Some people yell at sports on TV, others yap about celebrities, but what gets me truly fired up is sunscreen. As a former beauty editor, I’ve tried more skin care and makeup products than most people use in a lifetime. And has always been one of my favorite things to test because I know that wearing SPF every day is essential for healthy skin—but I’m not going to willingly slather myself in something I (Trust me, there’s a very thin line between a moisturizing, dewy sunscreen and a sticky, goopy mess.
) So whenever I find a genuinely good (not just tolerable) formula, I hold onto it for dear life. Lately, I’m a clinger with ($35, sephora.com).
What earns a sunscreen top marks in my book? Well, my skin type is normal but it leans dry in the winter, so I tend to look for hydrating products and avoid anything with a matte finish. Basically, a product with “glow” in its name is an easy way to grab my attention. Then there’s the whole protection factor: Dermatologists have told me over the years that —which use ingredients like zinc oxide or titanium dioxide to physically block the sun’s UV rays—are better for acne-prone skin, and as a former girly, I take that information seriously.
When it comes to texture, I’m not looking for anything crazy. I want something that easily blends into my skin and looks (and feels) natural—no white cast, no sticky residue. Sun Glow packs all of these qualities into one cute pink tube.
This sunscreen has a really creamy form.