The Best Makeup Products With SPF, According to MUAs

by KATHARINE MCENTEE and GERRIE SUMMERS UPDATED ON MAY 25, 2022 medically reviewed by MICHELE FARBER, MD, FAAD Board-Certified Dermatologist

Sun damage, skin cancer, and premature aging are just a few of the reasons we are major proponents of year-round sunscreen usage. And, while we have our go-to sunscreens, we've decided to take a little extra precaution this year by adding makeup with SPF into our routine. You can never be too prepared, right?

On the search to add some more sun protection into our beauty routine, we reached out to a few celebrity makeup artists for their favorite makeup products containing SPF. From protective lip tints that add just the right amount of color to high SPF BB creams that create a barely-there layer of coverage, there are plenty of products that fulfill their purpose while also protecting our skin from the sun's harsh rays.

Before we move ahead, a note: It's important to use an SPF of 30 or above before you layer on any SPF makeup. The SPF found in makeup won't be enough for you to meet the Dermatologist-recommended level of protection. Consider the SPF found in makeup to be a bonus.

For the best makeup artist–recommended beauty products containing SPF, keep on reading.

Sunscreen Shiseido Urban Environment Oil-Free UV Protector SPF 42 Sunscreen $35.00 SHOP

When looking for makeup with SPF, senior makeup artist Kristine Cruz says it's important to look for products that provide both UVA and UVB coverage. This foundation from Shiseido does just that, while also providing a nice layer of coverage that is water- and oil-resistant.

Primer

Laura Mercier Foundation Primer SPF 30 $39.00 SHOP

The ultimate primer, Cruz says this formula evens out skin tone, prolongs the wear of your foundation, and protects from both UVA and UVB rays. What more could you want?

Lip Balm

Lip Tint Fresh Sugar Tinted Lip Treatment SPF 15 $24.00 SHOP

For those of you who have experienced a sunburn on your lips, you know the importance of a lip balm with SPF. Celebrity makeup artist Stevi Christine highly recommends this lip tint from Fresh, which comes in a variety of colors and offers sun protection up to SPF 15 as well.

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