Neutrogena Fresh Cooling Body Mist Sunscreen SPF 45, $10.49

 

“If you don’t get help covering the ‘blind spots’ on your back, where your hands can’t reach, you’ll get splotchy burns. This mist sprays in any direction, even when you hold the can upside down. And it feels cold and refreshing. Plus, it’s not sticky when it dries.” —Polly Blitzer, Beauty Blitz Founder

 

LaRoche Posay Anthelios 50 Mineral Ultra Light Sunscreen Fluid, $33.50

“So easy to apply, the formula’s sheer but powerful. It’s like an invisible veil of protection that won’t interfere with my ‘face’ on days when I want to really wear makeup. And it photographs well, another plus.”

 

Dr. Brandt UV SPF 30 Plus - Tinted, $35

“Makeup with SPF never has enough sunscreen to truly protect skin, so I love that my dermatologist created a legit broad-spectrum sunscreen with a touch of color to even out skin all season.” —P.B.

L’Oréal Paris Sublime Sun Advanced Sunscreen Liquid Silk Lotion for Face SPF 30, $9.99

 

“After my husband was treated for basal cell carcinoma two years ago (the story here), he tested dozens of formulas until he found something he liked enough to use daily. The bottle and scent aren’t girly, the formula spreads easily and evenly without residue or shine, and it’s compact, so he keeps one in the car, one in the bathroom, another for his travel kit and in our foyer.” —P.B.

Mustela Broad Spectrum Mineral Sunscreen Lotion, $22

Yes To Cucumbers Natural Sunscreen SPF 30, $11.99

 

“We turn applying SPF into a fun game in our house, so before we leave, we put on our ‘white face paint’ to avoid sun boo-boos. Sam and Miles put a dot of formula on Mommy and Daddy’s noses, cheeks, forehead and chin and help us rub it in. Then we do the same to them, but all over. We love these non-chemical formulas. Purely physical sunscreens (titanium dioxide and zinc) work by reflecting rays away from skin rather than interacting with skin, so you can apply right before leaving the house (not 30 minutes) and they’re fine for sensitive baby skin. Plus, they smell awesome.” —P.B.

Chanel UV Essentiel Multi-Protection Daily Sunscreen SPF 50, $55

 

“I like to think of this baby as a makeup primer with a crazy-high SPF count. That’s how good this silky sunscreen is under my makeup. It offers a very, very subtle dewiness and keeps my makeup in place all day long. Because of its dual-purpose and phenomenal texture, it’s the only sunscreen I’m willing to shell out 55 bucks for.” —Klaudia Tirico, Beauty Editor

Coppertone Clearly Sheer for Sunny Days Continuous Spray SPF 30 Sunscreen, $9.49 

 

“I don’t really mind if my sunscreen is a bit sticky or greasy at the beach, but I need something that’s practically invisible for everyday. I’m usually rushing to catch my bus in the morning so this lightweight spray is just what I need for a quick and easy application. The best part? It absorbs so fast that all you feel is soft, supple skin.” —K.T.

Supergoop! Sun Defying Sunscreen Oil, $26 

 

“I used to love drenching my skin in tanning oil when I was a teen frolicking on the beach in Seaside Heights (yes, the Seaside Heights made infamous by a little MTV reality show called Jersey Shore). It made my skin glow in the sun and helped me get as dark as possible in a short amount of time. Those days are long gone, and I’ve swapped my dark tanning oil for this Supergoop! sunscreen oil with SPF 50 (my go-to for the beach). It gives me luminous skin without being too greasy or sticky, and combines broad spectrum protection with nourishing argan and meadowfoam oils for healthy, happy skin. Plus, the subtle calendula scent is to-die-for.” —K.T.

Lather Citrus Lip Balm, $6.50 

 

“Lip color without SPF can leave your pout exposed to sunburn – not fun. That’s why I keep this broad-spectrum citrus balm in my beach and my everyday bag. It’s super nourishing and leaves my lips supple without any trace of glossiness. But beware, it’s kind of addicting.” —K.T.

 

Sun Bum SPF 50 Moisturizing Sunscreen Lotion, $16

 

“I’ve spotted this SPF in surf shops, and figured I’d try it while on my honeymoon in Hawaii last fall — who could possibly know sunscreen better than surfers who spend hours in the tropical sun, right? Well, I ended up ditching the other sunscreen I’d packed because this one was so much better: it absorbs instantly without leaving a white residue and doesn’t have that shiny, oiled up finish that so many lotions do (not a good look on pale skin, trust me). Even my husband, who’s notoriously picky about sunscreen, loved it.” —Wendy Rodewald-Sulz, Editorial Director

Renee Rouleau Daily Protection SPF 30, $35.50 

 

“I’m rationing my last drops of this face sunscreen because it’s the only one I’ve tried that plays well with my oily, blemish-prone skin and my foundation. The texture is slightly mattifying, which I appreciate during the hot, New York summer. And since the only active SPF ingredient is micronized zinc, it’s perfect for sensitive complexions and never leaves a whitish cast.” —W.R.

 

Vichy Capital Soleil SPF 50 Lightweight Foaming Lotion, $28.50 

 

“This mousse-like sunscreen is my go-to for non-beach days, since it doesn’t leave my skin sticky and is easy to apply on my exposed arms and legs without getting any on my clothes. It came out last year, but I still can’t get over the novelty of foaming SPF. So fun!” —W.R.

Shiseido Ultimate Sun Protection Spray 50+, $36

 

“I like the idea of spray-on sunscreens (so easy!), but most of them feel like I’m coating my body in Pam cooking spray (so greasy!). This new one from Shiseido — who consistently make sunscreens that feel really great on skin — is so lightweight, I can’t believe it actually works. But it does!” —W.R.