The 11 Best Drugstore Moisturizers with SPF to Keep You Safe in the Sun

Best Overall

Neutrogena Hydro Boost Moisturizer

$29 at Ulta $17 at Target View on Neutrogena.com

Active Ingredients: Avobenzone, homosalate, octisalate, octocrylene | Size: 1.7 oz | SPF: 50 | Cruelty-Free: No

This lightweight and hydrating formula is incredibly easy to blend and layer with makeup and other skincare products. It contains hyaluronic acid for a boost of moisture and a combination of chemical UV blockers that protect against UVA and UVB rays. We love that it’s nongreasy, doesn’t create a white cast, and won’t clog pores.

While it doesn't contain added fragrance, it’s worth noting that it has a strong chemical SPF scent upon the initial application. But considering that dissipates and the formula is fantastic, this certainly isn’t a deal breaker for us. It's also a great option for people with a wide range of skin types and tones.

Best Overall, Runner-Up

Bolden SPF 30 Brightening Moisturizer

$28 at Amazon View on Boldenusa.com

Active Ingredients: Homosalate, octisalate, avobenzone, octocrylene, vitamin C, squalane, safflower oil | Skin Type: All | Size: 2 oz | SPF: 30 | Cruelty-Free: Yes

Not only does Bolden's Brightening Moisturizer SPF 30 protect skin from UVA and UVB rays, but it contains nourishing ingredients, too—including vitamin C a complexion-brightening antioxidant that can reduce hyperpigmentation, dark spots, sun spots, age spots, and other signs of sun damage. With melanin-rich complexions in mind, this moisturizer dries clear without any white residue. It's suitable for oily, dry, combination, and sensitive skin types, offering all-day hydration. And the smooth, skin-brightening formula can be worn on its own or under makeup.

Though we love the formula and that it doesn't leave a white cast on dark skin tones, we did find it a bit greasy on super oily skin, so keep that in mind if you're prone to getting shiny throughout the day.

Best for Dry Skin

CeraVe AM Facial Lotion SPF 30

$20 at Ulta $20 at Dermstore $14 at Target

Active Ingredients: Homosalate, meradimate, octinoxate, octocrylene, zinc oxide, ceramides, niacinamide, hyaluronic acid | Skin Type: All | Size: 3 oz | SPF: 30 | Cruelty-Free: No

CeraVe has been a drugstore staple (not to mention a favorite among dermatologists) since its launch in 2006. It's no wonder you can't do much better than this one—especially if you have dry skin. Formulated with three ceramides, hyaluronic acid, and niacinamide, this AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion protects and hydrates skin all day. Its broad-spectrum SPF 30 sun protection contains ultra-fine zinc, meaning the protective formula spreads easily without leaving a white cast. It's also non-comedogenic, and approved by National Eczema Association.

We like this option a lot for those with dry or balanced skin, but we felt it was pretty heavy and greasy for people with oily skin types. However, if you're looking for a rich moisturizer that will provide good sun protection, it's absolutely worth checking out.

Best for Combination Skin

La Roche-Posay Anthelios Melt-In Milk Sunscreen

$38 at Amazon $29 at Ulta $37 at Dermstore

Active Ingredients: Cell-Ox Shield Technology, vitamin E, glycerin, dimethicone, La Roche Posay Thermal Spring Water | Skin Type: All | Size: 3, 5 oz | SPF: 60 | Cruelty-Free: No

Have both dry and oily patches? This SPF will wear comfortably across your entire face and body. Infused with skin conditioning vitamin E, it leaves skin feeling silky soft—minus any heavy or greasy residue. It's oil-free which is excellent if you're prone to a lot of shine, and we love that it's been tested for sensitive skin. Another bonus: it's water-resistant for up to 80 minutes, making it a great choice for sweaty trips to the gym or hot days by the water.

It's hydrating, nongreasy, and comfortable to wear, but some online reviewers mentioned it leaves a bit of a white cast on the skin.

Best for Oily Skin

Cetaphil Oil Absorbing Moisturizer SPF 30

$15 at Amazon $15 at Target $17 at Walmart

Active Ingredients: Micropearl technology, Oleosome technology, avobenzone, octisalate, octocrylene | Skin Type: Oily, sensitive | Size: 4 oz | SPF: 30 | Cruelty-Free: No

Cetaphil is another drugstore mainstay, and we love the brand's DermaControl moisturizer for anyone with oily skin (however, it's great at moisturizing dry skin too). Its four-in-one formula hydrates the skin, reduces shine, and provides sun protection, all while keeping oil under control. The hero ingredient is the brand's MicroPearl technology, which helps create a matte finish without overdrying or irritating the skin—an ideal feature for anyone with oily skin.

Best for Acne-Prone Skin

Differin Oil Absorbing Moisturizer

$13 at Amazon $16 at Ulta $14 at Target

Active Ingredients: Micropearl technology, oleosome technology, avobenzone, octisalate, octocrylene | Skin Type: All | Size: 4 oz | SPF: 30 | Cruelty-Free: No

Differin used to be a prescription-only product, but to the relief of many, it's now sold over the counter in the U.S. If you have acne-prone skin, stock up on the brand's Oil Absorbing Moisturizer with Sunscreen. It offers much-needed hydration and broad-spectrum SPF 30 protection against UVA and UVB rays while working to reduce oil and shine. This drugstore moisturizer is made for those with oily skin but is suitable for all skin types. The oil-free, fragrance-free, hypoallergenic, and noncomedogenic formula is also gentle on sensitive skin.

While it doesn't have adapalene (the retinoid in Differin Gel), it does contain allantoin, which helps generate skin turnover—plus, it pairs well with most prescription and over-the-counter acne treatments and can even help to alleviate some of the drying effects of acne products.

Best for Sensitive Skin

La Roche-Posay Toleriane Double Repair Face Moisturizer UV

$25 at Amazon $26 at Ulta $25 at Dermstore

Active Ingredients: Avobenzone, homosalate, octisalate, octocrylene | SPF: 30 | Size: 3.38 oz | Cruelty-Free: No

If you have sensitive skin, then you might resonate with the challenge of trying to find a hydrating and protective pick that doesn't cause irritation—but this dermatologist-tested moisturizer with SPF could be a fitting choice for you. The formula is rich and deeply hydrating without being overly oily. We love that it’s packed with nourishing ingredients including ceramides, glycerin, niacinamide, and La Roche-Posay Prebiotic Thermal Water, the brand’s core ingredient infused with antioxidants.

When our testers first applied it, they noticed how well the creamy texture absorbed into the skin without looking or feeling greasy or creating a white cast. It can look a bit shiny throughout the day, especially on oily skin, but it’s easy to blot away, and we’d absolutely take this over it being chalky or drying like some SPFs are.

Best for Dark Skin Tones

Black Girl Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30

$16 at Ulta $16 at Target $11 at Walmart

Active Ingredients: Avocado oil, jojoba oil, cacao butter, carrot juice, sunflower oil, avobenzone, homosalate, octisalate, octocrylene | Size: 3 oz | SPF: 30 | Cruelty-Free: Yes

Black Girl Sunscreen is a lightweight lotion made for people of color by people of color. It has broad-spectrum SPF 30 to protect the skin from sun damage without leaving a white residue—plus, it doubles as a nourishing moisturizer. This sheer cream is filled with natural ingredients, like avocado oil, jojoba oil, cocoa butter, carrot juice, and sunflower oil. The formulation dries clear and is gentle enough for everyday use while helping to soothe, moisturize, and heal the skin.

"As a Black woman who admittedly hasn't always been great about using sunscreen on my face, Black Girl Sunscreen has been a game changer," says senior commerce editor Dominique Hobdy. "The formula melts into my skin and doesn't leave any extra oils behind. It's become a staple in my routine."

Best Lightweight

CeraVe Ultra-Light Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30

$14 at Amazon $20 at Ulta $17 at Target

Active Ingredients: Avobenzone, homosalate, octisalate, octocrylene | Size: 1.7 oz | SPF: 30 | Cruelty-Free: No

Many SPF products and moisturizers that contain SPF can feel heavy, greasy, or hard to blend out. This one, however, isn't any of those things. The ultra-lightweight formula spreads across the skin like butter, leaving it feeling hydrated and balanced. We love that it contains nourishing ingredients, like ceramides and hyaluronic acid to support a healthy skin barrier while not making the face look or feel too shiny.

"I’ve tried about every 'no white cast' sunscreen on the market, and this is one of the only ones that truly absorbs completely clear," says commerce writer Shannon Stubbs. "It has a super-light texture, making it easy for me to layer it on every morning, and I love how it makes my skin feel soft and supple all day long."

Best Smoothing

No7 Protect & Perfect Intense Day Cream SPF 30

$28 at Ulta

Active Ingredients: Matrixyl 3000+, No7 Double Defence Technology, avobenzone, octisalate, octocrylene | Size: 1.6 oz | SPF: 30 | Cruelty-Free: Yes

Check out this No7 moisturizer if you want to improve the appearance of fine lines or prevent premature signs of aging while you protect your skin from the sun. Recommended by editor in chief Hallie Gould, this ultra-rich cream smooths the complexion while firming the skin—thanks in part to the brand's Matrixyl 3000 technology, which contains powerful peptides to help reduce the look of wrinkles and protect skin from sun damage and other environmental stressors. After two weeks of use, this facial cream can provide a refreshed, healthy-looking glow.

Best Tinted

Neutrogena Purescreen+ Tinted Sunscreen

$16 at Amazon $28 at Ulta $19 at Target

Active Ingredients: Titanium Dioxide, Zinc Oxide | Size: 1.1 oz | SPF: 30 | Cruelty-Free: No

Whether you're looking for an all-in-one product to moisturize, protect your skin, and even your skin tone, or to add SPF protection and coverage underneath your foundation, this is a great pick. The Neutrogena tinted SPF comes in four flexible shades, and it's formulated with mineral UV filters and without synthetic fragrance.

"This product is an excellent lightweight choice that glides on smoothly and absorbs without any stickiness," says associate editorial commerce director, Jill Di Donato. "It's a mineral sunscreen, but leaves no white cast on my skin (I have pale skin, to be fair). The tint is ultra sheer and I wear it as foundation most days, but if you're looking for fuller coverage, consider wearing this under or over foundation. I can appreciate the sheerness of the formula because it makes it easy to reapply when I'm on the go."