I’m frequently told I look ten years younger when I wear tinted sunscreen or mix glow drops with a dewy spf, instead of foundation. New skin loving formulas help you glow with a hydrated, luminous finish,as though you’ve just returned from a detox retreat or holiday.
In Australia, sunscreen is essential year-round, yet it’s only one part of complete sun protection. Hats, sunglasses, protective clothing, and shade are also vital to keep skin safe. Even sitting by a window requires SPF, as UVA rays (the main culprits behind premature ageing) can penetrate glass. According to the Melanoma Institute of Australia, many Australians apply less than half the amount they should, typically, a half teaspoon for the face, neck, and ears, and about a full shot glass (40ml) for the body.
As dermatologists at La Roche-Posay remind us, “Wearing sunscreen daily, indoors and outdoors, is the most crucial skincare step.”
With this advice in mind, here are ten tinted and glow giving products that make sun protection and cheating hydrated, glowing and vibrant skin, effortless.
1. Mineral and Physical Blocks
Summer Fridays ShadeDrops Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Mineral Milk Sunscreen 50ml, $60
Cult brand Summer Fridays’ ShadeDrops SPF 30 Mineral Milk Sunscreen have delivered a tinted, mineral-based formula that you’ll actually want to use every day. Like their famed Jet Lag Mask, this formula just feels so good. This lightweight texture blends ultra smoothly, leaving no white cast and creating a soft, natural glow that works on its own for an off duty look or as a beautiful base. Enriched with antioxidants, it shields skin from environmental stressors while nourishing and perfecting your complexion. Available at MECCA.
Rejuvaus iSolar Invisible Zinc 30ml, $200
Rejuvaus iSolar Invisible Zinc uses advanced non-nano zinc oxide to deliver high-performance protection without the pesky white cast. Its innovative formula includes skin-perfecting particles that deliver a smooth, even appearance, making it a true multi benefit primer with over 20 active and clinically tested skincare ingredients. The lightweight, invisible coverage is suitable for all skin tones, providing seamless, physical uva/uvb protection with skin-caring benefits. Available at Rejuvaus.
2. High Voltage Glow Getters
mesoestetic Mesoprotech Melan 130 Pigment Control 50ml,$84
mesoestetic’s Mesoprotech Melan 130 Pigment Control SPF 50+ is the gold standard for those with pigmentation concerns. This light, glow giving formula provides high sun protection, is ideal for active lifestyles ( waterproof) and helps to even the complexion with a tinted formula that matches most skin tones. Available at Adore Beauty.
Ultraviolette Queen Screen SPF 50+ Luminising Skinscreen™ 50m, $52
Ultraviolette’s Queen Screen SPF 50+ is glowy goodness in a bottle. A luminising SPF combines high-protection sunscreen with a radiant primer effect, leaving skin fresh and dewy. The deliciously rose-scented, lightweight serum glides on effortlessly, delivering hydration and a soft glow without ever feeling heavy handed. Available at Ultraviolette.
The Secret Solar Serum SPF 50, 50ml $110
The Secret Solar Serum SPF 50 combines beauty with function, providing SPF 50 sun protection in a silky, radiant formula. Lightweight and luxurious, it imparts a candle lit glow, while delivering essential protection. The smooth texture melts into skin, creating a luminous finish that’s as sophisticated as it is practical. Available at The Secret Skincare.
Gem Solar Screen SPF 50+ Hydrating Face Sunscreen 30ml $30
Gem Solar Screen SPF 50+ is a high-performing, budget-friendly option that combines hydration and flattering radiance with sun protection. Lightweight and serum-like, it doubles as a primer, delivering a soft, natural glow that makes it ideal for daily wear. Available at Priceline.
3. A Little Extra Coverage
Trinny London BFF SPF 30 Cream Skin Perfector 30ml, $75
Trinny London’s BFF SPF 30 Cream adapts to your skin tone, creating a naturally radiant finish with light coverage. This innovative skin perfector offers SPF 30 protection while hydrating the skin. Using the shade finder tool, you will be matched to a perfect shade plus the unique formula adjusts to your complexion, making it a flattering and fool proof gem for fresh, protected and glowing skin. Available at Trinny London.
Clear Skincare Anti-Pollution BB Cream SPF 30, 50ml $35
Designed for all round wear and busy lifestyles, Clear Skincare’s Anti-Pollution BB Cream SPF 30 provides coverage with SPF 30, shielding skin from pollutants while offering makeup-like finish. The creamy texture smooths and evens out skin, perfect for workdays and video calls when a little extra polish is needed. Available at Priceline.
4. Base Boosters
Avène Sunsitive Sunscreen Tinted Fluid SPF 50+ 50ml, $35.99
Avène Sunsitive Sunscreen Tinted Fluid is perfect for sensitive skin types or anyone looking for a subtle finish without shimmer. It offers high SPF coverage with a lightweight, fluid texture that evens skin imperfections, making it ideal for calming redness or delicate skin. Available at Chemist Warehouse.
Go-To Nifty Fifty Fluid SPF 50+, 50ml $35
Go-To’s Nifty Fifty Fluid SPF 50+ is an ultra-lightweight sunscreen that offers high broad-spectrum protection in a fluid, easily absorbed texture. Mix it into bronzing drops, your favourite foundation or a skin highlighter for a perfect and sheer protective base enhancer. Aloe vera extract soothes and hydrates, leaving skin supple and protected without any greasy residue. Great value and perfect for daily use under makeup, the fluid formula is ideal for anyone wanting to add SPF effortlessly into their routine. Available at MECCA.
These high-performance products transform sun care into a quick, easy part of your beauty regimen, merging skincare with makeup for a fresh look. As La Roche-Posay’s experts remind us, quality sunscreen is an investment in your skin’s long-term health and beauty. Regardless of the product, remember that prolonged high-risk sun exposure should be avoided. Always read the label and follow directions for use, apply the right amount. Frequent re-application and use as directed is necessary for effective sun protection.
The products featured in this story are not paid advertising activity. Some have been provided as media gifts or samples.
