Shoppers Say This Moisturizing Sunscreen From a Jennifer Garner-approved Brand Is Their 'Holy Grail SPF'

No matter the weather, using sunscreen with a high SPF is crucial in protecting the skin against damage from UV rays, even indoors. Opting not to use SPF can lead to premature aging, fine lines, skin cancers, and discoloration. Since it’s highly recommended to wear SPF daily, finding one that’s lightweight, moisturizing, and won’t result in clogged pores can be challenging, specifically if you have sensitive skin or anticipate layering makeup over top. 

We’re here to tell you we found the perfect solution: the Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Moisturizing Sunscreen. Not only are celebrities like Jennifer Garner and Kerry Washington, fans of the brand (both are ambassadors), but it’s also dermatologist recommended. Not to mention it’s won over an impressive number of shoppers as well. This lightweight, hydrating serum is formulated to wear on its own and underneath makeup as a primer. One shopper even mentioned that it’s their “holy grail SPF” while another reviewer said they “haven’t had any issues with peeling, and it layers beautifully under makeup.” 

To buy: target.com, $15

Finding a non-comedogenic SPF is vital if you’re hoping to pair it with makeup since it’s less likely to clog pores and cause breakouts. This serum from Neutrogena is soft and weightless, making it suitable for everyday wear, even if you plan on staying indoors. It sits at a comfortable $15 price point, which is reasonable in comparison to other high-end sunscreens on the market. One reviewer who’s “tried so many high-end sunscreens” tested this out on a trip to Mexico and said it was “so lightweight and comfortable while providing great coverage” for their sensitive and acne-prone skin. 

Since it features no synthetic fragrance, it’s a formula worth exploring if you’ve had skin sensitivity to SPF and other skincare products in the past. It also applies incredibly sheer, leaving no white cast behind once applied, making it suitable for deeper skin tones. “I have melasma, and the sun causes it to get worse,” said a shopper with melanin-rich skin, continuing to say, “This product is sheer and invisible. It works.”  

If you tend to avoid wearing SPF daily because you can’t stand the greasy texture, this serum is formulated with vitamin E to hydrate and soften the skin with zero greasy residue and “soaks in quickly,” according to one shopper. It features an SPF of 60+, which surpasses the dermatologist-recommended SPF level of 30 for the face. If you plan on splashing around in some water-filled activities, you’ll want to be sure to reapply every 80 minutes. 

For a travel-size SPF 60+ sunscreen — in a TSA-friendly 1.7-ounce bottle — that’s non-greasy, hydrating, and plays well with makeup, try out the shopper-loved Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Moisturizing Sunscreen available at Target. 

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