Let’s be real—Indian sun is savage. We step out for 10 mins and boom—tan, sunburn, dullness, and those tiny bumps no one asked for. That’s where our ride-or-die hero comes in: Sunscreen.

But wait, why even bother?

The sun throws invisible evil rays at us—UVA and UVB. These are the culprits behind wrinkles, premature aging, pigmentation, and even skin cancer. Here are my favorite sunscreen for summers.

Sunscreen = invisible armor. It:

• Reflects or absorbs UV rays depending on the formula.

• Protects your glow, fights dullness, and keeps your skin looking young.

Now, here’s my no-filter list of budget-friendly + effective sunscreens that actually do their job:

1. Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch SPF 50+

• Lightweight, water-resistant, and has a dry, matte finish

• Best for: Oily to combination skin (but normal skin types can use too)

• leaves little white cast, Might feel a tad drying for super dry skin peeps

2. Adcross Derma Shield Sunscreen SPF 50

• Matte gel texture, absorbs quickly, doesn’t clog pores

• Best for: Acne-prone and oily skin

• Fragrance-free, non-comedogenic, and super travel-friendly

• Not very well known, but so underrated

3. Dr. Sheth’s Oat & Zinc Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50

• Has calming ingredients like oat and zinc

• Best for: Sensitive and dry skin

• Soothing, non-irritating, and doesn’t sting your eyes

• Might feel slightly heavy on oily skin, but works fab under makeup

  
  

4. Conscious Chemist – Sun Drink Hybrid Sunscreen SPF 50

• Hybrid formula = both physical + chemical protection

• Best for: All skin types, especially normal to dry

• No white cast, dewy finish, works great under makeup

• Slightly on the premium side, but worth it for the texture & finish

  
  

5. Conscious Chemist matte finish

Silky matte finish, invisible on the skin, and lightweight af

Best for: dry to combination skin 

No white cast, super blendable, doesn’t pill under makeup, fragrance-free

If you love a dewy look, this one's more matte—so choose based on your vibe!

Pro Tip Time!

• Oily skin? Go for gel-based, matte finish sunscreens

• Dry skin? Look for hydrating or cream-based sunscreens

• Sensitive skin? Use mineral sunscreens with zinc oxide

• Dusky skin tone? Pick sunscreens with no white cast (thank me later)

So, don’t skip sunscreen. Even if you’re indoors—those UV rays will find you.

Now tell me Which sunscreen do you swear by—and which one flopped? Let’s help each other glow without burning!