What to Look for in Men's SPF Products

Choosing the right SPF product is key to protecting your skin from sun damage and premature aging. Here are some important factors to consider when shopping for men's SPF products.

1. Broad-Spectrum Protection

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Look for sunscreens labeled 'broad-spectrum' to ensure protection against both UVA and UVB rays. This helps prevent sunburn, skin cancer, and signs of aging.

2. SPF Rating

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Select an SPF of at least SPF30 for daily use, or higher if you spend extended time outdoors. Higher SPFs offer greater protection but should still be reapplied every two hours.

3. Texture and Finish

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Men often prefer lightweight, non-greasy formulas that absorb quickly and don't leave a white cast. Gels, sprays, or matte-finish lotions are popular options for a comfortable feel.

4. Skin Type Compatibility

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Choose a sunscreen that matches your skin type—oil-free or mattifying formulas for oily skin, hydrating options for dry skin, and fragrance-free versions if you have sensitive skin.

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    Play Everyday Lotion With Sunflower Extract SPF 50
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    A fast-absorbing, non-greasy, water and sweat-resistant, and broad-spectrum SPF 50 lotion for face and body.
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    Unseen Sunscreen SPF 50

    Supergoop!

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    The iconic 100% invisible, weightless, scentless sunscreen that's non-irritating and doubles as a primer.
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    Shake Shake SPF 50 Mineral Milk
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    Vacation® Shake Shake SPF 50 Mineral Milk is the mineral face sunscreen you’ve been waiting for.
  4. 4
    Sun Drops Broad-Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 50
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    Shield your delicate skin from the sun's rays with these innovative sunscreen drops designed with SPF 50 sun protection.
  5. 5
    Better Screen UV Serum SPF 50+

    Kiehl's Since 1851

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    A lightweight sunscreen serum with Collagen Peptide that helps protect against sun damage and helps visibly correct early signs of aging.
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    Glow Stick SPF 50

    Supergoop!

    589 REVIEWS
    A sunscreen that offers glow-boosting hydration and invisible broad-spectrum UV protection.
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    Glow Oil SPF 50

    Supergoop!

    554 REVIEWS
    An ultra-hydrating sunscreen body oil that leaves skin glowing and protected, without feeling greasy.
  8. 8
    Super Spritz Face Mist SPF 50
    442 REVIEWS
    BestSeller
    A premium face mist sunscreen specially formulated with daily use in mind, designed to work well over makeup.
  9. 9
    UV Stick Broad-Spectrum SPF 50+
    148 REVIEWS
    EltaMD UV Stick is easy-to-apply, mess-free, residue-free sun protection and formulated for the whole family and all skin types
  10. 10
    Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Sunscreen Body Cream
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    Innovative reparative sunscreen featuring SolarSmart technology that stabilizes high-level protection against the effects of UVA/UVB rays.

What to Look for in Men's SPF Products

Choosing the right SPF product is key to protecting your skin from sun damage and premature aging. Here are some important factors to consider when shopping for men's SPF products.

1. Broad-Spectrum Protection

Citrus catapult arrow

Look for sunscreens labeled 'broad-spectrum' to ensure protection against both UVA and UVB rays. This helps prevent sunburn, skin cancer, and signs of aging.

2. SPF Rating

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Select an SPF of at least SPF30 for daily use, or higher if you spend extended time outdoors. Higher SPFs offer greater protection but should still be reapplied every two hours.

3. Texture and Finish

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Men often prefer lightweight, non-greasy formulas that absorb quickly and don't leave a white cast. Gels, sprays, or matte-finish lotions are popular options for a comfortable feel.

4. Skin Type Compatibility

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Choose a sunscreen that matches your skin type—oil-free or mattifying formulas for oily skin, hydrating options for dry skin, and fragrance-free versions if you have sensitive skin.