(Image credit: Ghislain & Marie David de Lossy/Getty)Jump to category:The Best Body SunscreensAlso RecommendedWhat to Look For in a Body SunscreenDo I Really Need Body Sunscreen?Is a Spray or Cream Sunscreen Better?Face vs. Body SunscreensHow We TestedMeet the ExpertsBy Sophia Vilensky last updated 10 July 2024 in Buying GuidesIt's unfortunate that sunscreen (perhaps the most important beauty product?) has so many myths surrounding it. The best body sunscreens won't prevent you from tanning (note: self-tanners are great for getting a perfectly bronzed look) and they don't only exist to prevent sunburn. In fact, the best new sunscreens go a step further—they're your number one line of defense against skin cancer, hyperpigmentation, and long term sun damage."The skin on our body can age more rapidly than our face due to structural differences, often requiring more treatments to achieve the same results with the same anti-aging procedures," explains Dr. Nicole Y Lee, M.D. MPH FAAD, a boar...
