This Pore-Perfecting Sunscreen Is Better Than Any Primer I've Used
It's the age-old warm-weather beauty dilemma that no one should have to contemplate: Do I skip sun protection in the name of lasting makeup, or do I slather on SPF only to have my face slide off by 1 p.m.?
The real answer: neither. With such a vast array of makeup-friendly SPF formulas (or better yet, makeup with protection built right in), saving face in the dead heat of summer has never been easier—and you officially have zero excuses to skimp on sunscreen. But which products outperform the rest? Keep reading to see our tried-and-true favorites, from sunscreen-foundation hybrids to makeup-setting sprays.
PRIMER
To ensure that a full face of makeup stays put—even when exposed to July heat and humidity—it's all about that base. Swipe on one of these SPF formulas before anything else.
FOUNDATION
Make your foundation work overtime by choosing a product with built-in protection—oh, and since it's summer, let's make sure it's lightweight and shine-proof, too.
FINISHING TOUCHES
Setting powders with an extra dose of protection? An SPF balm that doubles as a highlighter? This is where things take a turn for the innovative.
Want to take your sun protection to the next level? Read up on the most innovative SPF products on the market, from a UV-monitoring patch to a thermal hair mist.
This post was originally published on June 9, 2016.