Why we like it: Wouldn’t you want it if your sunscreen could multitask? SkinCeuticals Daily Brightening UV Defense Sunscreen SPF 30 does double duty, protecting your skin from UV damage while reducing discoloration. This formula combines tranexamic acid, niacinamide, and phenylethyl resorcinol, ingredients known for brightening uneven tones, with light-reflecting mica to provide broad-spectrum protection for skin for an instant glow. Great for all skin types, but Dara SpearmanMD, a board-certified dermatologist in Fort Wayne, Indiana, especially recommends it for people prone to excess oil because the texture is lightweight and doesn’t leave any excess greasiness. All the more reason to stock up before summer arrives.
Tester feedback from Creative Director Amber Venerable
“I loved how it felt and how lightweight yet moisturizing my skin felt. If you have dark skin, you’ll need to blend it in thoroughly, but once you rub it in thoroughly, it absorbs well.” —Amber Venerable, Creative Director
- Main ingredients: Tranexamic acid (1%), glycerin (7%), niacinamide (2%), phenylethyl resorcinol (0.3%)
- Target audience: People with discoloration, people with mature skin
- Unscented: yes
FAQ
meet an expert
- Dhaval BhanusariMD, board-certified dermatologist based in New York City
- Marisa GarshickMD, board-certified dermatologist based in New York City and Englewood, New Jersey
- lauren pengeMD, board-certified dermatologist based in New York City
- Dara SpearmanMD, board-certified dermatologist in Fort Wayne, Indiana
- Geeta YadavMD, board-certified dermatologist based in Toronto
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