and sprays. Maybe you’ve tried alternatives like or makeup products that pull double duty— or , for example. But what about the best powder sunscreens?Powder sunscreens are increasingly popular because of how convenient and portable they are.
Not to mention, they can be used as , since they don’t leave a greasy residue behind. But what exactly are they, and do they really work?Powder sunscreens are sunscreens that come in, well, a powdered form.
They’re typically made of finely milled minerals like zinc oxide or titanium dioxide. Most have an attached brush that you use to apply the SPF to the skin.
But keep in mind that since they’re a powder, they need to be applied copiously to be as effective and there’s the potential to miss some areas during application, says , an assistant professor of dermatology at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, though she’s quick to note that the same can occur with lotions and sprays.
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