15 Best Sunscreens In India For Different Skin Types

By Tanvi Deshmukh Last Updated: Jun 14, 2016 | 15:37:33 IST

As the sun decides to shine brighter during summer, the chances of your skin to get tanned also get quite high. And then, the only thing you can count upon is your best friend for the season- sunscreen lotion. While dermatologists often recommend using a sunscreen lotion, it becomes very difficult to choose the right one for your skin type from so many of them available in the market.

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So, to make your life easier and save your skin from sun-damage this summer, here is a guide for you to pick the best sunscreen as per your skin type.

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5 Best Sunscreens For All Skin Types

Here are five best sunscreens that suit almost all skin types:

#1. Moisture White Shiso UV Protector from The Body Shop

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This oil-free sunscreen works wonders for all skin types. It protects you from UVA as well as UVB rays, and is also known for preventing skin pigmentation. It softens your skin and promises to reduce the tanned effect from your skin to a great extent within four weeks.

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#2. VLCC Matte Look Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30

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Suitable for all skin types, this sunscreen leaves a non-greasy effect on the skin. It promises to provide your skin with protection from harmful rays for a long duration. Additionally, the pineapple extracts in this cream keep your skin hydrated, and its oil-free formula blends beautifully in your skin to give you best results. [Buy It]

#3. L’Oreal Dermo Expertise 12H Longlasting UV Protector

The L’Oreal Dermo Expertise 12H Longlasting UV Protector is one of the best multi-purpose creams available in the market. Apart from providing UVA and UVB protection to your skin, it also provides protection against pollutants, free radicals, dark spots and premature ageing. It is just perfect if you are looking for a non-sticky moisturising sunscreen for daily use during summers. [Buy It]

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#4. Biotique Bio Aloe Vera 30+ SPF Sunscreen

The nutrient-rich Biotique Bio Aloe Vera Sunscreen works well for normal to oily skin types. This sunscreen is loaded with natural ingredients that are safe for the skin. Apart from protecting your skin from sun, it provides your skin with a much-needed soothing effect as well. [Buy It]

#5. Aroma Magic Aloe Vera Sunscreen Gel SPF 20

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Enriched with wheatgerm, avocado, and grapeseed oils, this all-mineral sunscreen gel provides sun-protection to all skin types. Just a pea-sized drop covers the entire face and creates a strong barrier between the skin and sun rays. The essential oils present in this cream also help to reduce acne. [Buy It]

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5 Best Sunscreens For Oily Skin

For those with too oily skin, we suggest these five best water-based sunscreens:

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#6. Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch Sunblock SPF 50+

This sunblock cream is one of the favourites of those who have very oily skin. Apart from high SPF, it has other special qualities too that will tempt you to buy it this summer. It gives a fresh feel to your face as it gels well with the skin, and shows no signs of any extra layer on it. This sunscreen also comprises of helioplex technology, which enables it to provide you three times better sun-protection than other sunscreens. [Buy It]

#7. Lakme Sun Expert Fairness + UV Lotion SPF 30 PA++

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This is one of the best buys for people with an oily skin. It protects your skin from UVA and UVB rays while keeping your skin oil-free and fresh all the time. Additionally, the cucumber and lemon grass extracts help you attain a blemish-free and fair skin. [Buy It]

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#8. Lotus Herbals Safe Sun UV Screen Matte Gel SPF 50

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This gel-based sunscreen claims to protect your skin against all forms of damages caused by the sun, like sun tan, sunburn, pre-mature ageing, skin cancer, etc. The non-sticky gel spreads very easily on skin and gives a cool feeling on application. It provides your skin with a matte finish, and gives it a perfect look during summers. [Buy It]

#9. Lacto Calamine Sun Shield

The Lacto Calamine Sun Shield, comes in two variants, one for the oily skin and the other for the dry skin. This one comes with the goodness of lemon extracts, which is ideal for oily skin. Its formula helps to remove excess oil and even out skin pigmentation. Also, the SPF 30 and PA++ present in it protect your skin from harmful UVA and UVB rays.

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#10. Kaya Skin Clinic Daily Use Sunscreen SPF 15

The Daily Use Sunscreen SPF 15 by Kaya Skin Clinic, spreads easily on your skin without leaving a sticky effect. It claims to provide the highest possible UVA protection against tanning and ageing due to sun exposure.

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5 Best Sunscreens For Dry Skin

People with dry skin have low level of oil-secreting gland, called sebum. Dry skin is also quite sensitive due to its reduced ability to produce as well as retain moisture. And, if you have such a skin type, then here are the best sunscreens that you can opt for:

#11. Lacto Calamine Sun Shield

While its variant for the oily skin types comes with lemon extracts, this one has aloe vera extracts in it. The Lacto Calamine Sunshield with aloe vera offers sun-protection to your skin, and helps it to retain the natural glow by providing the much-needed moisture.

#12. Kaya Skin Clinic Daily Moisturising Sunscreen with SPF 30

This sunscreen provides nourishment and essential hydration to your skin, and also protects it from harmful UVA and UVB rays. It also promises to protect your skin from ageing. [Buy It]

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#13. L’Oreal UV Perfect 12H Longlasting UV Protector

This sunscreen is made especially for Asian dry skin. It protects your skin from UVA and UVB rays, and also shields it from various other things like pollutants and free radicals. You can use this product daily to give your skin a long-lasting protection from sun. [Buy It]

#14. Himalaya Protective Sunscreen Lotion

One of the most affordable products for women with dry skin, Himalaya Protective Sunscreen Lotion not only protects your skin from harmful UV rays, but also provides it with the nourishment that it requires. It contains the goodness of natural ingredients like aloe vera, greater galangal, spiked ginger lily and crab apple, which safeguard your skin from tanning as well as premature ageing. [Buy It]

#15. Garnier Sun Control Daily Moisturiser

Enriched with SPF 15 and Mexoryl SX, the Garnier Sun Control Daily Moisturiser protects your skin from UV rays, darkening, and premature ageing. It contains glycerol and coriander extracts that help your skin to retain its moisture and stay soft and supple. [Buy It]

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So, get ready to beat the heat this summer by picking up the best sunscreen that is made to take care of just your type of skin!

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