Before testing, our editors started with a cleansed face. We applied the product as our last step (before makeup) at least three times per week for two weeks. We took pictures of our skin throughout the process and also recorded all of our findings. To determine the products to include on this list, we evaluated the moisturizers based on consistency, absorption, hydration, and appearance. We also interviewed dermatologists to understand what to look for when selecting the best moisturizers with SPF. Sarkar R, et al. Cosmeceuticals for Hyperpigmentation: What is Available? J Cutan Aesthet Surg. 2013 Jan-Mar; 6(1): 4–11. doi:10.4103/0974-2077.110089

It’s definitely not a universal tint, but it does blend in very well across a broad range of skin tones. The tint is strong enough to cover up dark spots and acne marks as well. Scent Lastly, we wanted to briefly discuss the emollients in this formula, such as C12-15 alkyl benzoate, isohexadecane, and isononyl isononanoate, just to name a few. Kim Nichols, MD, FAAD, a board-certified cosmetic dermatologist and founder of NicholsMD of Greenwich, CT All sunscreens should be applied liberally for sun protection. It is essential to use any sunscreen product as directed. Tokudome Y. Improvement of the Skin Barrier Function with Physiologically Active Substances. Yakugaku Zasshi. 2019;139(12):1549-1551. doi:10.1248/yakushi.19-00181-1Ellen Marmur, MD, is a dermatologic surgeon and the founder of Marmur Medical and MMSkincare. She won the American Academy of Dermatology President's Award for her Skin Cancer, Take a Hike! philanthropy program. Ceramides: Helps restore your skin's natural barrier, helping to keep moisture in and harmful elements out. Hybrid sunscreens are made using both mineral (physical) and chemical sun filters. By combining the both types of UV filters, hybrid sunscreens can offer the benefits of a mineral sunscreen with the cosmetic elegance of a chemical sunscreen. These sunscreens have a lightweight formula that rubs in easily on most skin tones. Hybrid formulas also offer a gentle, versatile, non-greasy sunscreen option that’s suitable for most skin types. Randhawa, M et al. Daily Use of a Facial Broad Spectrum Sunscreen Over One-Year Significantly Improves Clinical Evaluation of Photoaging. Dermatol Surg. 2016;42(12):1354-1361. doi:10.1097/DSS.0000000000000879 There are two mineral sunscreen ingredients in CeraVe Tinted Sunscreen: zinc oxide and titanium dioxide.

mineral; Forms a protective barrier on your skin’s surface to help reflect the sun’s UVA and UVB rays without irritating sensitive skin Yes, CeraVe Hydrating Sheer Sunscreen is water resistant for up to 80 minutes. Always remember to reapply this product after 80 minutes of swimming or sweating. All CeraVe skin care products — including CeraVe Tinted Sunscreen — contain essential ceramides. But what exactly are ceramides and how can they benefit your skin? Hawaii Compliant Sunscreen: Sunscreen filters titanium dioxide and zinc oxide, are compliant for use in Hawaii* Hawaii prohibits the sale, offer of sale, and distribution of sunscreens that contain oxybenzone. CeraVe boasts expert recommended, non-greasy and fragrance-free skincare that respects the skin’s natural barrier. The brand’s skincare range offers products for normal to dry skin types, as well as skincare suitable for eczema and psoriasis-prone skin. The CeraVe formulas contain a unique blend of ingredients, such as:CeraVe is a dermatologist-developed cult skincare brand which hails from the US. The CeraVe story began in 2005 after experts noticed that many skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis and dry skin all had one thing in common: a compromised skin barrier. Inactive Ingredients: Water, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Isohexadecane, Isononyl Isononanoate, Dicaprylyl Ether, Peg-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Triethylhexanoin, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Ethylene/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Triethanolamine, Silica, Poly C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate, Stearic Acid, Ceramide NP, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Carbomer, Niacinamide, Cetearyl Alcohol, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Behentrimonium Methosulfate, Sodium Chloride, Salicylic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Cholesterol, Aluminum Stearate, Alumina, Aluminum Hydroxide, Iron Oxides, Phenoxyethanol, P-Anisic Acid, Chlorphenesin, Tocopherol, Disodium EDTA, Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Propylene Carbonate, Citric Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Xanthan Gum, Phytosphingosine, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin This moisturizer with SPF has a bit of a strange scent. We thought it smelled a little bit like Play-Doh. Mineral-based UV filters form a protective barrier to help reflect UV rays away from the skin’s surface. Because the ingredients in a mineral sunscreen stay on the surface of the skin to help protect it, a white cast can sometimes remain after applying the product. Follow these tips to apply your mineral sunscreen: Formulated with mineral sunscreen filters zinc oxide and titanium dioxide which are compliant for sale in Hawaii and Key West.

As your body's largest organ, your skin needs care and protection just as much as any other part of your body. That’s why sun protection is a crucial step in any skincare routine for healthy-looking skin. Everyone should wear broad spectrum sunscreen daily, regardless of gender, age, or skin tone. Proper sun protection can help minimize the risk of skin cancer and premature signs of skin aging caused by the sun’s harmful rays, when used as directed and combined with other protection measures. Including a hydrating sunscreen in your skincare routine can help ensure that your skin is protected and also remains hydrated and healthy-looking. Absolutely. Sunscreen should be a part of your daily face and body care routines to help protect against harmful UVA/UVB rays. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration ( FDA) recommends applying a sunscreen with SPF 15 or higher every single day, even on cloudy days, along with other protective measures (like wearing a hat and staying in the shade). 2 Additionally, the cost of moisturizers with SPF will vary widely. It’s important to note that a higher-priced moisturizer with SPF does not mean that it has better protection from the sun than a lower-priced moisturizer with SPF. It really depends on the SPF number. Can I use a moisturizer with SPF instead of sunscreen? INACTIVE INGREDIENTS: WATER, C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE, ISOHEXADECANE, ISONONYL ISONONANOATE, DICAPRYLYL ETHER, PEG-30 DIPOLYHYDROXYSTEARATE, TRIETHYLHEXANOIN, POLYGLYCERYL-4 ISOSTEARATE, DICAPRYLYL CARBONATE, ETHYLENE/ACRYLIC ACID COPOLYMER, TRIETHANOLAMINE, SILICA, POLY C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE, STEARIC ACID, CERAMIDE NP, CERAMIDE AP, CERAMIDE EOP, CARBOMER, NIACINAMIDE, CETEARYL ALCOHOL, TRIETHOXYCAPRYLYLSILANE, BEHENTRIMONIUM METHOSULFATE, SODIUM CHLORIDE, SALICYLIC ACID, SODIUM HYALURONATE, SODIUM LAUROYL LACTYLATE, CHOLESTEROL, ALUMINUM STEARATE, ALUMINA, ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE, IRON OXIDES, PHENOXYETHANOL, P-ANISIC ACID, CHLORPHENESIN, TOCOPHEROL, DISODIUM EDTA, DISODIUM STEAROYL GLUTAMATE, PROPYLENE CARBONATE, CITRIC ACID, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, CAPRYLOYL SALICYLIC ACID, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, DIETHYLHEXYL SYRINGYLIDENEMALONATE, DISTEARDIMONIUM HECTORITE, XANTHAN GUM, PHYTOSPHINGOSINE, POLYHYDROXYSTEARIC ACID, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERINCeraVe Tinted Sunscreen includes sodium hyaluronate, the sodium salt form of hyaluronic acid. Sodium hyaluronate and hyaluronic acid are basically the same, and the two names are used interchangeably in the skin care industry. mineral sunscreen filters create a protective film on the skin’s surface to help reflect UVA/UVB rays