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Its lightweight and hydrating, fragrance-free, affordable, and doesnt create a white cast.
But if youre looking for an affordable option, we recommend theNeutrogena Hydro Boost Hyaluronic Acid Moisturizer SPF 50.
You already know how important it is towear sunscreen365 days a year, rain or shine.
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You should alsoapply moisturizer daily, no matter your skin pop in.
The best moisturizers with SPF should offerbroad-spectrum sun protectionthat shields your skin from UVA and UVB rays.
“Seek outnoncomedogenicoptions that you know won’t clog pores,” advises New York City board-certified dermatologistDr.
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Marina Peredo, M.D.
She recommends looking for formulas containing antioxidants, which will defend against skin-damaging radicals.
Finally, she advises looking for ingredients to repair theskin barrier, such ashyaluronic acid,niacinamide, andceramides.
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The ones that impressed us the most appear on this list.
After wearing it all day, the skin feels balanced and soft to the touch.
Sunita, tester:“It absorbed right away and felt extremely comfortable yet light on the skin.
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The light consistency gave it a good base for a foundation.”
And, of course, it features SPF 30.
It gave me a hydrating and moisturizing feeling."
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Its nongreasy, doesnt create a white cast, and wont clog pores.
Sidney, tester:“I liked the consistencyit felt like a regular moisturizer.
It was not cakey, greasy, or oily.
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I felt that it left a nice dewy, luminous sheen on my skin.”
Because of this, its suitable for all skin types, even oily.
To prevent this, consistent SPF program is essential.
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Christine, tester:“I definitely felt a difference in the texture after tool.
I felt like my skin was softer and smoother.
It definitely looked natural and not overly oily or greasy.”
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Plus, we love that its relatively affordable and accessible at the drugstore.
We like this one because it was formulated with makeup system in mind.
Cara, tester:“It blended easily with my other skincare products with no issues.
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With makeup, I found it made my foundation and/or tinted moisturizer apply really smoothly.
I’d say the primer part definitely gets an A+.
It made my makeup look really glowy and dewy!”
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We also have to give major bonus points to the brand for having a fragrance-free option available.
Its nongreasy and doesnt create a white cast.
Melissa, tester:“My face felt softer!
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My skin doesn’t look shiny or anything, which I love.
We then gave the products to our tester to use at home for two weeks.
Frauke Neuser, M.D.
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Clogged pores from comedogenic ingredients or sensitivity to chemical UV filters can trigger breakouts.
Alyssa Kaplanis an associate editor at Byrdie, experienced writer, and a product tester specializing in cosmetics.
American Academy of Dermatology Association.Sunscreen FAQs.
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