The Complexion Protection and Playlist to Accompany Your Skincare Regime
Photographer John Engstead for Harpers Bazaar 1953
Any dermatologist will tell you, rain or shine, never leave the house without SPF. The other alternative is a stern scolding while showing you sun-damaged skin pictures under a blue light… and then they bill you.
But if there’s one thing more effective than the skin-care-scare from your doctor it’s these broad-spectrum products. Here’s the deal, we’ve rounded up our favorite brands that promise to protect you from both harmful UVA and UVB rays. We also went ahead and suggested a few sun-inspired songs to add to your playlist. Lather up—it looks like we’re headed into an Indian summer.
CHANTECAILLE
With the addition of antioxidant benefits thanks to cherry blossom and lemon balm, this ultra sun protection SPF45 primer softens existing fine lines and wrinkles while also preventing them in the first place with UVA/ UVB protection.
DR. DENNIS GROSS
A lightweight formula infused with lingonberry, sea buckthorn and zinc oxide that actually doubles as the perfect makeup primer while protecting you against UVA/UVB with zinc oxide and potent antioxidants.
SUPERGOOP
We are officially MIST-ified with this Vitamin C-packed aerosol-free sunblock. Suitable for all skin types and complexions—and can even be applied on wet skin for even coverage and protection.
ICONIC RÉVIVE REGIMEN
Protect against aging while visibly reducing the signs of aging on your face, neck and décolletage with this dreamy (indulgent) regime. Skin appears tauter and younger just after the first application. A win!