9 Face SPF Products – That You’ll Absolutely Be Needing This Weekend

Protective and hydrating

The sun is out. Really out.

So out that you need to make sure you’re layering up the SPF – ASAP.

Whether the sun is splitting the stones, or hiding behind some clouds, you should always be wearing SPF.

Under your makeup, spritzed over your makeup, within a tinted moisturiser that you slap on before leaving the house – no matter what you’re doing, wherever you are, make sure you’re protected.

Here are some of our favourite face SPFs for this spring and summer.

Merit The Uniform Tinted Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 – €42

A fav here at STELLAR, Merit Beauty’s Tinted SPF Sunscreen provides broad spectrum UVA/UVB protection and a sheer tint that blends in with a light-as-air finish.

And now they’ve got 20 shades, so you can absolutely find your perfect match.

SOLERO Moisturising Sun Face Cream SPF50 – €7.50

Exclusive to McCabe’s Pharmacy, the SOLERO suncare range promises to keep your skin hydrated for 24 hours while you’re enjoying those rays.

This face SPF offers very high protection against UVA and UVB rays while helping to prevent premature skin ageing and sun-induced wrinkles.

Bondi Sands SPF 50+ Face Mist – €8.99

Already got your makeup on and panicking because you forgot your SPF? Never fear.

Bondi Sands’ SPF Face Mist can be used both under and over makeup, for a gorgeous finish that delivers up to 72 hours of hydration.

Elave Age Delay Lip Defence SPF20 – €10.95

Yes, your face is protected. But what about your lips?

Elave’s ultra-hydrating lip balm with broad spectrum SPF helps protect lips from UVA and UVB rays, while coconut oil, shea butter and vitamin E moisturise and smooth. Gorge.

SKN TO SKN Glow and Go Moisturiser SPF30 – €38

Tinted SPF – but make it pregnancy and breastfeeding safe.

SKN TO SKN is the first expert-led skincare brand formulated specifically for women who are trying to conceive, pregnant, breastfeeding and postpartum.

This moisturising tint is designed for sensitive skin, and delivers a natural glow while keeping your skin moisturised, soothed and shielded from daily environmental stressors.

Ella & Jo Invisible Mist SPF30 – €32

On the go? In need of a facial SPF spritz? Ella & Jo have got you.

Their Invisible Mist is designed for on-the-go application, and makes reapplying SPF effortless – even over makeup!

CeraVe Invisible Fluid Hydrating Sunscreen – €15

This SPF offers high UVB + UVA plus pollution protection that you’ll want to wear all day long.

It not only effectively protects your skin from harmful UV rays but also actively strengthens its natural barrier, while providing all day hydration for skin that stays protected and lovely and dewy.

Ultraceuticals Ultra UV Protective Daily Moisturiser SPF 50 Mattifying – €62

An SPF formulated specifically for oily and combination skin, Ultraceuticals know what they’re doing when it comes to skin protection.

This product is mattifying, non-whitening, and shine-free, and protects the skin from harmful UVA and UVB rays to help prevent premature skin ageing.

Solas Skin SPF30 Face Spray – €32.99

Another day, another mist – this time it’s from new Irish brand, Solas Skin, who just launched their first ever products.

This lightweight SPF 30 face mist is designed for effortless SPF top-ups throughout the day. Spray under or over your makeup, and you’re sorted.