We don’t know about you, but sunscreen (and luxury sunscreen to be exact) is always that essential we find challenging to travel with. It’s fine when you hop in the car for the Hamptons, and don’t need to manage liquid limitations. But on a jet plane, those darned bottles are almost always over the 3.4 ounces allowed on carryon. We say almost because we have sourced four of the best travel sunscreens. And now you don’t have to spend the €100 on the hotel’s sunscreen at the pool. You’re welcome.
Supergoop Unseen Sunscreen
This is the sunscreen that does exactly what it should; protect you from the sun. We like this version because it’s totally invisible, weightless, and scentless. It’s the go-to when you’re on the beach, and need to slather it on. The added bonus is that it’s oil free, so it doesn’t break you out. While this is not priced as a luxury sunscreen either, it punches way about its dollar amount. What’s more is that it’s a sunscreen you won’t mind sharing with even strangers who need some SPF.
Size: 1.7 ounces
Price: $34
Buy: Supergoop
Shiseido Ultimate Sun Protector Lotion SPF 50+ Sunscreen
If it’s on Allure’s Best of Beauty list, you know it’s good. Shiseido may not have the fanciest packaging. It’s certainly not the newest brand out there either; your Mom and grandma probably use these products. There’s a reason why; Shiseido is consistently good, quality skincare. You’ll never fail with this brand. We like the sunscreen because it works for face and body and is made for the beach. You can use copious amounts of this and reapply often, and you will still breakout. Also, it really does work and helps protect you against the dreaded sunburn.
Size: 50 ml
Price: $49
La Mer The SPF 50 UV Protecting Fluid
Regardless of whether it’s summer, you should always wear sunscreen. La Mer is your everyday SFP 50, that is worn over your moisturizer, and under your makeup. They are La Mer though, so it’s not just sunscreen. The protecting fluid infuses your skin with their signature Miracle Broth, which is a concoction of proprietary sea-sourced ingredients.
Price: $95
Size: 1.7 ounces
Buy: Neiman Marcus
Cle de Peau Ultra Protective Sunscreen 50+
This is the sunscreen for those who live in big cities. Or just want the very best product out there. Cli de Peau’s cream is a lightweight lotion whose speciality is protection against UVA and UBA rays and is anti-pollution. You read that right; it counteracts the damaging effects of pollution which causes pre-mature aging. We like this formula because it has moisturizing hyaluronic acid, smooths out your skin and smells like a roses, orchids, grapefruit and peach.
Size: 50 ml
Price: $135
Buy: Cle de Peau Beauté
