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you’re able to never have too much SPF.

a collage of popular scalp sunscreens from brands Oars + Alps, Shiseido, Colorescience, and Supergoop!

Byrdie / Kristin Kempa

However, one area we often overlook is ourscalps.

The result: Our expert-backed picks of the best products money can buy.

Most importantly, the sunscreen provides 50 broad spectrum coverage from UVB and UVA damage.

Sun Bum Scalp and Hair Mist

PHOTO: Ulta

Best Powder

Supergoop!

Furthermore, theyre usually less messy than sprays or powdersparticularly the Shiseido sunscreen stick, which glides on easily.

Seriously, the only reason youll remember its there is when you return inside with no sunburn in sight.

Neutrogena Beach Defense Sunscreen Spray

PHOTO: Amazon

We also love that the formula contains key vitamin-richhumectantslikemonoi oilandpanthenolfor shiny strands.

The product can leave some scalps oily.

Plus, where many mineral formulas leave behind a white cast, this ones translucent finish is nearly undetectable.

Colorscience Sunforgettable Total Protection Brush-On Shield SPF 50

PHOTO: Nordstrom

Choose from four light-to-medium shades, including the barely-there translucent one that disguises itself in your strands.

Thankfully, RHRI Scalp and Hair Mineral Sunscreen Spray forms a protective barrier on the surface of it all.

Just apply it as you would aleave-in conditioner.

Supergoop! Poof 100% Mineral Part Powder SPF 35

PHOTO: Amazon

So why not opt for a sunscreen that imparts a delicious, fresh scent?

Your hairdresser should always refer to a dermatologist if they notice these kinds of spots.

Look for one with an ultraviolet protection factor (UPF) of at least 50.

Shiseido UV Clear Stick Protector SPF 50

PHOTO: Sephora

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Chelsea Avilais a contributor at Byrdie who reports on the beauty and fashion market.

Now, scalp sunscreen is an integral part of her everyday skincare routine.

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COOLA Scalp & Hair Sunscreen & Color Protection Mist with SPF 30

PHOTO: Sephora

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Hawaiian Tropic Mineral Powder Sunscreen Brush, SPF 30

PHOTO: Amazon

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Jane Iredale Powder-Me SPF 30 Dry Sunscreen

PHOTO: Ulta

Oars + Alps Face + Scalp Mist with SPF 35

PHOTO: Oars + Alps

Amazon RHRI Scalp and Hair Mineral Sunscreen Spray

PHOTO: Amazon

Ulta Not Your Mother’s Beach Babe Scalp & Hair Sunscreen Mist

PHOTO: Ulta