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You know how much we work to convince you to use SPF daily. Once you get it into your routine, there's no way back. The only issue may be how some sunscreen formulas may interfere with the performance of your makeup, especially the foundation. It's an extra layer of product, and it may tear your foundation from within. Today, we're bringing you the best sunscreen formulas to use under makeup so you don't have the temptation of skipping it in the name of beauty. Follow us and see what formulas can shield your skin all the while creating the perfect base for your makeup looks.
Is it necessary to wear sunscreen under makeup?
There's only one correct answer for this question: YES! The makeup you apply may create a physical barrier between the sun and your skin, but it does not provide it with reliable protection. You need a proper sun filter, a formula that creates an even shield to protect your skin from radiation. The sunscreen should always be the last skincare step before makeup.
If my makeup contains SPF, do I still need to wear sunscreen?
Once again, the answer is yes! Let us also explain why: the sun protection you get depends on you applying the right amount of product. With makeup, that may not always be the easiest, especially if you like a natural result and apply just a small amount of BB cream or foundation. To play safe, always apply your sunscreen under makeup to make sure you have a trustworthy layer of protection.
Try the best sunscreen under makeup
Some sunscreen formulas are known to compromise the longevity of your makeup, and that's the last thing you want when you prep your skin. With the right formulas, you should be able to get the protection your skin needs without compromising (or even extending!) the lasting power of your makeup products. As you might have noticed already, we know our way around sunscreen. That's why we bring you a list of lovely sunscreen formulas to use under makeup to keep your skin protected while you enhance your beauty.
Dr. Ceuracle Hyal Reyouth Moist Sun SPF50
Ultra-hydrating sunscreen under makeup
Let's start with an impartial suggestion of this author's favorite sunscreen to wear under (or instead of) makeup. In this formula, sun protection and serious hydration meet in the same tube and it works wonders for those with dehydrated and dry skin! Along with the SPF50 shield sits the 10-Hyaluronic Complex, featuring ten forms of hyaluronic acid at high, medium, and low molecular weights that pull water into the skin, granting lasting hydration and a plumping effect. The texture is what wins over daily users: this sun filter comes in an essence-like, weightless texture that melts into the skin, leaving a lovely and healthy glow that works beautifully under makeup without pilling.
Hello Sunday The Illuminating One Glow Primer SPF50
Sunscreen expert primer
You can think of this as many products condensed into one tube. The illuminating pigments give the complexion a light that comes from within, whether you use it under foundation or on its own as the last step of your skincare. The protection also goes beyond the basics: it defends from blue light, infrared, and pollution, the everyday aggressors behind dullness and premature aging. Vitamin C, a powerful antioxidant, neutralizes free radicals while boosting luminosity, and hyaluronic acid takes care of hydration and plumpness. Formulated without silicones or ingredients of animal origin, this is the ideal sunscreen to apply under makeup if you want a glowy finish.
Frudia Velvet Fit Blurring Sun Primer SPF50+
Sunscreen for oily skin
Oily skin and sunscreen have a complicated history, but this formula may well be the solution for any tension. With a velvety base, it delivers the SPF50+ protection you want while blurring the texture and keeping a matte finish that holds. Just like the primer it is, it blurs pores and uneven texture, leaving the complexion smoother and more refined. Wear it alone for a bare-skin look or use it as the first layer of your makeup routine. This is the sunscreen you need to improve the appearance of your skin and makeup, while keeping excess oil at bay.
M.A.C Cosmetics Prep + Prime Face Protect Lotion SPF50
Professional makeup sunscreen
Being a makeup artist's favorite brand for decades, it's no wonder that M.A.C has a lovely sunscreen formula to apply under makeup. Part of the Prep + Prime range, it protects and preps in a single step. The broad-spectrum UVA and UVB filters protect from photoaging, while an antioxidant-enriched formula adds a second layer of defense against environmental stress. What really sets it apart is the application experience and wear, as the lotion feels weightless and absorbs almost instantly. Under foundation, it creates a soft-focus effect that visually blurs texture and helps the makeup sit evenly. Apply it over your favorite moisturizer, give it a moment, and then follow with your foundation as usual.
Dermalogica Skinperfect Primer SPF30
Mineral anti-aging sunscreen
This sunscreen is what you need to apply under your makeup if your preferences and needs go towards a mineral formula with an anti-aging action. The soy protein gives the velvety texture its smoothing power, evening out the skin to allow the foundation to glide on and stay put, while the peptides support firmness over time. Equally important, the pearl powder and natural earth minerals deliver a soft and neutral radiance that revives tired-looking skin. But the key is the broad-spectrum mineral filters, as they shield against UV-induced damage all the while setting a flawless base for your makeup. Each application makes the fine lines appear softened and makeup lasts noticeably longer.
heimish Artless Glow Base SPF50+
K-beauty sunscreen-primer
This sunscreen is ideal to wear under makeup as it primes and moisturizes, setting your makeup look with success. The silky texture melts into the skin, feeling lightweight, leaving a natural radiance without adding shimmer. The rose petal water and apricot seed oil deliver the nourishing care your skin might need before makeup, while the SPF50+ makes sure your makeup sets on a powerful shield. You can use it alone to improve the appearance of your skin, or beneath makeup to extend the longevity while granting the protection your skin needs.
