this summer! I’m always trying out new suncreams to make sure I get the best protection! What’re your top sun care picks?
PaleGirlRambling xo