Piz Buin Allergy Sun Sensitive Skin Face Cream SPF50+, 50ml

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The best sunscreens you can buy in 2023 1. Avène Intense Protect SPF 50+: Best sun cream for very sensitive skin If you don’t know your SPFs from your UVAs and UVBs, read on as we shed some light on what to look out for with our handy buying guide below – before listing our favourite sunscreens on the market right now. What shoppers say: "I have tried lots of other face sun creams and they always break me out and make me very shiny (even more expensive/more popular ones)," one person wrote in a five-star review. "So I researched a lot before buying a new one and this one has worked amazing, dries matte, smells nice and doesn't break me out at all!" It’s no wonder that doctors, dermatologists and beauty editors alike will tell you that protecting your skin is of paramount importance. But sadly, not all sunscreens are created equal. As is often the case, it’s worth investing in a quality product that will do the job effectively and give you much-needed peace of mind whether you’re at the beach, park or just lounging in your garden.

The British Association of Dermatologists suggests that an SPF of 30 and a star rating of four out of five is “generally considered as a good standard of sun protection” (as long as this is paired with protective clothing and periods spent in the shade). The EU recommendation is that creams should offer UVA protection that’s at least a third of the SPF, so if you see a bottle with the letters UVA in a circle, you can be assured that it meets this minimum requirement. Sunscreens that offer strong protection against both UVB and UVA radiation are termed “broad spectrum” products.

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Source: Parthenolide-depleted Feverfew (Tanacetum parthenium) protects skin from UV irradiation and external aggression, Arch Dermatol Res (2008) 300:69–80 READ MORE: Boots launches huge summer sale with thousands of beauty, skincare and electrical favourites reduced However, a couple of people who tried the cream found that it left their skin stained. One person said: "I am fair skinned. Stains skin yellow even when well rubbed in. Unusable!" Nivea Sun

What shoppers say: "Lovely cream, not greasy, sinks in and great to know it gives factor 50 protection," one person wrote in their review. "My skin is sensitive to sun so I am thrilled to have found this cream." As suncare specialists, we use innovative technologies to make sure you achieve the right balance of colour and protection whenever you enjoy the sun. What shoppers say: "On first application I thought it would leave me greasy as my face way quite shiny, however once fully absorbed this left my skin glowing, no redness, very hydrated and no clogged pores!" an impressed shopper said. "During the warmer weather in the UK I have replaced my daily moisturiser with this and can reapply any time of the day and my skin still glows." What the brand says: "This sun cream combines immediate and effective UVA/UVB sun protection with Calmanelle, a unique anti-irritant shield complex proven to help strengthen the skin's resilience to the sun. The cream provides hours of moisturisation to keep the delicate skin of the face soft. Sweat and water resistant."

Source: Johnson & Johnson R&D, Method: application of UV radiations on human skin ex plant and assessing the sunburn cells induced. What shoppers say: "This is my favourite SPF of all time," one fan of the cream wrote in their review. "Gentle, no white cast and non-greasy. I have acne prone skin and I have never broken out from this. I'm on my 12th bottle of this now." FEVERFEW PFE ™ helps protect against sunburn by stimulating natural processes that help maintain skin cell integrity* and strengthen their resilience to the sun. Believe it or not, the best thing you can do for your skin daily is to apply a sunscreen. Not only will this reduce the chances of your skin ageing prematurely, but it will also protect you against harmful skin cancers. And if you think sunscreen is only essential on sunny days, think again. For maximum protection, you’re supposed to apply it even when it’s cloudy outside – and even if you spend most of your time indoors.

FEVERFEW PFE ™ helps protect against cell alterations, decreases UVB-induced erythema and helps repair UV-damaged cells. Up to 60% improvement on UVB induced erythema and redness. UVA rays – "aeging rays" - penetrate deeper and damage collagen and elastin, which can result in premature skin ageing and cancer.What the brand says:"The formula offers very high SPF protection to help prevent sun induced dark spots, while protecting skin from pollution induced oxidative stress. Its ultra-light texture is absorbed instantly and offers daily hydration without leaving a greasy finish on skin." The sun emits two types of ultraviolet radiation. UVA affects the skin’s elastin, leading to wrinkles and premature ageing (although it’s also linked to developing skin cancers). UVB is responsible for sunburn and can increase the risk of skin cancers, too. Certain sunscreens carry a UVA star rating from zero to five, which indicates how much UVA radiation they absorb, relative to UVB radiation. Don’t be alarmed if there isn’t a number on the bottle, though: the rating system was devised and is owned by Boots, so not all brands carry it. What shoppers say: "Great face sun cream, non oily and sat well under my make-up," was one person's verdict. "Lasts all day as it says, I burn very easily and wasn't burnt at all after being in the sun all day!" Source: Johnson & Johnson publication in Arch Dermatol Res Feb 2008; 300 (2) 69-80, Randomised, placebo-controlled, double blind study on 12 volunteers. What the brand says: "Formulated for sensitive skin, this is a 3‐in‐1 facial skincare hero: anti‐UV, anti‐pollution, light tinted coverage. It provides a very broad spectrum UVA-UVB protection and anti-oxidant protection using a combination of exclusive active ingredients."