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Let’s face it: has never been the most glamorous part of a routine, but it the biggest non-negotiable. “Up to 90 per cent of visible premature aging is due to ultraviolet (UV) radiation,” says Dr. Russell Wong, medical director and dermatologist at in Edmonton.

“Sunscreen can help prevent skin cancer by protecting the skin against damaging UV rays, as well as slow down and minimize sunspots, fine lines and wrinkles caused by prolonged UV exposure.” So in the name of healthy skin, day in and day out, we slather on goopy SPFs that don’t always play nice with other or they leave behind a white cast or greasy shine. Thankfully, have been chipping away at sunscreen’s utilitarian reputation, and the level of skin-care-infused, enjoyable-to-use face and body formulas available is at an all-time high.



From stick balms that make on-the-go touch-ups a breeze to seriously hydrating SPF 50 lotions that feel (and smell) just like a luxurious body cream, the best new sunscreens even make this essential skin care step — yes — enjoyable. With so many great new options to choose from, you’ll still want to check labels for these three key criteria. And because even the best sunscreen won’t do the job if you skimp on application: “A nickel-sized dollop should be enough to cover the face and neck,” says Wong.

For the body, one ounce (picture a shot glass) should do the trick. There are two types of sunscreen filters to choose from: mineral and chemical. On the mineral s.

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