Does anyone else feel like running to the nearest air-conditioned mall the minute that you step outdoors?
We all know that the weather in Singapore can get humid real quick, especially with the unforgiving sun blasting down on us. That is why wearing sunscreen is so important — not just to protect us from skin damage and UV rays, but it also prevents premature ageing and sunspots.
However, picking out the right sunscreen proves to be trickier than you’d think. There’s so many things to consider: your skin type, SPF coverage, ingredients — not forgetting it has to be wallet-friendly since it’s part of our daily skincare routine. To make your life easier, here are 12 sunscreens for every skin type including oily, dry, acne-prone, and more, all of which you can get in Singapore.
1. La Roche-Posay Anthelios UVmune 400 Oil Control Fluid SPF 50
Having oily skin can be a struggle and this is usually caused by oversized sebaceous glands that produce excessive amounts of oil — nobody wants that.
Luckily, La Roche-Posay Anthelios UVmune 400 is here to save the day. Not only does it absorb excess sebum and control oil production, it is lightweight and has a twelve hours mattifying effect. Say goodbye to clogged pores and excess shine with this sunscreen that’ll smoothly glide onto your face.
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🧴 S$41.92
💆♀️ Suitable for: Oily and clogged skin
2. Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence SPF 50 Sunscreen
There’s nothing more annoying than a sunscreen that leaves a dreaded white cast. I mean, who wants to leave the house looking ashy and pale?
This won’t happen if you use Biore’s UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence. It absorbs into your skin easily without any white residue and is non-sticky even after reapplication. Infused with royal jelly extract and aqua micro capsules, it also releases moisture without clogging the pores.
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🧴 S$17.10
💆♀️ Suitable for: Oily and clogged skin
3. CLINIQUE Mineral Face Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50
On the other end of the spectrum is dry skin, that tends to feel rough, flaky or scaly during extreme dry weather conditions including places with low humidity.
CLINIQUE Mineral Face Sunscreen Broad Spectrum is a mineral sunscreen which is gentler on dry skin and more favourable for people with eczema or dry patches. Besides that, this oil-free, unscented sunscreen forms a protective veil that is virtually invisible on all skin tones — preventing further irritation to the skin.
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🧴 S$37
💆♀️ Suitable for: Dry, eczema-prone skin
4. Vanicream SPF 50
Another alternative for dry skin type is Vanicream’s SPF 50 sunscreens. This fragrance-free sunscreen doesn’t use any man-made chemicals like dye or paraben — the ingredient that makes cosmetics last longer — to avoid further irritation. Instead, it has glycerine which comprises properties to soften and repair any compromised skin.
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🧴 S$26.61
💆♀️ Suitable for: Dry, eczema-prone skin
5. Round Lab Birch Juice Moisturising Sunscreen SPF 50
I’ve always thought that I had oily skin only to be told that it was actually oily and dry — it’s dry on certain parts of the face with an oily T-zone. Not going to lie, it can be rather frustrating trying to find sunscreen for combination skin.
Luckily, one of my go-to sunscreens, Round Lab Birch Juice Moisturising Sunscreen, uses birch tree sap and vitamin hyaluronic acid that nourishes the skin by decreasing inflammation whilst hydrating with extensive minerals, enzymes, and antioxidants.
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🧴 S$30.40
💆♀️ Suitable for: Combination skin
6. Shaishaishai Enjoy The Sun UV Protection Cream SPF 50
Besides that, Shaishaishai Enjoy The Sun UV Protection Cream is another great option for those with combination skin. Although it’s slightly pricey, it uses quality ingredients like red clover (strengthens skin barrier), Vitamin A (inhibits melanin pigmentation), cold peach (introduces moisture and soothes the skin) and garcinia mangostana fruit extract (aids in anti-inflammation). You’ll be left with a smooth, glowing finish — like the flawless glass skin everybody wants, perhaps?.
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🧴 S$57
💆♀️ Suitable for: Combination skin
7. HANASUI Collagen Water Sunscreen SPF 50
It’s not surprising for our skin to change as we age and some of us may be able to relate to having mature skin.
For those who may be unfamiliar, look out for signs of dull skin (lack of tone or uneven skin texture) and age spots as though it might be losing its “bounce”. HANASUI Collagen Water Sunscreen contains collagen that protects ageing damage and visibly corrects early signs of ageing.
Put this on and you’ll step out of your house looking more hydrated and naturally glowing.
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🧴 S$9
💆♀️ Suitable for: Mature, ageing skin
8. KAHI’s Wrinkle Bounce Essential Sun Cream SPF 50
Another factor that people tend to forget when getting sunscreen is to ensure that it doesn’t look cakey on top of your make-up. Infused in Jeju’s natural fermented oil, KAHI’s Wrinkle Bounce Essential Sun Cream boosts absorbency and prevents makeup from being too drying throughout the day.
It also has anti-aging properties like salmon collagen (seems like it’s a trend to use food in skincare like the rice toner) to stimulate collagen production and restore skin elasticity with intensive wrinkle care.
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🧴 S$37
💆♀️ Suitable for: Mature, ageing skin
9. Anessa Perfect UV Sunscreen Skincare Milk SPF 50
Having acne-prone skin can be so stressful and you definitely don’t want sunscreen that makes your skin breakout even more. As the skin’s natural barrier is already sensitive to chemicals, dyes and fragrances, Anessa Perfect UV Sunscreen Skincare Milk is the perfect match for you.
It provides moisture to care for damaged skin, prevents dark spots, and leaves a non-sticky residue.
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🧴 S$42.30
💆♀️ Suitable for: Acne-prone and sensitive skin
10. Laneige Radian C SPF 50
Alternatively, Laneige Radian C SPF50 is one of the other sunscreens for sensitive skin type. It suppresses and reduces the skin’s hyperpigmentation and redness with brightening agents. With the use of panthenol and ceramide, it relieves irritation from external stimuli and consists of a moist formula to get that dewy, glowy skin.
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🧴 S$43
💆♀️ Suitable for: Acne-prone and sensitive skin
11. Supergoop Glow Screen SPF 40
To have normal skin (lucky you) is a huge blessing, but nevertheless it’s still important to use sunscreen. Supergoop Glow Screen is a lightweight, tinted sunscreen that hydrates skin and doubles as a primer.
It comprises hyaluronic acid, Vitamin B5, and niacinamide for a soft, sun-kissed glow. It’s also one of the first sunscreens amongst this list that comes in four flexible shades from champagne glow to deep bronze glow.
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🧴 S$34
💆♀️ Suitable for: Normal skin
12. Cetaphil UVA/UVB Defense SPF 50
Having only heard of good things from Cetaphil, it’s no surprise that Cetaphil’s UVA/UVB Defense sunscreen has made it into this list. It is hypoallergenic and fragrance-free, which is good for all skin types.
As it can be used for your body as well, you’re basically getting a 2-in-1 which is super value-for-money. The addition of Vitamin E acts as a soothing antioxidant which protects the skin from environmental stressors and drying conditions through moisturising elements.
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🧴 S$39.65
💆♀️ Suitable for: Normal skin
Wearing sunscreen is like being in a secret society, because only those in the know understand its importance. If you don’t want to suffer from fomo, you should definitely go get a sunscreen of your own.
Which of these sunscreens is the perfect sol-mate for your skin type?
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