First things first: you shouldn’t only apply a facial sunscreen while sunbathing at the shore. Wearing at least an SPF 30 cream that’s broad-spectrum (meaning, it’ll protect against both UVA and UVB rays), is a daily practice that dermatologists emphasize time and again.

Even though we’re inching toward summertime, it’s important to begin start making sun protection a ritual: finding a cream that’ll work for you, so you can adroitly apply it and bask in the beaming (or not) sun. FYI: it’s still critical to protect against the sun-peeking-through-the-clouds forecast, too.

After years of swatching and slathering on the best facial sunscreens and even moisturizers with SPF, it’s important to note that top brands may be boasting sun protection! sun protection! it doesn’t mean they’re equipped for everyone. That’s why the EltaMD UV Skin Recovery SPF 50 Sunscreen is one to reach for.

EltaMD UV Skin Recovery SPF 50 Sunscreen is encased in a pump-dispensing bottle that is a product of prestige in the wardrobe of light, silky sunscreens you’ll find on the market, especially for sensitive skin. It boasts a transparent zinc oxide with a 100% mineral filter.

Because this is a mineral sunscreen, this EltaMD formulation reflects the sun’s rays and creates a protective shield, “a physical separation between you and the sun,” according to Anisha Patel, MD, who shared her expertise with The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.

I have sensitive skin, so I’m especially careful about the products I apply to my skin. The EltaMD UV Skin Recovery SPF 50 Sunscreen is suitable for very sensitive skin and, impressively, has been tested after certain cosmetic procedures including non-ablative laser treatment.

Additionally, this protective facial sunscreen is apt for even compromised, damaged skin as it’s a workhorse for skin recovery when used consistently. It’s void of a white cast, a checkmark in its favor among those with dark skin tones, and holds a lightweight texture that blends into the skin in a cosmetically elegant fashion.

Rest assured, it’s a beach bag staple. Not to mention, it’s the Holy Grail SPF for Kyle Richards.

It’s clear that the EltaMD UV Skin Recovery SPF 50 Sunscreen is more than your protective sunscreen — it’s skin recovery. It has been clinically proven to calm, repair and defend sensitive skin from sun damage, as the formula was shown to reduce redness by 52% over 12 weeks and strengthen the skin barrier with continued use, per EltaMD’s clinical trial.

Additionally, this facial sunscreen contains Centella asiatica to calm and soothe the skin, an ingredient that is commonly found in a catalog of Korean skincare products. This is a key benefit for those who have dry skin, along with EltaMD’s blend of ceramides that nourishes and reinforces the skin barrier to help minimize future damage, redness and sensitivity.

If you’re looking to give your skin some T.L.C. and ensure you’re hitting the max on skin protection, make sure you pick up the EltaMD UV Skin Recovery SPF 50 Sunscreen — and reapply it every two hours.

This article was written by Victoria Giardina, New York Post Commerce Journalist & Content Strategist, who has spent countless hours researching, testing hundreds of products and comparing the latest and greatest makeup, skincare, hair and beauty items and trends to determine what’s truly worth your hard-earned cash. She evaluates formulas, textures, ingredients and more, in addition to consulting medical and industry experts. Some of Victoria’s latest conquests include reviewing the viral Korean beauty brand, Cosrx, and testing dermatologist-recommended acne cleansers. Victoria has been creating shopping guides for the New York Post since 2021 and previously held positions at Insider Reviews and CNN Underscored.