Not for nothing has May been designated Skin Cancer Awareness Month. The days are getting longer and warmer, luring (and keeping) you outdoors in ever less protective clothing. Meanwhile, as the Earth’s seasonal tilt toward the sun increases, so does the intensity of those rays. So even if you’re mindful of SPF year-round, stepping it up now is especially important.
As if to underscore that point, there’s a second commemoration on the calendar. National Sunscreen Day is May 27th. And to all who celebrate (and those who don’t, but should), we offer this rundown of our favorite new and existing mineral sunscreens.
6 New Stars
HydroPeptide Sun Slick SPF 50
If you’re still haunted by the ghosts (and ghostliness) of sunscreen sticks past, here’s your reset. Infused with super sheer zinc, ceramides, lipids and peptides, HydroPeptide Sun Slick is moisturizing and pliant — read: no dragging — with the faintest hint of a gleam.
Naked Sundays Glow Balms SPF 50 Mineral Peptide Sticks
Another recent debut that reimagines the possibilities of solid mineral sunscreen: this trio of blush and bronzer sticks, which are not only complexion enhancers but also peptide- and antioxidant-infused skincare. Available in Dusty Pink, Pink Pop, and Bronze, they’re sheer and easy to layer.
Sol Labs Lumibronze SPF 30 Mineral Anti-Aging Bronzing Serum
Lest there be any doubt that mineral sunscreen formulators have multitasking on the brain, here’s another new SPF-enhanced bronzer and skin nourisher — in this case, a lightweight serum that contains hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, and squalene. The three shades in the collection — Sunbeam, Golden Hour, and Amber Glow — dry to a soft-matte finish.
Augustinus Bader The Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50
No tint here, but the first-ever sunscreen from Augustine’s Bader pairs SPF 50 with TFC8, theproprietary blend of skin-renewing amino acids, peptides and vitamins that is largely responsible for the brand’s cult favorite status.
Tower 28 SOS FaceGuard Broad Spectrum SPF 30
With seals of acceptance from the National Eczema Association and the National Rosacea Society — plus a seal of recognition from the National Psoriasis Foundation — this lightweight, whipped mineral sunscreen is designed for sensitive skin, acne-prone skin, and any other skin that hasn’t typically reacted well to sunscreen.
Thinkdaily Everyday Sun Serum SPF 30
Free of fragrance, among other potential irritants, this new hydrating serum is another good candidate for anyone with sensitive skin — as well as for travelers, given the palm-sized, TSA-approved tube.
6 Proven Favorites
Fortune Teller Tinted Brightening Serum, SPF 30
This award-winning product wasn’t specifically formulated for the mature set. But if that’s where you happen to be in life, we defy you to find another UV protectant that blurs imperfections better than this.
RMS SuperNatural Radiance Serum Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Sunscreen
Even if you didn’t know this serum was developed by a makeup artist, you might suspect as much upon experiencing the subtle glow of the collection’s three shades (some of our favorites from clean beauty pioneer Rose-Marie Swift).
Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40
For a slightly higher SPF tinted serum, consider this award-winning bestseller, with one of the most impressive shade ranges in the clean beauty aisle.
Skinbetter Science Sunbetter Tone Smart SPF 75 Lotion
Bearing a Skin Cancer Foundation seal of recommendation, among other commendations, this super-high SPF from the beloved Skinbetter Science brand also offers a subtle, tone-adapting tint.
Ever Eden SPF 30 Premium Mineral Sunscreen Lotion
Whether or not you have little ones, their skincare lines are worth raiding for the occasional standout, this being one. Gentle, clean — and clean-smelling — it was developed by three moms in medicine: two who have served as dermatology professors at Harvard Medical School and one who’s head of pediatric dermatology at Stanford Medical School.
Supergoop Play 100% Mineral Lotion SPF 30
A favorite body sunscreen for active days, this lotion is water- and sweat-resistant for 80 minutes, but so lightweight, blendable and nourishing, you’ll be happy to reapply early and often. The bonus: free radical-fighting green algae extract.
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