10 New Sunscreens You’ll *Actually* Want To Wear

Ready for a sun-soaked summer? At home or away, SPF is a must. While slathering on sunscreen every day can feel like a chore, soaking up the sun—even on short errands or through a window—can lead to serious potential issues, from sunburn and premature signs of aging to skin cancer.

Thankfully, sunscreens have come a long way from the thick, chalky and heavily scented formulas of years past. Chemical sunscreens (which contain ingredients like oxybenzone and avobenzone that work by absorbing harmful rays) and mineral sunscreens (which contain filters like titanium dioxide and zinc oxide to physically block them) now come in an array of ultra-comfortable and often invisible innovative formulas.

Whether you're looking for a lightweight, everyday option or a quick solution for on-the-go touch-ups, these new sunscreens have textures so luxurious that you'll actually want to wear them.

The best sunscreens to shop for 2024

Bioré UV Aqua Rich Weightless Moisturizer SPF 30, $16

A bestseller in Japan, the Bioré Aqua Rich UV Weightless Moisturizer—which comes in SPF 30 or 50—has been reformulated with Health Canada-approved chemical filters, but hasn’t lost its signature lotion-like texture. Dry skin types will love the extra boost of hydration.

Neutrogena Purescreen+ Mineral UV Tint Face Liquid Sunscreen SPF 30, $16

Available in three shades that adapt to most skin tones, this tinted mineral sunscreen is perfect for no-makeup days. The liquid formula blends in easily and hydrates skin as you wear it thanks to the addition of vitamin E.

Ultra Violette Fave Fluid Ultralight Screen SPF 50+, $57

Hailing from sunny Australia, Ultra Violette offers sunscreens that blend comfortable UV filters and skincare actives. The brand just launched a curated selection of products in Canada, including this fragrance-free fluid that boasts a satiny finish and beautifully preps skin for makeup.

Shiseido Ultra Sun Protector Spray SPF 40, $49

Applying sunscreen is a chore, but this spray formula makes it much easier to cover hard-to-reach areas. It goes on clear and is water- and sweat-resistant for up to 80 minutes.

Avène Mineral Sunscreen Stick SPF 50, $35

This fragrance-free, water-resistant mineral formula was created specifically for sensitive skin. Mineral formulas tend to leave a white cast behind, but this one goes on almost clear. The stick format is great for on-the-go touch-ups throughout the day. (PSA: You should reapply SPF every two hours.)

Glow Recipe Watermelon Glow Dew Balm SPF 45, $41

Nostalgic for Push Pops? You'll love this jelly-like, SPF-infused version of Glow Recipe's beloved Watermelon Glow Niacinamide Dew Drops serum. The formula evens out skin tone and offers broad-spectrum protection, while also providing an instant dewy glow.

Kiehl’s Beyond Screen UV Serum SPF 50+, $56

Formulated with peptides, this SPF boasts the texture and benefits of a serum. It can be worn under makeup in the morning, and reapplied over top throughout the day.

Tatcha The Silk Sunscreen SPF 50, $86

Sheer and weightless are two words rarely associated with sunscreen, but they aptly describe Tatcha's new-to-Canada mineral formulation. It contains hyaluronic acid and niacinamide, as well as silk extract to hydrate, smooth and dial up the skin's natural glow.

Supergoop! Every. Single. Face. Watery Lotion SPF 50, $46

This lightweight, water-like SPF cools skin as you apply it, making it perfect for sweltering days. It goes on completely clear on all skin tones and is suitable for sensitive and oily skin types alike. It's water- and sweat-resistant for up to 40 minutes.

Nuda Solarglow Mineral Serum Sunscreen SPF 30, $47

Known for its top-notch self-tanners, Montreal brand Nuda has entered the sun protection game with Solarglow, a dewy sunscreen formulated with zinc oxide. The serum-like SPF contains niacinamide, squalane and vitamin E to hydrate and plump skin.

Consider this the last step in your morning skincare routine, whether you follow up with makeup or not.