Now that we're into the heat of the summer (yes, even though it's still spring) it's even more important to remember your sunscreen! Being very fair, I use SPF 40 on my face all year round. I totally believe that the sun causes premature aging of the skin... you ever see those older, super tan women whose faces look like raisins? Uggh. That needs to be avoided!
I LOVE Clinique's Super City Block Oil-Free Daily Face Protector SPF 40. It's very light and doesn't clump up under base like some SPFs do. And, it's cheap - only $16.50 for 1.4 fl. oz. I've tried more expensive options but have never liked them as much as this.
When going to the beach or if I'm going to be outside for a long time, I like to protect the sensitive eye area even more, so then I also use Clarins Sun Eye Contour Care Ultra Protection SPF 30. You can use it all around the eye and and the plant based formula helps prevent lines and wrinkles. It's $25.50 for 0.7 fl. oz.
For the body, I've always loved Lancome's formulas. They are light and non-greasy (I HATE greasy SPF). They used to make a spray-on lotion that was fabulous, but it's been discontinued. But this one is good too, Sôleil Expert Sun Care SPF 25 Face & Body Lotion With Pure Vitamin E. It bothers me that they say you can use it on your face and body. I want to put something that is only for the face on my face! So I just use this for the body. It's reasonably priced at $29.50 for 5 fl. oz.
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