Memorial Day weekend is the official start to summer and while most people spend a lot of time picking out their bathing suit and sandals, most people overlook the most important staple of the season -- sunscreen.
Whether you're going to be tanning by the ocean, chasing your kids at the playground or hosting a backyard barbecue, it's imperative to wear SPF. And finding the right one that isn't too greasy, too sticky or too expensive, is always a challenge.
So we turned to our editors to find out which sunscreens they swear by. Herewith, eight sunscreens that have gotten their skin through hot summer days.
L'Oreal Invisible Protect Sunscreen Spray, SPF 70
Jet.com
"This never feels greasy, it goes on more evenly than I've found with other sprays and keeps me covered even if I go in the water. Plus it's super easy to apply and smells lovely." -- Jamie Feldman, Lifestyle EditorL'Oreal Invisible Protect Sunscreen Spray SPF 70, $10
Big Cloud Daily Face Moisturizer With Sunscreen, SPF 25
Dollarshaveclub.com
"I like this sunscreen from Big Cloud for my face, especially when I go for runs. I just have to make sure I give it time to soak in, or else I'll sweat it off quickly." -- James Cave, Staff Writer, LifestyleBig Cloud Daily Face Moisturizer With Sunscreen, $9
Hawaiian Tropic Sunscreen Sheer Touch Broad Spectrum Sun Care Sunscreen Lotion, SPF 30
Amazon.com
"It smells amazing and gives you a slight shimmer so your skin looks luminous, even if it doesn't have a tan." -- Jessica Kane, Lifestyle EditorHawaiian Tropic Sunscreen Sheer Touch Broad Spectrum Sun Care Sunscreen Lotion, $7
CeraVe Sunscreen Body Lotion, SPF 50
Target.com
"CeraVe has ceramides in it, which help keep your skin moisturized, so I'm moisturizing while I'm protecting my skin."-- Meredith Melnick, Editorial Director, Healthy LivingCeraVe SPF 50 Sunscreen Body Lotion, $8
Skinceuticals Physical Fusion UV Defense, SPF 50
Skinceuticals.com
“I have sensitive skin, so I typically use a physical rather than chemical sunscreen on my face. This fragrance-free version is slightly tinted to counteract the white cast you sometimes get with zinc oxide, and between that and the matte finish, my skin looks better with this on than without."-- Janie Campbell, Senior Editor, Lifestyle
Skinceuticals Physical Fusion UV Defense SPF 50, $34
Skinceuticals Physical Fusion UV Defense SPF 50, $34
Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Body Mist Sunscreen, SPF 100
Drugstore.com
"This stuff is so sweat-resistant, it has passed just about every test in the book. It's also non-comedogenic, so it won't clog your pores. (Just make sure to put a towel on the floor if you apply it inside, because it makes the floor super slippery.)" --Kristen Aiken, Executive Editor, Food and Style
Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Body Mist Sunscreen, SPF 100, $9
Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Body Mist Sunscreen, SPF 100, $9
La Roche-Posay Anthelios Body Ultra Light Sunscreen Fluid, SPF 45
Laroche-posay.us
"It makes my face feel silky-smooth and is better than any makeup primer." --Suzy Strutner, Associate Lifestyle Editor
La Roche-Posay Anthelios 45 Body Ultra Light Sunscreen Fluid, $36
La Roche-Posay Anthelios 45 Body Ultra Light Sunscreen Fluid, $36
Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream Sun Defense For Face, SPF 50
Beautytheshop.com
"I could never find a non-greasy facial sunscreen that didn't mess with my makeup until I discovered this one by Elizabeth Arden. It lasts the entire day and doesn't make my foundation a weird consistency -- I'm hooked." --Michelle Persad, Fashion EditorElizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream Sun Defense For Face Spf50, $23
