They broke down everything from common ingredients to why you might want to consider mixing and matching your formulas.
Read on to learn more.
“Avoid ingredients such as added fragrances, chemicals, and dyes,” says Engelman.
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“They do not contribute to the efficacy of sunscreen and can irritate the skin.”
Common ingredients used in mineral sunscreens include titanium dioxide or zinc oxide."
According to Engelman, the actives inchemical sunscreencan be “irritating to some skin types.”
Look for “Broad Spectrum” Formulas
double-check your sunscreen offers protection from UVAandUVB rays.
“UVA rays tend to affect our skin more because they penetrate deeper than UVB,” explains Engelman.
“Chemical sunscreens… do not leave behind residue on any skin tone,” says Engelman.
She recommends Glo Skin’s Beauty C-Shield Anti-Pollution Moisturizing Tint SPF 30+.
“It’s also oil-free, hydrating, and packed with antioxidants for additional protection.”
“Many mattifying sunscreens are non-greasy and lightweight,” says Green, who likes the Supergoop!
Mineral Mattescreen SPF 40.
“This product is 100 percent mineral-based and works to leave your skin looking mattified.
It is alsoreef-safe, meaning its ingredients will not negatively impact the environment, particularly the coral reefs.”
She recommends you stilladd regular sunscreento your makeup routine.
Aspray formulacan be great for reapplication.
“Just be sure to rub in the spray.”
