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SPF

Sunscreen is the single most important step for preventing premature ageing and protecting your skin from UV damage. We review chemical, mineral and hybrid SPF products, focusing on protection level, finish, white cast and how well they sit under makeup.

4 products reviewed

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Our SPF Picks

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Editor’s Pick

La Roche-Posay

La Roche-Posay Anthelios UVMune 400

Best for: High UVA protection – daily wear

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Contains Mexoryl 400 — one of the most advanced UVA filters available
Broad-spectrum protection covering ultra-long UVA wavelengths
Can leave a slight white cast on deeper skin tones depending on the variant
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Supergoop

Supergoop Unseen Sunscreen SPF 40

Best for: Makeup-friendly SPF with an invisible finish

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Completely invisible — no white cast on any skin tone
Silicone-based primer finish helps makeup adhere
SPF 40 rather than 50 — adequate for daily use but not the highest available
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Beauty of Joseon

Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun: Rice + Probiotics SPF50+

Best for: Affordable daily SPF with a dewy finish

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Very affordable compared to Western SPF alternatives
Lightweight texture absorbs quickly
Dewy finish may feel too shiny for very oily skin types
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Canmake

Canmake Mermaid Skin Gel UV SPF50+

Best for: Lightweight gel SPF – primer-like finish

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Gel-water texture feels very light on the skin
No white cast — suitable for all skin tones
Small 40g tube may not last long with proper application amounts
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