So I have a dilemma: In about two weeks I'll be vacationing on a cruise to the Caribbean and with all the sunscreen options out there I can't seem to figure out which one is going to best meet my needs. No, not all sunscreens are created equal. Some are waterproof, others work great for sensitive baby skin, and there are even sunscreen formulas with anti-aging benefits.
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But how do you now how to choose your best sunscreen? It depends on what you're looking for. And the good news is there are so many cheap options these days, you can probably afford to try out a few different ones. When I say cheap, I'm talking 10 bucks or less. Stay safe in the sun with some of these affordable sunscreens!
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Sheer dry
I hate the way some sunscreens leave a nasty, white residue that shows especially on tan or dark skin tones. The Banana Boat Sunblock Spray ($8) not only does it go on sheer, but it dries off almost instantly so you don’t feel sticky and gross for hours.
Moisturizing
It’s strange, but I always find myself deeply moisturizing my skin with lotion before ever applying sunscreen. But with the Hawaiian Tropic Silk Hydration Continuous Spray Sunscreen SPF 15 ($8) you really don’t have to. This ultra-rich formula leaves skin smooth and moisturized for up to 12 hours.
Get bronzed
Self-tanner over sunscreen (or the other way around) can get a little messy. Try Australian Gold Continuous Spray Instant Bronzer SPF 15 ($8). It keeps skin protected while also providing a natural-looking, golden tan.
Natural
For all the organic beauty product lovers out there, try Alba Botanica Hawaiian Natural Sunscreen with Aloe Vera ($8). It’s great if you struggle with sensitive skin and the aloe vera helps keep sooth skin from all those hours of sun exposure.
For baby
Aveeno Baby Continous Protection Sunscreen Lotion SPF 55 ($9) provides long-lasting sun protection for your little one. It’s also made with soothing oatmeal to help moisturize and nourish your bebecito’s ultra delicate skin.
For the kids
During the summer all your kiddies are going to want to do is splash in the water. A waterproof sunscreen, like Neutrogena Wet Skin Kids Sunscreen Spray SPF 70 ($10) will make for less reapplying. One less thing to worry about right?
Anti-aging benefits
Sun exposure causes wrinkles, but you can prevent and ward them off with Ocean Potion Suncare Anti Skin Aging Face Potion with Olive Extract SPF 45 ($7). The olive oil keeps skin soft and nourished.
Cool off
Keep yourself cool with Neutrogena Fresh Cooling Sunscreen Body Mist SPF 70 ($9). It protects and keep you constantly refreshed for hours.
Use a stick
If your baby is giving you a hard time applying that sunscreen lotion, try a sunscreen stick like Burt’s Bees Baby Bee Face & Body Sunscreen Stick SPF 30 ($10). It’s SO much easier to use!
Sweat-proof
A sweat-proof sunscreen like Coppertone Sport High Performance Broad Spectrum SPF 30 ($8) is perfect for athletic folks. Apply some the next time you go out for a day time run.
