If you haven’t incorporated sun care products into your daily skin care routine, what are you waiting for? Even if you’re just walking across campus to the dining hall, taking precautionary steps with SPF is well worth it. Sun care products protect your skin from the harsh effects of UV rays, so you can tackle game day tailgates and hot girl walks all semester without fear. Luckily, you won’t have to think twice about adding sun care to your regimen with this list of the best SPF products of 2022.
Just because sun care is crucial doesn’t mean it can’t be convenient, look good, and feel even better. In trying a large variety of popular SPF products, the Her Campus College Beauty Awards testers considered comfortability, convenience, and aesthetics. This semester, no one should have to worry about a white cast of sunscreen showing under their makeup. In fact, we even found SPF makeup products, like the CōTZ Prime and Protect SPF 40 Tinted Moisturizer and the ILIA Beauty Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40, so that sun care becomes second nature in your glam routine.
The top nine SPF products below have become unanimous favorites among the CBA Testers for hydrated and protected faces, bodies, and even lips. Give the following a try before your next study session in the sun.
La Roche-Posay Anthelios Ultra Light Fluid Facial Sunscreen SPF 60
The CBA testers describe this La Roche Posay product as the ideal sunscreen. Emily, Dorilyn, and Olivia love how its lightweight formula immediately soaks into their skin without leaving a thick layer or white cast on their faces. $31.
CeraVe Ultra Light Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30
The CeraVe Facial Moisturizing Lotion with SPF is a new staple in the morning routines of Zoë, Eboni, and Dorilyn. The budget-friendly product combines skincare essentials into one convenient formula that protects and hydrates your face. $35.
Sun Bum Daily Sunscreen Face Mist SPF 30
Sun protection and convenience don’t have to be mutually exclusive with the Sun Bum Daily Face Mist. Olivia says this is her favorite facial SPF because of how easy it is to apply. $18.
MD Solar Sciences Quick Dry Body Spray SPF 40
Emily and Oasiah love how quick and convenient this body spray is when reapplying. It will keep you protected during a day in the sun, yet feels light and comfortable on the skin. $20.
MD Solar Sciences Tinted Lip Balm SPF 30
It’s easy to forget the lips when applying your daily SPF, but this MD Solar Sciences Lip Balm has you covered. Emily hates how most protective lip products have a sunscreen taste and scent, but this formula is far different. With SPF 30, this nourishing lip balm has become a new favorite for both Emily and Oasiah. $18.
Everyday Humans Resting Beach Face SPF 30 Sunscreen Serum
This Everyday Humans sunscreen serum seamlessly combines protective sun care and everyday skin care. Emily loves this product’s thick, nourishing feel, and convenient size for reapplication on the go. $24.
Everyday Humans Oh My Bod! SPF 50 Sunscreen Lotion
The CBA testers praise the Everyday Humans Sunscreen Lotion for its lightweight feel. Emily says unlike many other SPF products, this formula doesn’t feel heavy and pore-clogging when layered on her body. $18.
CōTZ Prime and Protect SPF 40 Tinted Moisturizer
Where SPF meets natural makeup, this CōTZ tinted moisturizer is the perfect everyday essential. Maeve and Olivia love the finish this gives their skin when worn alone or layered under foundation. $28.
ILIA Beauty Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40
Kiss SPF white casts goodbye with this protective skin tint. Dorilyn, Maeve, and Olivia can’t get over how glowy and hydrated this ILIA SPF 40 Tinted Serum makes their skin look. $48.