Best Luxury Sunscreen for Aging Skin
Dermalogica Dynamic Skin Recovery SPF 50
Pros
- High SPF
- Anti-aging ingredients like white tea, polyphenols, and peptides
- Not greasy, sticky, or tacky
- Absorbs into the skin quickly
Cons
- May not be hydrating enough for those in dry climates
- The priciest product on this list
Key Specs
- SPF: 50
- Chemical or mineral: Chemical
- Additional benefits: White tea, polyphenols and peptides for anti-aging, squalane
Best Drugstore Sunscreen Moisturizer
CeraVe AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30
Pros
- Not oily or greasy
- Performs well under makeup
- Includes ceramides, niacinamide, and hyaluronic acid
- Recommended by the Skin Cancer Foundation
Cons
- Advertised as a zinc oxide sunscreen but contains homosalate, octinoxate, octisalate, and octocrylene
- May leave a white cast on darker complexions
Key Specs
- SPF: 30
- Chemical or mineral: Hybrid
- Additional benefits: Ceramides, niacinamide, hyaluronic acid
Best for Everyday Use
Origins A Perfect World SPF 40 Age-Defense Moisturizer
Pros
- Better-than-average skin protection at SPF 40
- Absorbs quickly, not greasy
- White tea for anti-aging
- Protects against infrared rays and pollution
- Great scent
Cons
- Scent fades immediately (though some may like this)
- May not be hydrating enough for those with drier skin types
Key Specs
- SPF: 40
- Chemical or mineral: Chemical
- Additional benefits: White tea for anti-aging
This sunscreen moisturizer smells and feels like something you’d be treated to at a spa. The medium-thick creamy texture doesn’t weigh heavily on the skin, and it absorbs quickly. The extremely mild, botanical scent is pleasant and goes away quickly after absorption.
Best Lightweight Sunscreen
CeraVe Ultra-Light Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30
Pros
- Superlight feel
- Absorbs quickly
- Little to no feeling of residue after application
- Includes ceramides for skin barrier maintenance and repair
- Includes hyaluronic acid for extra hydration
Cons
- SPF could be higher
- Slight sunscreen smell
- Drier skin types may need a more hydrating product
Key Specs
- SPF: 30
- Chemical or mineral: Chemical
- Additional benefits: Ceramides, hyaluronic acid
If you want to feel like you’re not wearing sunscreen at all, CeraVe Ultra-Light Moisturizing Lotion is the way to go. “I loved the texture and that it was thin enough that I didn’t really feel it afterward,” says Martinet. “I also liked the applicator! It didn’t glob everywhere and was easy to get out what I needed without losing product. It’s definitely ultralight and has a matte finish as promised.” The product absorbs quickly, leaving nearly no feeling of residue, Martinet adds.
Best for Oily or Acne-Prone Skin
Cetaphil DermaControl Oil Absorbing Moisturizer SPF 30
Pros
- Paraben-free and fragrance-free
- Hypoallergenic, great for sensitive skin
- Reduces shine while hydrating skin
- Absorbs quickly upon application
Cons
- Could be bothersome if it comes into contact with the eyes
- Has a sunscreen-like scent
Key Specs
- SPF: 30
- Chemical or mineral: Chemical
- Additional benefits: Glycerin, vitamin E, and vitamin B5
For those with oily or acne-prone skin, this sunscreen moisturizer is made specifically for you. This product actually absorbs oil, rather than adding its own greasy residue, as many sunscreens do. “Throughout the day, I felt as though my skin felt less oily,” Olsen says. But that doesn’t mean this product will dry you out. “It makes skin feel moisturized and sets in quickly. I observed softer skin immediately,” she adds.
This product is hypoallergenic and fragrance-free, perfect for sensitive skin, although Olsen says that she detected a bit of a sunscreen smell. This sunscreen is SPF 30, and wearers are instructed to reapply it every two hours. “I do wish the SPF was slightly higher, especially as we enter the spring and summer months,” Olsen says. She recommends that you avoid the eyes when applying this product, as it can be irritating if it gets into them.
Best for Dry Skin
Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Cream Sunscreen SPF 30
Pros
- Very hydrating with 4.5 percent squalane
- Medium thickness in its consistency
- Absorbs well, leaving no white cast
Cons
- Leaves behind some residue, which may not be great for those with oily skin
- SPF could be higher
Key Specs
- SPF: 30
- Chemical or mineral: Chemical
- Additional benefits: Squalane, glacial glycoprotein
My skin just drank this up — and felt truly hydrated after. I liked that it wasn’t too thick upon application, but a little still goes a long way with this product. Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Cream Sunscreen has 4.5 percent squalane to deliver extra moisture to your skin.
This product is SPF 30, and while I do typically like a higher SPF, this one did great at protecting my skin. That said, some might want more protection if spending all day in the sun. This sunscreen moisturizer also might not be ideal for those with oily complexions, as it does leave behind a bit of a greasy residue.
Best for Sensitive Skin
Paula’s Choice Calm Barrier Protect Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30
Pros
- Lightweight consistency, especially for a mineral sunscreen
- Not likely to leave a white cast
- Good for sensitive skin
- Very moisturizing
Cons
- Unlabeled scent
- May leave more of a white cast on darker skin
Key Specs
- SPF: 30
- Chemical or mineral: Mineral
- Additional benefits: Allantoin, Centella asiatica (gotu kola)
Muinos says that she didn’t experience any white cast from this sunscreen moisturizer, but that might not be the case with all skin tones. She also mentions that she noticed a botanical scent, although it wasn’t labeled clearly on the bottle.
Best Multi-Use
bareMinerals Complexion Rescue Tinted Moisturizer SPF 30
Pros
- Available in 20 shades
- Feels and looks like makeup
- Vegan and cruelty-free
- Squalane and hyaluronic acid boost hydration
Cons
- Wearers may still need a regular moisturizer
- SPF may not be adequate for long days outdoors
Key Specs
- SPF: 30
- Chemical or mineral: Mineral
- Additional benefits: Hyaluronic acid, squalane
What if your sunscreen could make your morning routine easier? That’s kind of the point with bareMinerals Complexion Rescue Tinted Moisturizer. “This product is best for someone who doesn’t want a 10-step morning routine,” says Muinos. “It knocks out several steps at once, so aside from cleansing, you could be ‘one and done’ with this.” And it’s available in 20 shades, so you just have to find your perfect match for a light-coverage, natural makeup look. “The coverage is really minimal, which kind of gives a ‘your skin but better’ result,” Muinos says.
But it’s not only the tint that Muinos loves. With an SPF of 30, you’re protected from the sun’s harmful rays, and the product ingredients include hyaluronic acid and squalane for added hydration. Muinos loves all of the uses this product has, but she suggests layering it with another moisturizer, especially if your skin is on the dry side. And if you’re going to be in the sun all day, you may want a sunscreen with higher SPF.
Best Under Makeup
Kate Somerville HydraKate Illuminating SPF 50+ Drops
Pros
- Hydrates while protecting from sun damage
- High SPF at 50+
- No white cast upon application
- Helps even out skin tone using sheer mineral pigments
Cons
- Labeled as unscented, but we detected a mild scent
- Does not claim to replace daily moisturizer
Key Specs
- SPF: 50+
- Chemical or mineral: Mineral
- Additional benefits: Ectoin, sheer mineral pigments
The high SPF is what takes the cake for us with this sunscreen — and the fact that it does it without a greasy feel or a white cast, while being a mineral sunscreen, really gives this product an edge. Another unique aspect of the Kate Somerville HydraKate Illuminating SPF 50+ Drops is that it uses mineral pigments to even out skin tone, and because the pigments are sheer, the product should work well on most skin tones. “My skin did have a shimmery radiance to it after application,” says tester Maria Cristina Lalonde, a writer for Everyday Health. “The ‘universal’ tint blended seamlessly into my skin. My face felt protected and hydrated.”
Why Trust Everyday Health
Nicole Bonaccorso
Author
Nicole Bonaccorso is a writer and editor with more than 12 years of journalism experience. She has been writing for Everyday Health since 2025, and has also been published on NBCNews.com, Treehugger, Verywell, Mashable, and Upworthy, among other publications.
Nicole was also a senior editor at Weather.com for more than 11 years, covering everything from weather and climate change to health, science, and travel.
In addition to writing, Nicole has also found a passion in helping new parents reach their breastfeeding goals and is working towards becoming a certified breastfeeding specialist.
In her free time, Nicole enjoys hiking, camping, cooking, reading, and spending time outdoors with her two young sons, husband, and dog.
Jacquelyn Dosal, MD
Medical Reviewer
Jacquelyn Dosal, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist at Skin Associates of South Florida in Coral Gables. She practices general, medical, cosmetic, and surgical dermatology.
Dr. Dosal provides compassionate care to all her patients, listening to their concerns and creating a treatment plan with each patient's priorities and real life in mind.
She is a member of the voluntary faculty at the University of Miami.
Orlando de Guzman
Fact-Checker
Orlando de Guzman is a writer and editor with expertise in health and environmental news. He has a background in investigative and science journalism and has worked on documentary films about war and trauma, health, sanitation, and the changing climate around the world. His interest in health and medicine started after an early career as a medical and legal translator.
De Guzman is a longtime health and fitness enthusiast who is interested in nutrition, diet, and mental health. He participates in endurance sports and cross-trains in several traditions of martial arts from Southeast Asia. De Guzman is interested in how the progressively complex movements of martial arts training can improve cognition and mental well-being, especially for those with PTSD and for those approaching middle age and beyond.
De Guzman has a dual B.A. in communications and international studies from the University of Washington in Seattle. He is committed to factual storytelling and evidence-based reporting on critical choices that affect our planet.
Katie Tuttle
Editor
Katie Tuttle is an editor and writer specializing in food, nutrition, and product testing. Her work has appeared in EatingWell, Food & Wine, The Spruce Eats, and Real Simple. She has written about meal kits, kitchen tools, fitness, and wellness, and has tested and reviewed a wide range of products, with a particular focus on meal delivery services and their impact on nutrition and convenience.
Beyond food, Katie has covered fitness and wellness topics, drawing from her own experience as a powerlifter and an occasional runner. She’s always interested in how products and services can make healthy living more accessible and practical.
When she’s not researching or writing, Katie is usually surrounded by houseplants or spending time with a foster dog. She firmly believes there’s no such thing as too many books or too much coffee.
Maria Cristina Lalonde
Tester
Tori Martinet, MS, RD
Tester
Tori Martinet is an Intuitive Eating dietitian, food writer, recipe developer, and food photographer based in Southern California. She received a master's degree in nutrition from Columbia University Teachers College and spent nearly a decade as the director of wellness and sustainability for a premier food service contractor based in New York City. In her time there she crafted wellness and sustainability programming for clients like Google, Citigroup, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Harvard Business School, and the U.S. Open Tennis Tournament.
She has been a dietitian for nearly 10 years and currently works in private practice, dedicated to helping people pursue health without restriction and dieting. She also writes freelance food and nutrition content and has been featured in publications like Eating Well, Food & Wine, Shape, The Spruce Eats, U.S. News 360 Reviews, Verywell Health, and many more.
Lacey Muinos
Tester
Jen Sinclair
Tester
Jen Sinclair Is a freelance health and wellness writer who has spent the last two years writing feature articles and reviews of mental health and medical services and products. Her work has been published by Verywell Mind, Verywell Health, Health, and Parents. Prior to this, she worked for six years as a copywriter and blog writer for several legal and healthcare businesses, and as a paralegal for 15 years.
Jen currently lives with her husband and children in St. Augustine, Florida, where she enjoys spending time outdoors paddling waterways, driving around with the top off her Jeep, or trekking around with her writer hiker pals.