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Minus-Sol Facial Sun Protection is a silky smooth cream that is ideal for women.

When it comes to women and their faces, they are persistent about keeping it as flawless as possible. So when women have to compromise wearing makeup for extra sunscreen protection, some women opt out.

Debra Atkinson, esthetician and skincare technician at The Skin Care Center, said women shouldn’t have to choose. They can have both.

“Most women don’t wear sunscreen because their makeup doesn’t go on over it smoothly,” Atkinson said. “Most makeups have SPF15. So you’re kind of laying on protection.”

Atkinson said it is also important for women to shop for a sunscreen that has UVB provide protection against the burning rays. The products with UVA protect against aging rays.

If you’re looking for some extra protection to throw in your day bag, here is a list of ideal sunscreens from The Skin Care Center:

- Minus-Sol Facial Sun Protection is a silky smooth cream that is ideal for women. It goes on light as a soft moisturizer. This product contains micronized zinc oxide and titanium dioxide to provide long-lasting protection. It also comes in a flesh tone to act as a light foundation or cover-up. This product is a great sunscreen for the face and is a great sunscreen for sensitive skin with a silky texture. It has UVA/UVB protection and is water resistant. $32. The body cream is $39.

- OBAGI has a full line dedicated for pigmentation, age spots and sun spots. It has a thicker consistency, which can make it slightly difficult to apply makeup over it. But it’s a great sun protector. $42.

- La Roche Posay Anthelios SX is a daily moisturizer with a SPF 15 broad spectrum UVA/UVB sunscreen containing Mexoryl. It’s a light, non-greasy daily facial moisturizer that delivers 24 hours of long-lasting hydration and is suitable for sensitive skin. It’s fragrance free and PABA-free. It gives up to six hours of protection. $29.

- Vit C antioxidant sunscreen gives a nice coverage to the face. It moisturizes and helps in the aging process. It has a broad spectrum of UVA/UVB and protects against solar aging. $25.

- Blue Lizard is a sunscreen that isn’t necessarily for the face, but light enough that it can be. It’s popular among the sports crowd because of its reputation as a highly protective sunscreen. It’s fragrance free and water resistant. Various Blue Lizard formulas comes in baby sensitive, sensitive and sport creams. $26.

- Jane Iredale LipDrink is a kissable lip balm with SPF 15. It’s clear and has the consistency of a chapstick. It moisturizes the lips with a light coat. $11.60.




 

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