Sunscreens You'll Actually Look Forward to Applying

Sunscreens have a rep for being opaque and goopy, but this SPF/primer hybrid goes on clear and won't leave a sticky film on skin -- promise.

Lighter than a traditional lotion, this sunscreen serum is loaded with potent anti-agers that fight wrinkles while the SPF protects. 

Outdoor athletes know the sunscreen struggle is real: Greasy, sticky formulas can ruin your run. But this formula -- inspired by sweat-wicking workout wear -- allows perspiration to pass through the formula so it can evaporate more easily. 

$9.49; drugstores

Sure, sprays are convenient, but most don't exactly leave skin feeling its softest. This alcohol-free mist moisturizes for a full 24 hours while providing broad-spectrum protection.

Does even the thought of sunscreen make your skin red, itchy, and irritated? Fear not -- this lotion contains a physical UV blocker (rather than a chemical one) that doctors recommend for sensitive types. 

Toner, essence, serum, sunscreen, primer -- it's possible to have five layers of product on your face before you even get to foundation. Skip a step or two with this mattifying sunscreen that leaves behind a hint of tint. 

Bonus: It's packed with organic ingredients and antioxidants and is vegan, cruelty-free, and reef-friendly. 

This clear stick glides on without leaving the white, streaky residue you'd expect from other twist-ups. And while it's designed for the face, we're actually loving it for the backs of our hands and our ears -- two often-overlooked areas that are prone to premature aging and skin cancer. 

Cucumber and aloe in this coconut-scented spray cool skin on contact, while vitamins C and E fight free radicals to boost the effectiveness of the SPF. Bonus: This spray is propelled by plain old air -- not chemicals.

We all need a touch of mattifying powder in the summer, so why not use one with SPF? Its portable brush is perfect to stash in your purse for sun protection on the go.