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13 Face Moisturisers With SPF To Use Every Day

Sun protection all year round, people!

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Fact: SPF is every dermatologist's secret to keeping skin in tip top condition. The key to protecting your complexion from damaging UVA and UVB rays, wearing SPF (with a factor of 30 or 50) is the number-one tip experts give for maintaining a flawless complexion. Because, even in the UK (and further still, indoors), you should be wearing an SPF every day if you want to keep your skin looking good for as long as possible.

'Sunscreen is the one product everyone should be using on a daily basis,' explains dermatologist Dr. Sam Bunting. 'It’s now proven to not only prevent future premature ageing but to actually improve existing wrinkles, pigmentation and texture.' In short? 'If you free skin up from the "distraction" of needing to protect itself from UV rays, it gets down to the business of repair,' says Bunting.

Forget the heavy sun creams of the past that leave you looking ghostly and greasy all at once, because the new generation of SPF moisturisers are lightweight, fast absorbing and super hydrating – and, there's no need to layer multiple products before you head out of the door each morning. The best multitasking creams of today will supply your hydration and protection in one, playing well under foundation and even making bare skin look instantly more radiant.

Apply one every morning, sandwiched in-between your serum and foundation, and you'll thank us in years to come. And of course, if you're on holiday in a sunny climate, make sure to reapply every couple of hours to avoid sunburn and hyperpigmentation.

Read on for the ELLE edit of the best SPF moisturisers, whether you've got chronically dry skin or a delicate, acne-prone complexion.

The Best SPF Moisturisers To Wear Every Single Day

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Best SPF Moisturiser For K-Beauty Fans

Thank You Farmer Sun Project Water Sun Cream SPF50+

Sun Project Water Sun Cream SPF50+
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Best SPF Moisturiser For K-Beauty Fans

Thank You Farmer Sun Project Water Sun Cream SPF50+

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This coveted moisturiser-meets-sunscreen is a favourite of the ELLE UK beauty team. Lightweight, ultra-absorbent and bursting with hyaluronic acid, it sinks into your skin effortlessly without that typically heavy sunscreen feel. Hydrating and luminous with a completely traceless feel? Sign us up.

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Best SPF Moisturiser For A Damaged Skin Barrier

Byoma SPF 30 Gel Moisturiser

SPF 30 Gel Moisturiser
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Best SPF Moisturiser For A Damaged Skin Barrier

Byoma SPF 30 Gel Moisturiser

Now 20% Off

If you're looking for a moisturiser to soothe skin barrier damage post-sunshine, this reparative moisturiser is our skin-loving go-to. Whether your oily, dehydrated or super dry, this lightweight formula hydrates, nourishes and shields your base for additional sun damage.

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Best SPF Moisturiser For Dry Skin

CeraVe Facial Moisturising Lotion SPF50

Facial Moisturising Lotion SPF50
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Best SPF Moisturiser For Dry Skin

CeraVe Facial Moisturising Lotion SPF50

Now 20% Off

Like all of CeraVe's affordable range, this SPF lotion is packed with ceramides to strengthen your skin barrier, prevent water loss and soothe irritation. It's an especially good choice for dry skin, and will leave you looking dewy – never greasy.

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Best SPF Moisturiser For Dehydrated Skin

Avène Hydrance Rich-UV Hydrating Cream SPF30 Moisturiser

Hydrance Rich-UV Hydrating Cream SPF30 Moisturiser
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Best SPF Moisturiser For Dehydrated Skin

Avène Hydrance Rich-UV Hydrating Cream SPF30 Moisturiser

Now 25% Off

Dry, dehydrated and sensitive skin is a trifecta nobody wants, but as winter climes arrive, it becomes all too common. Sound familiar? This creamy moisturiser with added SPF30 is a godsend. Rich and hydrating, it will soothe inflammation, protect against environmental aggressors and leave you looking luminous.

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Best SPF Moisturiser For All Ages

Medik8 Advanced Day Total Protect™ SPF 30

Advanced Day Total Protect™ SPF 30
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Best SPF Moisturiser For All Ages

Medik8 Advanced Day Total Protect™ SPF 30

This is really a do-it-all winner that any skin type will get along with. It feels like a rich, nourishing cream, but sinks into skin seamlessly to leave no white cast or chalky residue. We've tried it under a host of liquid foundations and can confirm it plays well (no pilling in store here), and even the most sensitive will be able to wear it all day long without fear or redness or clogged pores.

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BEST SPF MOISTURISER FOR OILY SKIN

La Roche-Posay Hyalu B5 Aquagel SPF30

Hyalu B5 Aquagel SPF30
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BEST SPF MOISTURISER FOR OILY SKIN

La Roche-Posay Hyalu B5 Aquagel SPF30

For those that typically avoid sunscreen for fear of its comedogenic properties, you've no longer got an excuse. This lightweight gel SPF is a stand-out option for those who dislike the feel of typical rich sunscreens and want their sun protection to feel, well, like it's not there.

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Best SPF Moisturiser For Mega Moisture

Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream SPF30

Pro-Collagen Marine Cream SPF30
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Best SPF Moisturiser For Mega Moisture

Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream SPF30

Now 20% Off

Elemis' legendary Marine Cream is loved worldwide for good reason: the complex of algae inside works to grab moisture and hold it within the skin, keeping dehydration at bay while plumping out fine, feathery lines. Now, it comes boosted with SPF30: a one-and-done hero for every single morning.

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Best SPF Moisturiser For Lightweight Hydration

Clinique Moisture Surge SPF25 Sheer Hydrator Face Cream

Moisture Surge SPF25 Sheer Hydrator Face Cream
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Best SPF Moisturiser For Lightweight Hydration

Clinique Moisture Surge SPF25 Sheer Hydrator Face Cream

Clinique's Moisture Surge cream has been a staple in beauty cupboards everywhere for years – and now, there's an iteration with in-built sun protection. Loaded with cooling aloe vera and humectant hyaluronic acid, this gel-textured formula feels lightweight but leaves skin feeling supple all day long.

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Best SPF Moisturiser For A Dewy Finish

e.l.f. Suntouchable! WHOA Glow Moisturiser SPF30

Suntouchable! WHOA Glow Moisturiser SPF30
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Best SPF Moisturiser For A Dewy Finish

e.l.f. Suntouchable! WHOA Glow Moisturiser SPF30

For those who like the glass skin effect, e.l.f's super-affordable SPF moisturiser is a must-try. It lights skin up to beautiful effect, imparting a dewy finish that lasts all day, and layers seamlessly under make-up. If your skin is lacking radiance, this needs to be in your shopping basket ASAP.

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Best SPF Moisturiser For Redness and Rosacea

Bioderma Sensibio Anti-Redness Tinted Moisturiser With SPF30

Sensibio Anti-Redness Tinted Moisturiser With SPF30
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Best SPF Moisturiser For Redness and Rosacea

Bioderma Sensibio Anti-Redness Tinted Moisturiser With SPF30

If you struggle to keep rosacea flare-ups under control, or are prone to redness, Bioderma's SPF moisturiser has been made specifically with you in mind. It's lightly tinted, so will even out ruddy cheeks, allowing you to lighten up on the foundation.

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Best SPF Moisturiser For Luxury Skincare Fans

Shiseido Vital Perfection Uplifting and Firming Day Cream SPF 30

Vital Perfection Uplifting and Firming Day Cream SPF 30
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Best SPF Moisturiser For Luxury Skincare Fans

Shiseido Vital Perfection Uplifting and Firming Day Cream SPF 30

Now 16% Off

Shiseido's SPF moisturiser is the opposite of mundane and practical: in fact, it's luxury skincare in a swirling gold pot. Formulated to help lift and tighten your skin whilst protecting from UV rays and sun damage, this day cream just made applying your SPF a truly indulgent experience.

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Origins VitaZing SPF15 Energy-Boosting Tinted Moisturiser

VitaZing SPF15 Energy-Boosting Tinted Moisturiser
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Origins VitaZing SPF15 Energy-Boosting Tinted Moisturiser

Now 20% Off

We could all do with an energy boost – even in our moisturiser. This multi-tasker provides just that, with an added dose of radiance and SPF protection for good measure.

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Best SPF Moisturiser For Mature Skin

Dermalogica Dynamic Skin Recovery

Dynamic Skin Recovery
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Best SPF Moisturiser For Mature Skin

Dermalogica Dynamic Skin Recovery

This emollient-rich moisturiser is a great choice for skin that tends to feel dehydrated as the day goes on. It's richly hydrating, but doesn't sit on top of your skin, leaving behind an annoying greasy film. Fragrance free and loaded with antioxidants and peptides, it's a smart choice for those who want to brighten and unify their complexion.

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