The Drugstore Sunscreens With The Safest Ingredients
Who doesn’t love a bit of summer sun? Whether you are heading overseas to enjoy a 2 week break in Mallorca or having a staycation in the UK to take full advantage of the current heatwave, for once we can all enjoy a bit of basking in the sunshine this summer! However, if you are going to spend any time outside this summer, whether it be sitting on the common having a boozy picnic or simply popping down to the shops, it is always best to protect your skin from the harmful effects of the sun by using suncream. After all, who wants red-raw and peeling skin? That is not a good look! But you don’t have to splurge on the most expensive La Mer suncream to keep your skin safe. Here are the best drugstore sunscreens with the safest ingredients that you should definitely pick up this summer.
1. Eau Thermale Avène Mineral Ultra-Light Hydrating Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50+.
This SPF 50+ UVA/UVB sunscreen by Avène is hypoallergenic, non-comedogenic, fragrance-free, soap-free and paraben-free which means that it is suitable for even the most sensitive of skin types. This sunblock is also 100% mineral and ultra-light so it will protect your skin from the sun’s harmful rays while not damaging the delicate layers of your skin. Oh, and it also provides your skin with 8 hours of hydration so it’s perfect for those scorching summer days. Say goodbye to scaly skin! This is definitely one of the best drugstore sunscreens!
2. La Roche-Posay Anthelios 50 Mineral Ultra Light Sunscreen Fluid.
A super affordable drugstore sunscreen which is full of skin-loving ingredients is the La Roche-Posay Anthelios 50 Mineral Ultra Light Sunscreen Fluid. That was a mouthful! Mile-long name aside, this sunscreen really is a winner. As well as being SPF 50, this La Roche-Posay mineral sun cream has advanced sun filters, including Zinc Oxide and antioxidant protection. If this isn’t enough to convince you of it’s skin saving powers, it has also won multiple Beauty Awards including the 2012 Women’s Health Beauty Award. Do you need any more persuading?!
3. Coppertone Sensitive Skin Sunscreen Lotion, SPF 50.
A sun cream that will leave your skin protected and free of harmful ingredients is the Coppertone Sensitive Skin Sunscreen Lotion with SPF 50 which is free of oils, dyes, alcohol and has a mineral based Zinc Oxide formula. So, good news, this sunscreen won’t break you out or cause any skin irritations. Although it isn’t quite drugstore as it is only available on Amazon in the UK, at £8 a pot, it is definitely sold at a drugstore price. As well as being cheap as chips, it also has a hypoallergenic, fragrance-free formula so it is gentle enough even for kids.
4. Neutrogena Sensitive Skin Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 60+.
This top rated drugstore sun cream is formulated with a blend of 100% naturally sourced sunscreen ingredients and completely free of all fragrances, nasty chemicals, dyes and oils that would normally irritate your skin. It also has a jaw-dropping SPF factor of 60+, which can’t be said for most drugstore sunblocks. So, if you are in the market for a new oil-free sunscreen lotion that will do the job while doing your skin a world of good, pick up the Neutrogena Sensitive Skin Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 60+ from your local Superdrug or Boots.
5. Cetaphil Daily Defence Moisturiser SPF 50+.
The Cetaphil brand is a well-known favourite amongst celebs such as Jasmine Tookes for good reason. Their products are extremely effective without stripping the skin of it’s natural oils or causing irritation. The Cetaphil Daily Defence Facial Moisturiser with SPF 50+ is certainly no exception. This easily absorbed moisturiser/suncream hybrid provides intense hydration as well as very high, broad-spectrum UVA/UVB photoprotection and is completely fragrance free. Pick it up for only £12.99 from your local Superdrug and I promise, it will quickly become a staple in your beach bag this summer!
So there you have it, with these 5 amazing drugstore sunscreens are made from natural and safe ingredients, you no longer have an excuse to not protect your skin in the sun.
