Summer is here, and whether you're lounging by the pool or hitting the beach, sun protection and a gorgeous tan are a must! As a skincare enthusiast, I've tried my fair share of sunscreens and tanning products, and these are the ones that have earned...
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Sunscreen
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One of the best sunscreens I’ve ever used. It doesn't leave a white cast and almost feels like it’s just another moisturizer. Best of all, it leaves a nice subtle glow when worn on its own, and also doesn't peel under makeup.
Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun
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This is one of my favorite mineral sunscreens by far. Being a mineral sunscreen, it does leave a white cast (as all mineral sunscreens do!) but it applies easily under makeup and helps protect my face all day. It never irritates my skin and keeps it ...
CeraVe Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 with Hyaluronic Acid
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This is an ideal size to carry in your purse. I use this stick for touch ups or on days when I forget to put on sunscreen. It is perfect for a quick wipe on ears, neck, forehead, or nose.
Neutrogena Baby Mineral Sunscreen Stick
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I love this sunscreen. It smells wonderful, spreads incredibly well, and could take the place of a moisturizer if you wanted it to. When I use other sunscreens, either they clog up my pores or make me look shiny and oily. This one absorbs into my ski...
COSRX Aloe Soothing Sun Cream SPF50 PA+++
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Your best defense against UV damage is wearing sunscreen, but adding vitamin C serum to the mix can actually help boost its efficacy. Most derms recommend layering vitamin C with SPF 30 (minimum!), or you can use a formula that combines the two.
Daily Dose Vitamin C + SPF 40 Sunscreen Serum PA+++
Tanning
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I’ve tried multiple self-tanners and so far for the price and quality, this is my favorite! I use a mitt and face brush to apply. I’m very pale and this gave me a nice natural tan without the obvious orange shading. I think the violet base to this do...
b.tan Dark Self Tanner Mousse - 1 Hour Express
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These are my favorite tanning drops! Just start out with a few drops in your moisturizer until you find the exact amount you need to get to the shade you like. I’ve got so many compliments on it.
Isle of Paradise Self Tanning Drops
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I really love these drops. They give me a good glow and are easy to use. I add them to my moisturizer and in a couple of hours I’m glowing. I’m very acne prone, but these did not make my acne worse.