Oh Mr Golden Sun, Please Shine Down On Me

I just returned from a week in the sun on the Mayan Riviera and the only reason I am not burned like crispy bacon is because of my hat and my obsessive sunscreen applications. Last year I returned from my trip looking like a cherry tomato with psoriasis-even after cowering in the shade-so I was determined to put on my armor and laugh in the sun's rays this year. 

I took a risk and brought 4 new sunscreens with me to test their efficacy in the extreme heat and humidity of the Mayan Riviera. Thanks to these products, I came back without a single splotch of redness or peeling. Sure I don't look like I went anywhere because of my complete lack of tan, but 20-30 years from now I won't be lamenting about irresponsible sun tanning practices giving me premature wrinkles, and I'm okay with that. 

Body

Coppertone ultraGuard Continuous Spray SPF 70+

• broad spectrum protection UVA/UVB
• waterproof
• goes on clear (albeit shiny until it dries) and no rubbing is required
• quick and even application
• no hassle applying to sand covered feet

Face (cream)

Clinique Sun SPF 50 Face Cream

• water and sweat resistant
• oil free and non-acnegenic 
• worn either under moisturizer or in place of your moisturizer
• can be mixed with foundation to make a tinted sunscreen
• antioxidants to shield from environmental aggressors
• broad spectrum UVA/UVB protection

Face (spray)

Dermalogica Waterblock Solar Spray SPF 30

• water resistant up to 80 minutes
• full spectrum protection
• alcohol free
• perfect for touching up your face protection during the day and can be applied over makeup
• dry feeling spray 
• looks oily when first applied but dries very quickly to an undetectable finish
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Lips

Twist and Pout Lip Moisturizer SPF 20

• UVA/UVB Protection
• not only protects your lips, but leaves them silky smooth and glossed
• soft enough that it can be applied with a lip brush or fingers
• clips to my beach bag, keys, or purse
• adorable packaging that has something for everyone-from the sporty and minimalist to the girly and flamboyant (I have the purple one pictured above)
• smells and tastes delicious

I will 100% be repurchasing this products and making them permanent members of my arsenal.