When it comes to protecting your skin against sun damage and premature cellular ageing, we always recommend using a high SPF sunscreen to ensure your delicate complexion has the best protection possible. But, for extra protection and everyday use, we have rounded up our favourite moisturisers with SPF that are perfect to use if you're running around town or heading to work and don't need to wear a traditional sunblock.
When to use SPF moisturisers
An SPF should be worn every day to protect the skin from damaging UV rays that can be harmful even on cloudy days. SPF moisturisers keep the skin supported and shielded from damage and keep the complexion looking even and youthful, however studies have shown that many users don't adequately cover vulnerable parts of the face such as the eyelids[1]. Therefore make sure to ensure that the whole face is covered with your SPF, especially during the hotter months.
Which are the best moisturisers with SPF?
- Clinique Smart SPF 15 Custom Repair Moisturiser - Combination to Oily Skin
- Bobbi Brown Extra Repair Moisturising Balm with SPF 25
- La Roche-Posay Rosaliac UV Rich
- Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream SPF30
- Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream Intensive Daily Moisturiser For Face Spf 15
- Elizabeth Arden Prevage Anti-Ageing Moisture Cream
- Shiseido Urban Environment UV Protection Cream Plus SPF50
- CeraVe Facial Moisturising Lotion SPF 25
- Dr Brandt Liquid Sun Shield Daily Brightening Minderal Sun Cream SPF 50
- ARK Essential Skin Protector with SPF 30
1. Clinique Smart SPF 15 Custom Repair Moisturiser - Combination to Oily Skin 50ml
Clinique's Smart SPF 15 Custom Repair Moisturiser is the perfect everyday hydrating cream for the warmer months. Formulated for combination to oily skin, the moisturiser fast absorbs and helps to guard against unwanted shine that may become more common in the heat. The spf 15 shields against UVA and UVB rays, creating a veil of both protection and moisture to keep the complexion healthy and glowing.
2. Bobbi Brown Extra Repair Moisturising Balm SPF25 50ml
We absolutely love
Bobbi Brown's Extra Repair Moisturising Balm, which has the added benefit of an SPF 25 to shield against sun damage. Its super hydrating formula contains a unique Extra Repair Complex, made with clary sage ferment and Argireline® Peptide to improve skin moisture levels both in the short and long term.
3. La Roche-Posay Rosaliac UV Rich 40ml
Suitable for all skin types, but especially great for fair or sensitised skin prone to redness, the
La Roche-Posay Rosaliac UV Rich helps to hydrate, soothe and even out the skin, helping to reduce redness. Made with  La Roche-Posay Thermal Spring Water, the moisturiser is hypoallergenic and free from fragrance and parabens.
4. Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream SPF 30 50ml
If you're looking to both protect against premature ageing as well as reducing any existing lines and wrinkles, the
Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream SPF30 is an innovative blend of broad spectrum spf mixed with potent Ginkgo Biloba that soothes over the skin, visibly improving firmness and elasticity. The fast absorbing, factor 30 cream absorbs quickly into the skin without any streaky or greasy residue.
5. Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream Intensive Daily Moisturiser For Face Spf 15 (50ml)
If you're a fan of the Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour range, then you will love this
Intensive Daily Moisturiser with Spf 15. The rich and nourishing cream hydrates the skin for up to eight hours, also protecting it throughout the day from harmful rays from the sun. The moisturiser blends into the skin, leaving it feeling softer and refreshed.
6. Elizabeth Arden Prevage Anti-aging Moisture Cream SPF30 50ml
We love Elizabeth Arden's Prevage skincare collection, and for an everyday moisturiser with SPF, you can't get any better than the
Anti-Ageing Moisture Cream. Made using unique Idebenone technology, the lightweight lotion shields skin against damaging UV rays and environmental aggressors, whilst also fighting against premature ageing.
7. Shiseido Urban Environment UV Protection Cream Plus SPF50 (50ml)
Perfect for creating a smooth and even base before applying makeup, the
Shiseido Urban Environment UV Protection Cream Plus SPF50 is a lightweight and non-sticky formula that melts into the skin. The hydrating formula guards the skin from UVA and UVB rays, as well as protecting against free radicals in the environment that can also contribute to skin damage.
8. CeraVe AM Facial Moisturising Lotion SPF25 with Ceramides for Normal to Dry Skin 52ml
Enriched with three naturally occurring ceramides as well as ultra-hydrating Hyaluronic Acid, the
CeraVe Facial Moisturising Lotion SPF 25 soothes and calms the skin, intensely moisturising to improve the complexion. The lightweight lotion defends against UV rays, helping to support the skin's natural barrier.
10. ARK Skin Essential Skin Protector SPF30 Primer 30ml
The
Ark Essential Skin Protector has an SPF of 30 which helps to shield the skin against damaging UV rays and harmful environmental aggressors. In addition, it makes the perfect primer for makeup application as it glides smoothly onto the skin, melting and creating a flawless canvas for your foundation base.
