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11 Skin-Improving Sunscreens You'll Be Excited to Wear

These sunscreens don't just block aging rays, they reverse existing damage, conceal dark circles, blur imperfections and so much more
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The Sunscreen That Imparts a Healthy Glow
Josie Maran Daily Moisturizer SPF 47 Protect + Perfect, $36

This better-than-bronzer product flips the concept of sunscreen on its head. Instead of applying sunscreen to prevent color, slather on this skin protector to add a little color -- sans sun damage. Its universal tint evens skin tone, while Josie's signature argan oil adds that dewy glow.

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The Sunscreen That Banishes Dark Circles
Kiehl's Clearly Corrective Dark Circle Perfector with SPF 30, $38

Those of us who have dark circles agree: We'd sooner walk out of the house in our bra and underwear than go without under-eye concealer. But did you know that sun damage makes dark circles way, way darker? That's why we're tossing this eye-brightening sun shield in our summer tote. Licorice root extract helps to circulate blood flow, and caffeine and vitamin C reduce puffiness and hyperpigmentation. And don't worry about stinging eyes -- the gentle formula is fragrance- and paraben-free.

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The Sunscreen That Makes Your Makeup Flawless
Coola Face SPF 30 Makeup Setting Spray, $30

If you forget to apply sunscreen under your makeup, chances are, you're not going to be willing to mess up your meticulously applied blush or contour job by smearing SPF all over your face. That's where this spray product comes in. Not only does it contain hydrating hyaluronic acid, aloe vera and cucumber extracts, it also renders your makeup melt-proof.

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The Sunscreen That Evens Skin Tone & Protects Against Pollution
Exuviance Sheer Daily Protector SPF 50, $42

This sunscreen is like a ghost. Not because it's white (it's actually tinted), but because you'd never know it's there. It's a nearly weightless, fluid-like serum that glides on with enough color to balance and even skin tone. The silky-sheer formula fights the good fight against skin-damaging pollution with EGCG green tea extract (the antioxidant in green tea linked to longer life) and two forms of vitamin E.

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The Sunscreen That Replaces Your Conditioner and Your Hat
Nios Shield Leave-In Conditioner with SPF 15 for scalp, $26

Raise your hand if you've diligently applied and reapplied sunscreen every two hours, only to find that you've forgotten the one place that's directly under the sun: your scalp. Nix painful scalp burns with this multitasking SPF. Moroccan argan oil adds shine and reduces frizz, and built-in SPF means you don't have to run greasy, white gobs of sunscreen through your strands. Ta-ta, hat hair.

BY EMILY WOODRUFF | JUN 16, 2015 | SHARES
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