Captain's Pick 05 · Island Escape
EltaMD UV Daily SPF 40
The dermatologists' favorite — daily face protection with hyaluronic acid that disappears into skin.
See it on Amazon →What it is
EltaMD UV Daily is a lightweight SPF 40 face sunscreen with hyaluronic acid, made to wear every day under makeup or on its own.
Why it's on my list
The island sun is stronger than the sun at home. A face sunscreen you actually like wearing is the one you'll reapply.
Best for
Anyone who skips sunscreen because most of it feels heavy.
Captain's tip
Reapply every two hours outdoors, and right after swimming.
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