Dr. Schlessinger's Top Sunscreen Picks for 2023

LovelySkin CEO, board-certified dermatologist and cosmetic surgeon, Dr. Joel Schlessinger is here to give you his definitive best sunscreen picks of 2023.

The six best sunscreens of 2023

ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica Daily Lightweight Mineral SPF 50+ Sunscreen

Suitable for use on the face and body, this 100% mineral formula is specifically designed for sun-damaged skin, making it one of the best sunscreens of 2023. It protects against UVA/UVB rays with 11% zinc oxide. Plus, it’s fast-absorbing, ultra-lightweight and water-resistant.

Avene Solaire UV Mineral Multi-Defense Sunscreen Fluid SPF 50+ - Non-Tinted

What makes this non-tinted 12% zinc oxide formula one of the best sunscreen picks of 2023? It’s suitable for all skin types, including sensitive. It calms skin, reduces visible redness and improves skin tone with niacinamide while plant-based squalane hydrates and softens skin. What’s more, it’s water-resistant for up to forty minutes.

HELIOCARE Advanced Antioxidant Supplement with Nicotinamide

While not a sunscreen itself, this gluten-free, vegan supplement boosts the efficacy of sun protection products, making the best sunscreens of 2023 even better. The key ingredient to unlocking your sun protection’s full potential is anti-inflammatory nicotinamide, a form of vitamin b3 that prevents skin flushing. It also enhances protection against free radicals.

TiZO 3 Age Defying Fusion Tinted Face Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40

Beloved by Dr. Schlessinger’s family and staff, this physical, broad-spectrum formula is designed to be used over the entire face, including the area under, above and around the eye. It’s also great for post-procedure use. Free of chemical sunscreen filters, dyes, fragrances, oils and preservatives, this sunscreen provides the protection you expect from one of the best sunscreen picks of 2023. It’s also mattifying, which makes it a great makeup primer.

Colorescience Total Protection No-Show Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50

This formula is known as one of the best sunscreens of 2023 for its ability to protect against UV rays, free radicals, blue light and infrared radiation while blending into a wide range of skin tones with no white cast. Its weightless, milky texture provides a sheer finish that layers well under makeup. Plus, it’s oil-free and non-comedogenic.

EltaMD UV AOX Mist Broad Spectrum SPF 40

This unique all-mineral spray formula goes on white but blends into most skin tones. That alone would make it a candidate for the best sunscreen of 2023. In addition to protecting skin with 14% zinc oxide, it also features aloe vera and coconut to help soothe and hydrate skin. Thanks to its bag on valve technology, it allows superior aerosol dispensing for application that’s clean, convenient and safe.