Face

• La Roche Posay Anethelios 60 Ultra Light Sunscreen. Packed with effective sun filters and potent antioxidants, this ultra-light sunscreen provides advanced protection against UVA and UVB rays at the cellular level. In addition to being lightweight, this formula is also fast absorbing and has a matte finish.
• NIA24 Sun Damage Prevention Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30. This 100 percent physical sunscreen – with zinc oxide and titanium dioxide – delivers serious sun defense, while soothing the skin and improving its appearance. It helps with hyperpigmentation, and ingredients like alpha bisabolol even hydrate the skin.
• Hydropeptide Anti-Wrinkle Skin Enhancing UV Protection SPF 30. A true multitasking formula, this sunscreen not only shields the skin, but also treats signs of aging and acne and gives skin a smooth finish. Specifically, it self-adjusts to the color of your skin for flawless coverage, while helping to create a clearer complexion.

Lips

• Coola Liplux Original. Lips are also vulnerable to sun damage and UV-caused signs of aging. A natural and paraben-free formula, Cool Liplux Original boasts broad-spectrum protection and helps to nourish and moisturize the lips. It contains aloe vera to hydrate and soothe and avocado butter to minimize sun damage.
• Elizabeth Arden Ceramide Plump Perfect Lip Moisture Cream SPF 30. In addition to protecting your pout from UV rays, this moisture cream hydrates the lips and gives them a fuller, healthier appearance.

Hair

• Quintessence Q-Sunshades Leave In Hair Conditioner and Scalp Protectant SPF 30. Along with the skin, your strands and scalp can also soak up some sun damage. UV rays create dry, dull, brittle and lifeless locks, and cause hair color to fade, too. This leave-in conditioner and scalp protectant provides broad-spectrum protection while keeping strands safe, extending the life of your hair color and treating any damage.

Hands

• Borba Advanced Flawless Tons Hand Crème SPF 25. Not only does this cream shield your hands from the sun, but it also treats signs of aging, including wrinkles, crepe-like skin, dryness and discoloration. Overall, this multitasking formula protects, rejuvenates and hydrates hands.
• Boscia Daily Hand Revival Therapy SPF 15. Along with protecting the hands from sun damage, Boscia Daily Hand Revival Therapy features a variety of plant extracts, including jojoba leaf, willow herb and calendula flower, to nourish and revitalize the skin. It also boasts mulberry to lighten age spots caused by UV rays.
• ZO Skin Health Oraser Daily Hand Repair SPF 20. Rich in retinol and potent antioxidants like vitamin C and coenzyme Q10, this daily hand repair formula defends the hands from sun damage and diminishes discoloration, fine lines and wrinkles. It also boosts skin tone and texture.

Body

• Cool Sport 45 Mango. Cool Sport keeps skin safe in the sun and contains a variety of antioxidants along with anti-inflammatory properties. It’s also endorsed by the American Lifeguard Association.
• Sothy’s Soins Soleil Cellu-guard High Protection Care SPF 30. Got sensitive skin? This sunscreen is specifically made to minimize allergic reactions. It’s also great for delicate spots.
• Neutrogena Sensitive Skin Sunblock Lotion SPF 30. Voted InStyle’s 2010 Best Beauty Buy, this broad-spectrum sunblock contains titanium dioxide to protect the skin without causing irritation. Plus, it’s non-greasy and won’t clog pores.

Sun protection boosters

Sunscreen isn’t the only part of protecting your skin. Here’s a checklist of sun care must-haves to go over every time you step in the sun:

• 3-inch wide-brimmed hat to shield your scalp, face, ears and hair from the sun.
• Dark clothes with tightly woven fabric or clothes specifically formulated with sun protection, which have an Ultraviolet Protection Factor (UPF). Wear these clothes especially when you’re outdoors for longer periods of time, like when you’re at the beach, park or working out (some athletic brands have come out with UPF clothing).
• Gloves when you’re gardening or doing other related activities outside to give hands extra protection.
• A beach umbrella. But remember that umbrellas shouldn’t substitute your sunscreen. While umbrellas provide some defense from the sun, UV rays can still bounce off the sand and water and onto your skin.
• Sunglasses to shield your eyes.

Before you head outdoors, be sure you’re protected from head to toe. Any spot without sunscreen is susceptible to damage. In addition to the above areas, people typically forget to protect the temples, ears, fingers, feet, behind the knees and the backs of their necks. Plus, remember that sunscreen is just one part of a comprehensive sun care routine. Sun-protective clothing, hats, sunglasses and umbrellas are all essentials, too!

See also:

A No-Sweat Summer Beauty Routine

Practicing Smart Sun Care With These 10 Lesser-Known Facts