![]() ![]() Then they soak in a tub of water for 40 or 80 minutes, depending on the product’s water-resistance claim. To check SPF, a standard amount of each sunscreen is applied to a 2x3-inch rectangle on each panelist’s back. We also do a different test to determine UVA protection, which we think gives more helpful results. “We use three samples, preferably with different lot numbers, of each product.” For SPF-a measure of how well a product protects against UVB rays-we test the sunscreens on fewer people than the FDA’s protocol calls for, and we test only after water immersion because if a product holds up on wet skin, it should hold up on dry skin. “We buy the sunscreens for our tests off the shelf, the way consumers would,” says Susan Booth, who oversees our sunscreen testing. CR members have access to our full sunscreen ratings. Below are some of the top-performing sunscreens in our tests, listed in alphabetical order within their category. ![]() So whatever your issues with sunscreen-whether you think it’s greasy or gloppy, you don’t use enough of it, or you’re just overwhelmed by the number of different products to choose from-our advice and ratings can help. Our sensory specialists also objectively evaluate the scent and feel of each sunscreen and provide a description so you can choose a product that appeals to you. (Protection against UVB is represented by a sunscreen’s SPF.) Both types contribute to skin cancer risk. UVA rays are primarily responsible for aging, while UVB rays are the ones that mostly cause sunburn. We’ve tested dozens of sprays and lotions in the lab to determine how well they will protect your skin against radiation from ultraviolet A and B rays from the sun. But we’ve discovered major differences even among products made by the same brands, and our tests have found that sometimes the protection offered by a sunscreen doesn’t match the SPF listed on the label. And Consumer Reports testing has found that you don’t have to pay top dollar to find one that works. All of our full-body sunscreen picks have this rating.There’s an elixir that can keep your skin from looking old before its time and protect you against the most common type of cancer-it’s called sunscreen. Water resistance: Although some of our facial-sunscreen picks are water resistant, if water resistance is your top priority, you may want to consider using a formula rated to resist moisture for up to 80 minutes-the highest such claim allowed by the FDA.Formulas that rub in easily and feel good to wear: We’ve considered a range of sunscreens with chemical UV filters, physical UV blockers, or some combinations of both, favoring those that suit most skin types and tones.“Broad spectrum” protection: Look for the words “broad spectrum” on the label to confirm that a sunscreen covers the full UV range, providing protection against both UVB and UVA rays.For this review, we excluded sunscreens with an SPF lower than 30, but we didn’t exclude sunscreens with a higher SPF. Higher-SPF formulas can be harder to rub in and can leave more of a white cast while providing minimal additional protection. SPF 30 or more: A sunscreen marked SPF 30 should shield skin from 97% of the sun’s UVB rays, and it’s what the American Academy of Dermatology advises as a minimum for daily wear. ![]()
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