The 18 Best Sunscreens Of 2023, Tested By Dermatologists, Our Editors, And Reviewers

"It’s all about the base. I look for creamy formulas that are hydrating," says dermatologist Ranella Hirsch, MD. This cream formula has an average of 4.6 stars on Amazon with over 11,000 ratings, and reviewers with sensitive skin love how it leaves their skin feeling velvety soft.

"This Sun Bum SPF uses zinc oxide and contains aloe and vitamin E, which provides a protective barrier between your face and the sun," says dermatologist Marnie Nussbaum, MD. The formula is hypoallergenic, oil-free, and water-resistant for up to 80 minutes, so it's a great option for hot beach days.

Dermatologist Caren Campbell, MD, is a fan of EltaMD's sunscreen, as are Lindsay Geller, Women's Health's lifestyle director, and Amanda Lucci, our deputy editor of content strategy. "It contains hyaluronic acid, so I love recommending it to patients with drier skin types," says Dr. Campbell.

Note: Our editors with medium to dark skin tones say this leaves a white cast on their skin.

"Isdin's SPF contains ‘repairsomes,’ which help with reversing sun damage in skin cells," says Dr. Goldenberg. That makes this a great pick for anyone who has some hyperpigmentation or sun spots, especially because the formula has a glowy, tinted finish.

With over 30,000 five-star reviews on Amazon, it's no surprise that CeraVe's oil-free lotion has the heart of Women's Health editorial assistant, Olivia Evans, who loves that it gives her face a gorgeous, natural glow. Dermatologist Fatima Fahs, MD, gives it a rave review, too. “I never ever leave home without sunscreen! I love using this tinted formulation for its lightweight coverage."

Those with acne will obviously want to avoid a formula that'll clog pores, which is why reviewers who are acne-prone appreciate this SPF 60 formula that's non-comedogenic. In other words, you won't have to worry about breakouts down the line.

MDSolarSciences' SPF checks all the boxes for anyone with easily irritated skin. It has an SPF level of 50, is water-resistant, and features a sensitive skin-friendly formula. Dr. Goldenberg loves that it has natural moisturizing ingredients and is reef safe, too.

"Neutrogena's sunscreen stick is great product for those on the run," says Dr. Goldberg. It's easy to apply or reapply and has SPF 50 with water-resistance, so people with active lifestyles really love it—just check the 5,000 positive ratings on Amazon.

Makeup wearers know how hard it can be to find a sunscreen you can easily layer underneath concealer or foundation. Luckily, reviewers love that Coola's lightweight sunscreen can be applied under makeup with ease. Since it's so lightweight, it won't clog your pores, either.

Yes, this is another Supergoop! pick, but it's a brand that's well-loved by derms as well as our editors Neha Tandon, senior commerce editor, and Lydia Wang, love and life editor. "I love using retinol at night, and now I get retinol benefits during the day time, too, by blending a few drops of this glow-inducing SPF into my moisturizer every morning," says Tandon, who loves this bakuchiol-infused SPF.

Dermatologist Sheila Farhang, MD, recommends the Unrivaled Sun Serum from EleVen by Venus Williams. "It's a great SPF serum that is 100 percent sheer mineral," she says. Since it's a serum, it's another super lightweight formula that people with oilier skin types love.

ICYMI, Supergoop! is a brand that only makes SPF products (from eyeshadow to sunscreen oils), so you know you can trust they know what they're doing when it comes to sun protection. Dr. Nussbaum likes that the formula of their Zincscreen product has a barely-there tint with a skin-brightening pigment, so it has a nice glowy effect—and no white cast.

A personal favorite of dermatologist Candace Spann, MD, she likes that PCA Skin's SPF offers SPF protection with a high-tech tint. It's been specifically formulated to adapt to your skin tone once you rub it in, so it's suitable for a wide range of complexions.

Dry sunscreen is perfect for reapplication over makeup, especially if you tend to run a bit oily. "Sunscreen should always be reapplied every two hours, so this allows reapplications without messing up makeup. Plus, it travels well," says Dr. Campbell.

Let's be real—some sunscreens can have an unpleasant smell. If you've got a sensitive nose and skin, this sunscreen gel is infused with papaya and pineapple. It's vegan and reef safe, too.

Senté Invisible Shield has both a tinted and untinted option, both of which are quick to absorb and have a weightless feel on the skin, according to dermatologist Corey L. Hartman, MD. "An added bonus is that this formula contains an advanced antioxidant blend that protects against high-energy visible or blue light," he adds.

This Cetaphil Face Moisturizer is a dermatologist favorite. It's super lightweight, making it a great option if you tend to get oily throughout the day. It contains hyaluronic acid, so reviewers with sensitive skin like that it feels nourishing (yet not greasy) on the skin.