The Best and Worst Sunscreens

See which products will prevent your skin from looking lobster-like all summer long

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Whether we like it or not, sunscreen is a must for all of us. And according to Heidi Waldorf, M.D. of Waldorf Dermatology & Laser Associates in Nanuet, NY, we need "an SPF of at least a 15 daily." For prolonged sun exposure, "I recommend a higher SPF (30 or above) and a water resistant formulation," she says. She also suggests choosing a sunscreen containing titanium dioxide, zinc oxide, avobenzone, or mexoryl as its active ingredient.

The amount of sunscreen you apply is also vital. Waldorf recommends "a shot glass full of sunscreen" for the average adult and reapplying "every one to two hours while outdoors." We'll admit that doesn't sound like a fun way to spend your summer, but with these reader-approved products, maybe it won't seem like such a chore.

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By Sarah Carrillo

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me too :( elena

by AvilaTania Saturday, November 19, 2011 at 06:14AM Report as inappropriate

Not a fan of aerosal sunscreens, just don't feel like I get enough coverage.

by sarah_m Friday, August 19, 2011 at 09:31PM Report as inappropriate

I don't like using sun screen directly, it's so greasy, but I buy products with spf in them.

by Bon_Bon Sunday, August 14, 2011 at 11:19PM Report as inappropriate

No matter what I get, I have to make sure it's the "kindest" type I can since my kids have sensative skin.

by MissPurple Wednesday, July 13, 2011 at 03:57PM Report as inappropriate

The DDF is discontinued, i miss it!

by elena62 Monday, May 9, 2011 at 01:40PM Report as inappropriate

I prefer natural and organic sunscreen products since you apply sunscreen everyday. You should be more conscious of ingredients.

by jewelpjm Tuesday, April 26, 2011 at 01:18PM Report as inappropriate

I loooove the Avon Skin So Soft Bug Guard Plus SPF 30! I have it in the kids variety too--which goes from blue to "clear" when you've rubbed it in. Smells good, repels bugs, and protects your skin. I also love the continuous spray lotions---super easy to use. And Shiseido's is pretty good too.

by LipglossandSpandex Sunday, April 17, 2011 at 04:16PM Report as inappropriate

spray ons rock. [:

by yckitsmary Saturday, April 9, 2011 at 02:34PM Report as inappropriate

spray on is easy to put on not only kids but the disabled to

by sandra_meeks Wednesday, March 30, 2011 at 09:04PM Report as inappropriate

I love Shiseido!

by volta Friday, March 25, 2011 at 01:10AM Report as inappropriate

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