Best sun creams July 2026
A good sun cream is essential for protecting your skin from harmful UV rays. This guide will help you compare the top-rated options on the market, so you can find the perfect sun cream for your skin type and needs. Our rankings are based on independent data, helping you make an informed choice.
Last updated: 23 June 2026
La Roche Posay Anthelios UVMune 400 Invisible Fluid SPF50+ 50ml climbed 1 position
Sun Creams: Top 5
1
Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun: Rice+Probiotics SPF50+ 50ml
from £6.5814 stores
from £6.58
14 stores
2
La Roche Posay Anthelios UVMune 400 Invisible Fluid SPF50+ 50ml
from £6.788 stores
1
from £6.78
8 stores
3
Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun Aqua Fresh SPF50 50ml
from £8.3913 stores
from £8.39
13 stores
4
La Roche Posay Anthelios UVMune 400 Ultra Cream SPF50+ 50ml
from £7.727 stores
from £7.72
7 stores
5
Eucerin Sun Protection Oil Control Gel Cream SPF50 50ml
from £10.497 stores
from £10.49
7 stores
This popular Korean skincare sunscreen from Beauty of Joseon is known for its moisturising properties, often feeling more like a skincare product than a traditional sun cream. With high SPF 50+ protection, it's formulated to be gentle on sensitive skin, as it's free from alcohol, parabens, and fragrance.
Pros
Moisturising formula feels like skincare
Free from alcohol, fragrance, and parabens
Suitable for sensitive skin
Vegan and cruelty-free
High SPF 50+ protection
Cons
Uses a chemical sun filter
Small 50ml container
La Roche Posay's Anthelios UVMune 400 is a lightweight fluid sunscreen offering very high SPF 50+ protection. It features an advanced filter for excellent defense against long UVA rays. While praised for its invisible finish, some users report that it can stain clothes and, in rare instances, cause allergic reactions.
Pros
Advanced UVMune 400 filter for UVA protection
Lightweight, invisible fluid texture
Stays on well when sweating
Fragrance-free and for sensitive skin
Cons
Can cause severe allergic reactions in rare cases
May stain white clothing
Small 50ml bottle
This is the Aqua Fresh variant of Beauty of Joseon's popular Relief Sun sunscreen. It promises the same high SPF 50 protection and gentle formula as the original, being vegan, cruelty-free, and made without potential irritants. The 'Aqua Fresh' name suggests a particularly lightweight, refreshing texture.
Pros
High SPF 50 protection
Moisturising and for sensitive skin
Free of alcohol, parabens, and fragrance
Vegan and cruelty-free
Cons
Newer product with no user reviews available
Uses a chemical sun filter
Only 50ml quantity
This Ultra Cream from La Roche Posay's Anthelios line is a versatile, waterproof sunscreen for both face and body. It features high SPF 50+ protection with the UVMune 400 filter and comes in a convenient pump bottle. The formula is moisturising and designed to be suitable for sensitive skin.
Pros
Waterproof formula
For use on both face and body
Moisturising and for sensitive skin
Convenient pump dispenser
Cons
Richer cream might feel heavy for some face use
50ml is a very small amount for body application
Eucerin's Oil Control Gel Cream is an ideal choice for those with oily or blemish-prone skin, as it delivers a matte finish. It provides high, waterproof SPF 50 protection and also shields skin from HEV light (blue light). Its lightweight gel-cream texture comes in a hygienic pump bottle.
Pros
Oil control formula with a matte finish
Protects against HEV/Blue Light
Waterproof gel-cream texture
Easy-to-use pump dispenser
Cons
Not listed as cruelty-free or vegan
Not specified to have advanced UVA protection
Compare specifications
| Application area | Face | Face | Face | Body, Face | Face |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun Screen (SPF) | 50 SPF | 50 SPF | 50 SPF | 50 SPF | 50 SPF |
| For adult/kids | Adult | Adult | Adult | Adult | Adult |
| Type of application | Cream/lotion | Cream/lotion | Cream/lotion | Cream/lotion, Pump | Gel, Pump |
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The ranking is updated monthly and is based on data we collect from our own platform. Products that rank highly are popular among our users while also maintaining high quality according to editorial expert assessments. Specifically, we weigh how many users follow the product via price alerts or lists, how it is rated by experts and users, as well as how much traffic it generates to stores and how well it is represented in retail. The texts on this page are AI-generated and created to give you a quick and clear overview. No products are paid placements – the ranking is driven solely by data.
