My Favorite Sunscreens of 2020
Whether it’s quarantine season or not, I cannot stress just how important it is to wear your sunscreen DAILY! Not only does starting preventative skincare early help us maintain an even skintone, but incorporating sunscreen use into our everyday routine also protects us from sunburn and signs of premature aging.
Now, I can totally relate to kids who complain about wearing sunscreen and how “sticky” and “annoying” it feels because I previously shared the same negative relationship with sunscreen as a kid. First off, let me begin with the fact that a majority of sunscreens that you pick up off the shelves of random stores that are on sale like CVS, Walgreens, and more, are probably…not the best sunscreens. No hate and no judgment towards these retail stores at ALL, but when it comes to finding a sunscreen that I LOVE, I make sure that it FEELS like quality and HAS quality ingredients in it.
But Michelle, how do I know which sunscreen is right for me?
Not to fret - that’s why I’ve compiled a list of my top favorite sunscreens so that you don’t need to struggle through trying out lousy, unreliable, and unpleasantly strong scented products when I’ll be the one directing you towards a sunscreen you will be happy with!
My Top Favorite Sunscreen From An Underhyped Brand:
For the last two years, I’ve been using AO Skincare’s 6000X Elemental Screen SPF30. I apply this baby on after my morning skincare routine and I apply this baby on before my makeup goes on for the day.
Now, I can almost guarantee that NONE of you guys have heard of this brand or sunscreen, but that’s quite alright because that’s why I’m here to introduce the brand to you guys! When I first discovered this brand, it was relatively new and it was through a generous gifting to all of the guests from my birthday party two years ago.
Upon first application, I absolutely LOVED the feel and texture of this sunscreen. There was something about AO Skincare’s sunscreen that easily absorbed into my skin and I loved that it did NOT leave a white cast (which I absolutely HATE in sunscreens). Additionally, this sunscreen did not disintegrate into “bits” or “chunks” whenever it was applied after my skincare or before my makeup - aka it was the perfect formula that protected my skin!
Last but not least, I love how they have a 60-day money back guarantee. This way, you know that the AO Skincare team wants to ensure that every customer is happy with their products. After all, I can certainly say that I’m truly a fan!
Buy the 6000X Elemental Screen SPF30 here.
My Top Favorite Sunscreen To Recommend To Family & Friends From Amazon:
I know how a lot of you guys feel when it comes to online shopping and Amazon - after all, it’s why I’m a proud Amazon Prime member (and addict, heh)! Amazon Prime makes things easy, convenient, and effortless when it comes to purchasing almost ANYTHING from their inventory, which is why I included this specific sunscreen in this section as well.
I can’t remember exactly what point in time this happened, but there was one year (this was years ago lol) where I started looking up various sunscreens and literally googled “Best Sunscreens To Use”. It was probably the point in my life when I realized I had to get my skincare life in order. Thus, the EltaMD UV Clear Facial Sunscreen Broad-Spectrum SPF 46 seamlessly entered my life and I couldn’t have been happier to use such a quality product as my first sunscreen purchase. One highlight I wanted to mention about this sunscreen is the fact that it contains 9% zinc oxide, and I always want to make sure zinc oxide and/or titanium dioxide are ingredients that are in my sunscreens. These two particular ingredients act as “physical blockers” to combat UV rays from harming your skin.
Not only is the EltaMD sunscreen the top recommended sunscreen I read about from multiple online sources, but it has a whopping 9,800 reviews and counting on Amazon. Additionally, I don’t recall any presence of the annoying white cast from this sunscreen (score!) upon application and this is truly a sunscreen that has resonated with me for years.
In all honesty, since I do receive a lot of PR packages and need to test out a bunch of products, I did donate my EltaMD to my sister. However, I know that this sunscreen is safe in her hands, as I see it chillin’ like a villain on her countertop whenever I visit her house, haha.
If I had to gift a friend or family member a sunscreen, this would be my go-to sunscreen choice for sure. Lastly, this specific sunscreen product is a safe choice to gift, as it is designed for those with sensitive or acne-prone skin.
Buy the EltaMD UV Clear Facial Sunscreen Broad-Spectrum SPF 46 here.
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Have you heard of the sunscreens that I listed above? What sunscreens are you currently infatuated with?
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