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12 BEAUTY 3. THE CAPED SUNSCREEN

Another favourite among the sunscreen lot is Supergoop!’s Unseen Sunscreen Broad
Spectrum Sunscreen, yet another preferred and trusted choice from Sephora. It’s light,
scentless, has a natural finish, and is 100 percent invisible. To the touch, it’s velvety smooth
and weightless, and recommended for normal, combination, dry or oily skin. Free from
clogging pores, and can double as a makeup-gripping primer, this sunscreen has a healthy
cult following that’s developed over the past few years. It remains consistent results on
all skin tones. However, for certain oily-prone skin, it may leave a shiny after-effect.
4. SKIN DOCTOR
Our list of sunscreens that suit It’s oil-free, sweat and water-resistant, with a lightweight finish, boasting antioxidants and

the South Asian complexion. anti-ageing ingredients, combined with zinc oxide. The All Physical Ultimate Defense Broad
Spectrum Sunscreen by Dr. Dennis Gross is slightly more expensive than the others but
for good reason. It’s a high-performance formula that stays with you when you’re active,
BY MAHMOOD HOSSAIN creating a fortification between you and the UVA/UVB rays, photoaging, and pollution.
However, it does have a lightweight dewy finish, which can be tricky for oily skin, yet it
still sits well under layers of makeup.
he idea of not needing sunscreen because we were born with melanin-rich skin
is an absolute myth. In reality, every single person, regardless of your complexion 5. KISS ME
requires protection against the sun, and sunscreen is meant for everyday use. I Soft to the touch and easy on the eyes, the d’you unkissed sunscreen is unlike any
should know since my friends consistently badger me about it. Guilty as charged. other. The one-of-a-kind Indian brand has formulated a never-seen-before serum-based,
Like some, I’ve always either found the texture a tad uncomfortable or the ghostly cast blue sunscreen that blends beautifully into the skin within seconds of applying it. More
it leaves behind on darker skin tones absolutely frightening. The short answer is that not importantly, there isn’t a trace of white cast. The passionate d’you team has created a
all formulas work on every skin. Fortunately, there are a few sunscreen options, with product with patented capsule technology, containing new-age sunscreen filters with SPF
the right amount of SPF, that disappear into your beautiful darker skin tone seamlessly. 50+ and PA++++ protection. With 14 different soothing plant extracts, unkissed delivers
Top Tip: Aim for at least SPF 30 on a broad-spectrum screen, and at least PA+++ (the a cooling and hydrating experience. It’s so lightweight and non-sticky that you’ll forget
former rates its protection against UVB rays, while the latter rates its protection against you applied anything on your skin in the first place!
UVA rays).

1. THE TINT OF CERAVE
The CeraVe Hydrating Sunscreen Face Sheer Tint (SPF 30 or 50) is approved by many skin
experts. The tinted sunscreen provides lightweight SPF protection, and more importantly,
possesses a feature that evens your skin tone. Light and oil-free, people with oily and
prone-to-acne skin have benefited from applying this tinted sunscreen. Not to mention,
it’s not as expensive as others on the list.
2. ULTRA CARE
Approved by our in-house skincare enthusiasts, Ultra Violette offers a few solid solutions
to protecting your skin. The brand’s Fave Fluid SPF 50+ Ultralight Fragrance Free Skinscreen
provides an ultra-light, soft, and natural finish formula, which helps avoid the heavy or
sticky feeling after applying the cream. It has next-gen UV filters and various ingredients
that are extra caring toward your skin, reducing pigmentation while brightening your skin.
And, of course, no white cast. Visit your local Sephora for these vibrantly packaged wonders.