SPF Special: 10 sunscreens for the beach…

Every time we’re off on vacation, it’s time to choose a swimsuit . And with our tips, we’re sure you’ll find the ideal model. But what good is donning the most stylish swimsuit on the beach, if you resemble an overripe tomato or worse, a lobster? So, to avoid sunburn and get a healthy sun-kissed skin, work on your tan slowly but surely, and use sun protection!

However, choosing the right sunscreen can sometimes turn into a headache. So, to simplify your life, Marie France has compiled ​​for you the top 10 sunscreens out there. Now all you need to do is put on some shorts, a briefcase under your arm, sunglasses on your nose and head to the beach!

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PROTECTIVE MIST

Welfare and protection come together in this refreshing mist that invites a recurrent use during sun exposure. Playful, refreshing but most importantly protective, this sunscreen leaves no trace and is instantly absorbed.

Sun Protect & Refresh Invisible Cooling Mist SPF 30 ( Nivea Sun, approx. USD16.6 for 200 ml)

OIL – HIGH PROTECTION

Anthelios combines the comfort of an oil, the effectiveness of high protection sunscreen, a “touch-dry” texture and a satin finish – all in a pump for accurate dosing. The best part? It can be used on the face and body!

Anthelios SPF50 + invisible nutritious oil ( La Roche-Posay , approx. USD26.4 for 200 ml)

SPECIFIC CARE

Adaptasun offers complete protection depending on the nature of the skin and the amount of sunshine. It includes a range of treatments which rehabilitate the skin to allow it to adapt to the sun. We love the creamy and velvety texture of the body milk which leaves a golden finish on the skin.

Adaptasun Sensitive Skin tanning body lotion (Esthederm, approx. USD65 for 150 ml)

EXTREME PROTECTION

Even the most sensitive skin can be exposed to the sun safely through this face and body milk outstanding filtering system; an optimal protection which respects the biological mechanisms of the skin. As a bonus, the product range will offer a new look with color codes to distinguish different levels of protection.

Extreme Milk Very High Protection SPF 50 + (Bioderma, approx. USD19 for 100 ml)

 A MORE BEAUTIFUL SKIN IN THE SUN

Sunscreen is essential to maintain a beautiful skin. But the ideal is to display perfect skin even at the beach which is hard since almost all the sun screens leave us with white marks or dry skin. With Sublime Sun, there no need to choose between protection and a beautiful iridescent veil. Enriched with argan oil, this treatment also provides long-lasting hydration.

Sublime Sun Ideal Tan SPF30 beautifying milk (L’Oréal Paris, approx. USD18 for 200 ml) 

IMMEDIATE ABSORPTION

Ideal for water sports, this high protection mist allows a gradual tan and can even applied on wet skin.

Sun Sport invisible Mist Wet Skin Application , Progressive Tan (Lancaster, approx. USD41.5 for 125 ml)

 

 DIVINE TANNING

From Nuxe’s first line of suncare, comes this milky transparent and non-sticky spray which protects from sunburn and activates natural tanning of the skin during and after swimming. It combines protection and glamour, and leaves the skin supple. After the Extraordinary Oil, would this be the brand’s next best-selling product?

Milky Spray for Face and Body SPF 20 (Nuxe, 150 ml)

RAPID PROTECTION

With this non-greasy and water resistant sunscreen spray, the skin is protected from harmful rays and premature aging. A formula that penetrates in an instant.

Invisible Sun Spray SPF 30 (La Biosthetique, approx. USD30 150 ml)

 

POCKET SIZE STICK

Sisley offers us a gem to carry around and protect sensitive areas of the face at any time of the day. Colorless or tinted, this high protection moisturizing stick is very resistant to water and sweat. It can be applied on the lips, cheeks, around the eyes, nose and forehead. It also does not itch or melt and preserves the softness of the skin. To consume without moderation!

Super Stick Solaire High Protection (Sisley, USD108 for 11 g)

HIGH EXPERTISE

This sunscreen with a very light and soft texture provides optimal protection for the whole family. Formulated to minimize the risk of allergy, Sensitive Expert+ is suitable for clear, sensitive and intolerant skin.

Protective Cream Sensitive Skin SPF 50+ Sensitive Expert+ (Garnier Ambre Solaire, approx. USD15)