Sunscreens for Every Age and Skin Type
By Melissa Matthews
Block Party
Before you head out for some fun in the sun, be sure to slather on the sunscreen-and fast. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the sun's UV rays can damage your skin in as little as 15 minutes. Whether you're beach-or block party-bound, apply one of these editor-approved picks well in advance (15 to 30 minutes prior to sun exposure, so your skin has time to absorb the formula), and don't forget to reapply every two hours to ensure all-day coverage.
Sensitive
Coppertone Sensitive Skin Faces Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 provides irritant-free waterproof UVA/ UVB coverage. $8.99; Drugstore.com
Sporty
Ocean Potion Suncare Cool Dry Touch Sport SPF 30 Sunblock is water- and sweat-resistant, and contains Parsol 1789 to help block UVA rays. $7.49; Drugstore.com
For Wriggly Kids
Try Hawaiian Tropic Kids Continuous Spray SPF 30. Just spray and go-no need to rub it in. $8.59; at drugstores
SPF with Benefits
The retinol and antioxidants in RoC Multi Correxion 4-Zone Daily Moisturizer SPF 30 fight the appearance of fine lines and dark spots, and brighten skin. $18.60; at drugstores
High-Tech SPF
Sun filters and antioxidants in La Roche-Posay's Anthelios SPF 60 Ultra Light Fluid for Face help protect skin down to the cellular level. $27.90; at drugstores
Just for Lips
Eos Lemon Drop SPF 15 Smooth Sphere Organic Lip Balm is packed with moisturizing vitamin E and shea butter. $3.29; at Walgreens
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