Between creams that stick, textures that leave a white veil and those that make the foundation move, finding an invisible SPF50+ facial sunscreen is not easy. We want maximum protection, but without compromising on comfort or makeup.
On the face, exposed all year round, UVA promotes wrinkles and spots while UVB directly burns the skin. It is for this area that dermatologists most often recommend SPF50+. All that remains is to find ultra-fine formulas, truly invisible, that we will want to apply every day.
Why an invisible SPF50+ facial sunscreen changes everything
UV rays sneak in even when the sky is gray or behind glass, especially the long UVA rays responsible for premature aging. High-index broad-spectrum protection limits this depleting sun capital. The texture still needs to make you want to be reapplied generously.
For our selection, we sifted through a series of facial sunglasses using simple specifications: very high protection, imperceptible finish, impeccable tolerance and reliable makeup base. From there, three formulas emerged as real favorites.
- SPF50 or SPF50+ index
- UVA and UVB protection
- Fluid texture, milk or gel
- Finished without streaks or grease
Our 3 favorite invisible SPF50+ facial sunscreens
First favorite, The Milky Sunscreen SPF50 – Tatcha, the very first sunscreen from the Japanese brand. Its milky texture, inspired by the very fine fluids popular in Japan, spreads in a few seconds and leaves a fresh sensation. No overpowering perfume, just a comfortable veil that makes a great everyday makeup base.
For those who want sun care, Water Bank SPF – Laneige adopts a serum texture. Enriched with blue hyaluronic acid and blackberry extract, it blends in like a light cream and allows you to apply makeup immediately without lint. Another discovery, the Green Tea Fresh Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ – Dr. Althea, with a very fine aqueous gel, with green tea leaf water and seven centella extracts to soothe sensitive skin.
Choose your invisible facial sunscreen according to your skin
All these sunglasses remain light, but some stick better to a skin type. Oily skin will aim for a very dry fluid; dry skin, milk. In terms of composition, you can choose SPF50+ face creams that are well rated on apps, such as those from Alphanova or Petits Prödiges.
Sunscreen is applied as the last step of treatment, before makeup, to the face and neck. The correct dose is two finger lengths. In case of prolonged exposure, renew every two hours, with an invisible texture so as not to move the make-up.
Is a day cream with SPF enough for the face?
No: the index is often lower and the quantity applied is insufficient to provide good protection.
Can you use body sunscreen on the face?
Yes occasionally, but these creams are often oilier and more fragrant than dedicated facial formulas.
How to prevent sunscreen from making makeup flake?
Leave it on for a few minutes, avoid rubbing and favor very fluid sunscreen textures.
