6 Luxuriously Lightweight Sunscreens To Protect Your Skin With This Summer

By: Kyrie Sismaet By: Kyrie Sismaet | July 7, 2022

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Summer in San Francisco is a fantastic time to be out in the bright sun while looking just as radiant. In order to maintain broad skin protection without sacrificing glamour, here are some fabulously effective sunscreen choices this year that shine in being lightweight, stylish, hydrating, and available to pick up all around San Francisco.

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Supergoop Play Everyday Lotion SPF 40

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Award-winning Supergoop tops the list as being amazingly non-greasy and chemical-free. Their product instantly absorbs and vanishes on the skin, leaving no greasy residue while still being incredibly powerful at resisting sweat and water.

This is an exceptional must-try choice found at Bluemercury that also excels at leaving your skin moisturized with their thoughtful addition of sunflower extract.

Clinique Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Mineral Sunscreen Lotion for Body

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Available at your nearest Ulta, Clinique's mineral-based product is the go-to for sensitive and acne-prone skin. Their minimalist formula has no frills or extra fragrances and oils to it, making it a simple pick that won't exacerbate worries.

Shiseido Ultimate Sun Protector Lotion SPF 50+ Sunscreen

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This is the ultimate waterproof choice. Shiseido's wonderful WetForce technology not only dries absolutely clear and holds onto skin when swimming, but is also boosted with powerful 50+ SPF and a light citrus scent that makes it a winning Sephora choice for all ages.

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Biossance Squalane + Zinc Sheer Mineral Sunscreen

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Local Berkeley-born Biossance devote themselves to being sustainable and environmentally-friendly, and this vegan sunscreen upholds this conscientious mission. Their sugarcane-derived squalane thoroughly works with the zinc mineral produce a formula that locks in hydration for the skin while also cooling it off and shielding it from harmful UVA and UVB rays.

EleVen By Venus Unrivaled Sun Serum

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Want a sunscreen that's just as powerful and winning as Venus Williams? Try her 2020 Best of Beauty Awarded mineral serum which is 25% zinc oxide, sheer and hydrating, and comes with prickly pear stem and safflower.

Versed Guards Up Daily Mineral Sunscreen SPF 35

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Lastly, head to your local Target for this lightly tinted SPF 35 choice that seamlessly blends into any skin tone while still remaining non-greasy and non-scented. Their formula is also supplemented with moringa seed extracts for promoting supple skin while also subtly masking any discoloration from their natural hue.

These sunscreens will impress with their protective, healing, and fashionable benefits!

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