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Were spilling our top picks that glide on like a dream while keeping your skin moisturized all day.

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Its loaded with hyaluronic acid, attracting and retaining moisture and giving your skin that plump, hydrated glow.

Together, they form a protective barrier, sealing moisture so your skin stays smooth and supple all day.

This sunscreen is one of my favorites, she says.

EltaMD UV Daily Broad Spectrum SPF 40 white bottle of sunscreen on light gray background

The real hero ingredient is ectoin, which fights free radicals while soothing and hydrating your skin barrier.

Its an extremolyte, which is extracted from extremophilic microorganisms.

The Supergoop Glow Stick SPF 50 Dry Oil Sunscreen Stick is like thegrown-up versionmade for your skin.

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Unlike many sunscreens, it goes on completely invisible, so blending is effortless.

Simply put, its the kind of stuff dry skin drinks up.

Plus, the mess-free packaging makes it a breeze to toss in your bag when youre on the run.

Supergoop Glow Stick SPF 50 Dry Oil Sunscreen Stick silver and yellow twist up sunscreen stick on light gray background

The dreamy finish blends seamlessly into all skin tones, giving you that warm, sun-kissed glow.

Its silky texture glides on smoothly without a sticky feel, and the tell-tale sunscreen scent?

Whether your skincare routine has12 stepsor just two, this chemical sunscreen is the perfect finishing touch.

Kosas DreamBeam Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40 PA++++ in Sunlit pink and bronze oval bottle of sunscreen on light gray background

Colorsciences multitasking products havenever failed to disappoint, so were not surprised that this one changes the SPF game.

Plus, its fragrance-free, making it gentle on sensitive skin.

Just remember its a chemical sunscreen, so if your skin is super sensitive, it might cause irritation.

La Roche Posay Anthelios UV Hydra Sunscreen SPF 50 white bottle of sunscreen on light gray background

Perfect for dry and mature skin types to stay protected and glowy.

Plus, it has a fragrance-free and non-irritating formula perfect for sensitive skin types, she says.

Its also earned street cred with seals of approval from the National Eczema Association and the Skin Cancer Foundation.

Dr. Jart+ Every Sun Day Sun Fluid Sunscreen SPF 50+ white rectangle bottle with light blue cap on light gray background

If youve got dry skin, the best sunscreens are the ones that hydrate while offering solid UV protection.

Extra points if it includes antioxidants to combat free radicals.

And, of course, stick to lightweight, non-greasy formulas for a comfortable, glowing finish.

Colorescience Tint du Soleil Whipped Foundation SPF 30 teal tube of sunscreen with silver cap on light gray background

Is it good to apply sunscreen on dry skin?

Everyone, no matter their skin jot down, benefits from daily sunscreen.

Sometimes, it depends on the throw in of sunscreen youre using.

Eucerin Sun Advanced Hydration SPF 50 Sunscreen Lotion white and orange tube of sunscreen on light gray background

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