The official guidelines on keeping our skin protected in the sun state that you should reapply sun cream every two hours, but this isn't particularly practical if you're wearing a full face of make-up. Luckily there are some great SPFs on the market nowadays that can be applied seamlessly over make-up without disrupting it, to keep your safe yet still keeping your glam intact.
Google searches for 'over make-up SPF' have seen a dramatic increase in the last few weeks as we step into summer and the (hopefully) warmer weather, and so it's a good idea to stock up on these spritzes and sprays now.
Here are our favourites that will keep you sun safe without ruining your make-up...
Best SPF to apply over make-up
Garnier Ambre Solaire Over Makeup Super UV Protection Mist SPF50
A handbag essential and often on offer (Laura Mulley)We think Garnier makes some of the best sunscreens on the high street, and this can should be a handbag must-have. It's super-lightweight and looks and feels invisible on the skin, and also includes skin boosters such as vitamin E and hyaluronic acid. You'll often find it on offer, too.
Garnier Ambre Solaire Over Makeup Super UV Protection Mist SPF50, £10.40 from LookFantastic (usual price £13)
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Ultrasun SPF50 UV Face & Scalp Mist
Ultrasun is a favourite with beauty editors (Laura Mulley)Ultrasun SPFs are favourites amongst beauty insiders for their tried-and-trusted formulas and high UVA ratings, and we love this mist. The aerosol is a little more powerful than Garnier's, giving what feels like a slightly more thorough coating, but it's still incredibly lightweight.
We love that it can be used on the scalp too, as the hairline is often forgotten about.
- Ultrasun SPF50 UV Face & Scalp Mist, £17.60 from LookFantastic (usual price £22)
Ultra Violette Preen Screen SPF 50 Reapplication Mist
From trending sun protection brand Ultra Violette (Space NK)Ultra Violette has successfully made sun protection cool again with its modern packaging and innovative formulas, with something for everyone. Unlike the others here, this has a pump dispenser rather than an aerosol and a water-like consistency, and is great for dry skin.
Ultra Violette Preen Screen SPF 50 Reapplication Mist, £32 from Cult Beauty
La Roche-Posay Anthelios Invisible Fresh Mist SPF50
Great for oilier skin (Amazon)This one is a great option for oily skin as it helps to mattify and minimise shine while also topping up your sun protection. Like a lot of La Roche-Posay products, it's also good for sensitive skin.
It's readily available at a number of retailers but the cheapest we've currently found it is on Amazon.
La Roche-Posay Anthelios Invisible Fresh Mist SPF50, £13.95 from Amazon (usual price £18.98)
Kate Somerville UncompliKated SPF 50 Soft Focus Makeup Setting Spray
A make-up setting spray and high factor SPF in one (Laura Mulley)We shouldn't even really be including this one as it's now technically discontinued (for reasons unknown to us, as it's brilliant), but if you can still find, it's definitely worth stocking up on. Initially created by Kate to use on her A-list clients after a facial treatment, it'll refresh and set your make-up in place while giving factor 50 sun protection.
Kate Somerville UncompliKated SPF 50 Soft Focus Makeup Setting Spray, £34 from Cosmetify
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