Skin Savers
For optimum sun protection this summer, follow our guide to the best sunscreens.
Sunscreen comes in two forms—chemical blocks, which break down harmful rays after they enter your skin, and physical blocks, which prevent sun from getting into skin.
Sunscreens that contain physical blocks like zinc and titanium dioxide provide full UVA/UVB protection without additional chemicals that can irritate sensitive skin.
Our staff favorites (see * in each category) blend easily into the skin and don't leave behind a filmy white residue.
| $15 & UNDER |
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| Eau Thermale Avene Sunscreen Cream for Sensitive Areas SPF 50 | $13 |
| Badger Sunblock SPF 30 For Face & Body | $14 |
| Blue Lizard Australian Suncream SPF 30 Sensitive | $10 |
| *Burt's Bees Chemical-Free Sunscreen SPF 15 | $15 |
| Neutrogena Sensitive Skin Sunblock Lotion SPF 30 | $10 |
| Ocean Potion Organic Broad Spectrum Sunblock Lotion SPF 30 | $9 |
| UNDER $30 | |
| California Baby Everyday/Year-Round SPF 30+ Sunscreen | $18 |
| DCL UVA/UVB Chemfree Superblock SPF 30 | $27 |
| DDF Organic Sun Protection SPF 30 | $28 |
| Dermalogica Ultra Sensitive Faceblock SPF 25 | $26 |
| Dr. Hauschka Skin Care Sunscreen Lotion SPF 15 | $21 |
| Erbaviva Childrens Sunscreen | $28 |
| Jason Sunbrellas Sun Care Chemical Free Sunblock SPF 30+ | $19 |
| Kerstin Florian Spa Sun Sun Protection SPF 30 | $25 |
| *UV Natural Adult SPF 30+ | $29 |
| OVER $30 | |
| Dermalogica Super Sensitive Faceblock SPF 30 | $45 |
| Naturopathica Lavender UV Protective Cream SPF 17 | $56 |
| NIA 24 Sun Damage Prevention 100% Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 | $55 |
| SkinCeuticals Physical UV Defense SPF 30 | $35 |
| *3LAB Perfect Lite Sunblock SPF 30 | $45 |
For a guide to eco-friendly beach gear, pick up the July/August 2007 issue of Natural Health.
Don't see your favorite skin protection product? Visit the Natural Health forum and let us know what works for you.
