{"id":11195,"date":"2025-05-09T11:12:21","date_gmt":"2025-05-09T11:12:21","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.amshieldins.com\/?p=11195"},"modified":"2025-05-11T19:08:39","modified_gmt":"2025-05-11T19:08:39","slug":"10-best-sunscreen-brands-our-team-readers-recommend","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.amshieldins.com\/index.php\/2025\/05\/09\/10-best-sunscreen-brands-our-team-readers-recommend\/","title":{"rendered":"10+ Best Sunscreen Brands Our Team & Readers Recommend"},"content":{"rendered":"

Get the best sunscreen money can buy!<\/em><\/p>\n

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Quality sunscreen shouldn\u2019t cost a fortune (or disappoint). That\u2019s why we\u2019ve rounded up the top picks, all vetted by our team and trusted readers!<\/p>\n

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Here are the top sunscreens to buy \u2013 starting at just $5!<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/blockquote>\n
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  1. Blue Lizard Mineral Sunscreen<\/a> \u2013 Best overall<\/em><\/li>\n
  2. Equate Sport Broad Spectrum Sunscreen<\/a> \u2013\u00a0Best value<\/em><\/li>\n
  3. Trader Joe\u2019s Spray Sunscreen<\/a><\/strong> \u2013\u00a0Best spray sunscreen<\/em><\/li>\n
  4. All Good Tinted Sunscreen Butter<\/a> \u2013 Best natural sunscreen<\/em><\/li>\n
  5. Sun Bum Original Sunscreen<\/a> \u2013 Most popular<\/em><\/li>\n
  6. Haruharu Wonder Sunscreen<\/a> \u2013\u00a0Best Korean sunscreen<\/em><\/li>\n
  7. Supergoop Mineral Matte Sunscreen<\/a> \u2013\u00a0Most splurge-worthy<\/em><\/li>\n
  8. Black Girl Sunscreen<\/a> OR Neutrogena Clear Face<\/a> \u2013\u00a0Best for face<\/em><\/li>\n
  9. ILIA Super Serum Skin Tint<\/a> \u2013\u00a0Best tinted<\/em><\/li>\n
  10. Kopari Sun Shield Body Glow<\/a> \u2013\u00a0TRENDING<\/em>!<\/li>\n
  11. EltaMD Clear Broad Spectrum Sunscreen<\/a> \u2013\u00a0Best derm\u2013recommended<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n

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    Important reminder:<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Always use your sunscreens as directed to help prevent premature skin aging and risk of skin cancers. According to SkinCancer.org<\/a>, you should apply sunscreen every day, apply 30 minutes before going outside, and reapply every 2 hours.<\/p>\n

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    Hip Tip:<\/strong> SPF Sunscreen is eligible for reimbursement with FSA, HSA, and HRA accounts. A broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF15+ protection (and above) is FSA and HSA eligible! And to make shopping for these products even easier, Amazon<\/a> now has an FSA & HSA Store!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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    Without further ado, choose the sunscreen that works for you!<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

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    1. Trusted by our team and beloved by readers, Blue Lizard remains a top performer year after year.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    Blue Lizard Sensitive SPF50 Mineral Sunscreen<\/a> $14.98 (regularly $18.99) <\/strong>\u2013 NEW look!
    \n<\/em>Clip the 15% off digital coupon
    \nOpt to Subscribe & Save (up to 5% off + free shipping for Prime members)
    \nFinal cost $12.73 shipped OR $10.48 shipped!<\/strong><\/p>\n

    *Note that unlike typical Subscribe & Save orders, no additional discount will be given unless you have five or more subscriptions.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

    Voted #1 by the majority of our FB readers! Here are just a few of their reviews\u2026<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    As someone who has extremely sensitive skin and burns easily, I love Blue Lizard. It works great and without any harmful chemicals. \ud83e\udd8e I wish I would have discovered it when I was younger.<\/em> \u2013 Hip Reader, Misty D. \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    Blue Lizard and will never change. It works for my son who is sensitive to everything and it\u2019s never failed us. <\/em>\u2013 Hip Reader, Shelley P.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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    2. Want sun protection that works and fits your budget? Equate is a go-to, and you can snag it on your next Walmart run!<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    Equate Sport Broad Spectrum Sunscreen<\/a>
    \nOnly $5.48!<\/strong><\/p>\n

    *Walmart+ members! Add this to your next grocery delivery!<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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    See why Collin & other team members LOVE Walmart+<\/a> even more than Prime! \ud83d\ude31<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

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    3 . This best spray sunscreen has become so popular, it\u2019s now on Amazon!\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    Trader Joe\u2019s Nourish SPF50 Spray Sunscreen<\/a>
    \nOnly $5.99<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

    As if we could love Trader Joe\u2019s even more. \ud83d\ude0d Their sunscreen provides UVA & UVB protection, contains skin-nourishing ingredients like aloe, vitamin E, and coconut oil, and it\u2019s water-resistant!<\/p>\n

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    4. Stay\u00a0all good<\/em> in the sun when you grab this toxic-free sunscreen (Psst! Clean expert, Sara, approves!)<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    All Good Tinted Sunscreen Butter<\/a> $6.99<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

    We love that this comes in a recyclable tin and a little bit goes a long way \u2013 one reviewer stated it lasted her 8 months with daily use. \ud83d\ude31 This sunscreen is completely odorless, lightweight, hydrating (but not greasy), water resistant for 80 minutes, and provides 50 SPF. More importantly, it\u2019s completely safe for your body and certified reef-safe!<\/p>\n

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    Make these 5 easy clean skincare<\/a> swaps while you\u2019re at it!<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

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    5. Readers & sunscreen expert, Paige, always go for Sun Bum.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    Sun Bum Original Sunscreen Lotion<\/a> as low as $16.13 (reg. $18.49)<\/strong>
    \nOpt to Subscribe & Save (5-15% off + free shipping for Prime members)
    \nFinal cost $15.32 shipped OR $13.71 shipped (5% off)!<\/strong><\/p>\n

    *Note that unlike typical Subscribe & Save orders, no additional discount will be given unless you have five or more subscriptions.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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    6. Korean sunscreen is making a name for itself, and this is Hip Sidekick, Cass\u2019 top pick.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    Haruharu Wonder Black Rice Moisture Daily Sunscreen<\/a> $14.30 (reg. $16.90)
    \n<\/b>Opt Subscribe & Save (up to 5% off + free shipping with Prime)
    \nFinal cost $14.30 shipped OR $13.58 shipped (5% off)!<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

    And over 2,000+ reviewers agree with Cass\u2026<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    \u201cI\u2019ve always preferred Korean sunscreens because in my experience, they tend to be lightweight, sit well under makeup, don\u2019t leave a white cast, and won\u2019t dry out my skin or cause burning like some well-known brands can. My husband, who has eczema and super reactive skin, tends to like them better as well.\u201d <\/em>\u2013 Cass, Hip Sidekick<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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    7. Don\u2019t mess around with sun care\u2014Supergoop makes it feel like self-care.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    Supergoop! Unseen SPF40 Sunscreen<\/a>
    \nOnly $38 shipped!<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

    Once you try this super-powered sunscreen, you won\u2019t go back! It has makeup\u2013gripping power and goes on like a lightweight primer, plus it has shine control and leaves a velvety finish on the skin. It\u2019s also antioxidant-rich and helps filter blue light from your devices as well as UVA\/ UVB rays! It works well for the guys, even with beards, as it has a clear finish that feels like nothing!<\/p>\n

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    My FAVVVV is the Mineral Matte Screen from Supergoop. I am horrifically picky about that \u201csunscreen smell\u201d most products have. This doesn\u2019t have that smell, which makes me 50x more likely to put it on. Plus, it has the same skin-smoothing effect as Benefit\u2019s pore-fessional primer (loooove that). This is my holy grail sunscreen, and all the things I love about it justify the price for me! <\/em>Note: (but I especially love it when it\u2019s on sale or I can get a \u201cbang for my buck\u201d when it\u2019s in a travel set)<\/em> \u2013 Hip Sidekick,<\/strong> Madison<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    Supergoop for my face and Blue Lizard for body and kids \u2764\ufe0f\u2764\ufe0f sunscreen is a must in our household. <\/em>\u2013 Hip Reader, Michelle C.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    Super Goop is the best! It\u2019s pricey but not chemical ridden, so you get what you pay for. <\/em>\u2013 Hip Reader, Christie L. \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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    8. Protect your beautiful skin shade with these sunscreens.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    Best for darker skin:<\/em><\/p>\n

    Black Girl Sunscreen<\/a> \u2013 $15.99<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    Best for lighter skin:\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

    Neutrogena Clear Face Sunscreen<\/a> $10.88 (regularly $15.49)<\/strong>
    \nOpt to Subscribe & Save (5-15% off + free shipping Prime members)
    \nFinal cost $10.88 shipped OR $10.34 shipped (5% off)!<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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    This is my go-to absolute favorite daily face one (I try a bunch and always go back to it. Great natural glowy finish and works well under makeup)<\/em> \u2013 Monica<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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    9. Makeup + sun protection? This luxury pick does both\u2014no extra steps needed!<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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    ILIA Super Serum Skin Tint<\/a> $48<\/strong> \u2013 over 30 shades!<\/em>
    \nShipping is free for Sephora members
    \nFinal cost $48 shipped!<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Allure 2020 Best of Beauty Award Winner & the holy grail for many of our team members!<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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    10. This sun shield is trending hard\u2014don\u2019t miss out!<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    Kopari Sun Shield Body Glow<\/a> $42<\/strong>
    \nSubscribe & Save for 10% off
    \nFinal cost $37.80 shipped!<\/strong><\/p>\n

    No white cast! It\u2019s made with nourishing and pearlescent minerals that give the skin a radiant glow.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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    Best. Summer. Decision. Ever. I went with the trial size as I was skeptical that this would provide any sun protection, but after using it 3-4 times outside at the park, pool, and more, I am hooked! And I haven\u2019t been sunburned yet. This is the PRETTIEST sunscreen that doesn\u2019t feel like sunscreen at all!<\/em> \u2013 Hip Sidekick, Chelsey<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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    EltaMD Clear Broad Spectrum Sunscreen<\/a> $40
    \n<\/strong>Clip the 15% off digital coupon
    \n<\/strong>Opt to Subscribe & Save (up to 5% off + free shipping)
    \nFinal cost $34 shipped OR $30 shipped (5% off)!<\/strong><\/p>\n

    *Bonus, this size is TSA-approved so you can throw it in your travel bag as-is!<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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    What are the factors to consider in choosing the best sunscreen?<\/p>\n

    Not all sunscreen is created equal. The EWG<\/a> reports that only 1 in 4 products meets their strict sunscreen standards, so you may consider being a little bit more picky about yours.<\/p>\n

    According to the National Foundation for Cancer Research<\/a>, a quality sunscreen should achieve the following:<\/p>\n