New York Post Composite When Sun Bum hits 30% off, it’s not a casual add-to-cart moment. You best believe it’s a full-on drop everything and run situation.
I’ve tried nearly every SPF under the sun—from body to face sunscreen—and I’m lathering the best ones on all day, so trust me when I say it takes a lot to impress me. Some are too greasy, some smell like a pool locker room and some just sit on your skin like an unwelcome guest.
Let’s start with the obvious: SPF 50. Dermatologists usually recommend at least SPF 30, but this is the real-deal, grown-up sun protection that shields your skin from both UVA and UVB rays (aka wrinkles and burns, no thank you).
This one is remarkably pleasant to use for how different is how it feels. Instead of that thick, pasty situation we all suffered through as kids (ahem, white streaks that never blended), this one goes on like a legit moisturizer.
It’s lightweight, smooth and disappears into your skin in seconds, all without the stickiness and unwanted residue.
TBH, the fact that it doubles as a daily lotion is where it *really* wins me over. I’m all about anything that simplifies my routine, and this means I’m moisturizing and protecting my skin in one step. It’s packed with vitamin E and hydrating ingredients, so your skin actually feels soft and glowy once rubbed in. Don’t worry, no SPF cement feeling.
Also, let’s talk about the scent for a second. It smells like a beach day in the best way and isn’t overpowering, which is an absolute dream for my sensitive skin.
Sun Bum is iconic for a reason. It somehow made sunscreen feel fun, which is not an easy task, and this lotion is proof. It’s reliable, easy and actually enjoyable to use: three things I absolutely require before committing to a product long-term.
So when it’s 30% off on Amazon? Yeah, our bums are running. Running. Because a sunscreen this good at that price is basically a public service, and I, for one, am not missing out.
For a fast-absorbing, glow-producing face sunscreen, this one from TULA is another go-to of mine and an excellent value, given the tube size.
For a formula that marries a face sunscreen and tinted moisturizer, this bottle from Summer Fridays has that it-factor.
For a budget-friendly SPF that feels high-end (and smells amazing), this less-than-$15 option from Sun Bum is yours for the taking.
This article was written by Victoria McDonnell, New York Post Commerce Journalist & Content Strategist, who has spent countless hours researching, testing hundreds of products and comparing the latest makeup, skincare, hair and beauty items and trends to determine what’s truly worth your hard-earned cash. She evaluates formulas, textures, ingredients and more, in addition to consulting medical and industry experts. Some of Victoria’s latest conquests include testing the best sheet masks on the market, and a rinse-and-repeat review of the best shampoos for all hair types and budgets. Victoria, who received a beauty industry essentials certification from the Fashion Institute of Technology, has been creating shopping guides for the New York Post since 2021 and previously held positions at Insider Reviews and CNN Underscored.
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