It's essential to wear SPF all year round, but with the sun emitting its strongest rays in the summer months, now is the time to start piling up on the sunscreen, and if you speak to any expert they'll advise the same. Why you ask? Firstly, the sun is responsible for premature skin ageing (which I learnt the hard way). And secondly, over exposure to UV rays can increase your risk of cancer.
According to, Dr Mary Sommerlad, 'sunscreen works by reducing the impact of rays from the sun, the higher the SPF the more protection you have from burning; the higher the UVA the more protection you have from premature ageing and pigmentation issues.'
To put it plainly, if you want to maintain youthful and radiant skin, SPF is your best friend in bottle form. And don't worry if you've always struggled with the thick, tacky and chalky finish of traditional sunscreens, the new-gen formulas are anything but that and offer everything from sprays to serums and milks which cater to all skin types and all skin tones.
To streamline your skincare, we have curated a list of the ten best moisturisers with SPF, that will not only help you to skip a step in your morning routine but will also hydrate your skin while shielding it from the sun's damaging effects. Read on to discover these multitasking heroes that offer both hydration and sun protection.
Shop: The 11 Best Moisturisers With SPF
Best moisturiser with SPF for make-up
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Grazia tried and tested: We found that Fenty Skin's Hydra Vizor is the perfect canvas for your make-up application to keep your skin both hydrated and protected. Packed with niacinamide and Kalahari melon, this lightweight formula targets any fine lines and dark spots whilst working to strengthen your moisture barrier. Looking for plumper skin? We'd recommend this SPF moisturiser.
Pros
- Great base for make-up
- Zero flashback on the skin
Cons
- Slightly scented
Best anti-aging SPF moisturiser
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If you have dry skin throw this one into the shopping cart. This rich cream from Paula's Choice offers broad spectrum SPF50 to care for your skin in the sun. It contains ingredients like niacinamide and liquorice for a more hydrated and even-toned skin.
Pros
- High protection from the sun
- Leaves a radiant finish on the skin
Cons
- More suitable for mature skin
Best affordable moisturiser with SPF
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CeraVe gets it right when it comes to sensitive skincare. The AM Facial Moisturising lotion delivers hydration alongside UV and SPF50 protection, this cream is a crowd pleaser that seeks to simplify your skincare routine.
Pros
- Doesn't irritate sensitive skin
- Protects the natural skin barrier
Cons
- More suitable to a dry skin
Best priming SPF moisturiser
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Beauty Pie brings you luxury beauty at affordable membership prices. The 2-in-1 featherlight sunscreen and primer. Apply this holy grail on before your foundation routine for the perfect sun protected make-up base.
Pros
- Super lightweight formula
- Priming ingredients helps make-up last
Cons
- Slightly scented
Best SPF moisturiser for all skin types
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Suitable for all skin types, this cult favourite moisturiser from Kiehl's boasts broad-spectrum defence against harmful UVA and UVB rays, while glacial glycoprotein and fountain plant extract help to lock in 24 hours of moisture.
Pros
- Great for all skin types
- Fast-absorbing cream
Cons
- Some may find the formula too rich
Best mineral SPF moisturiser
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Neal's Yard Remedies gets it right when it comes to skincare ingredients. The Wild Rose Cream is filled with organic wild rosehip seed oil, shea butter, and baobab oil, this delightful cream will help your skin to stay soft and beautifully hydrated all day.
Pros
- High UVA and UVB protection
- Softens the skin immediately
Cons
- Scented
Best lightweight SPF moisturiser
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This high-protective yet lightweight formula from Caudalie contains antioxidant-rich spruce extract and French grape seed extracts, delivers comfortable, invisible shielding.
Best vitamin C SPF moisturiser
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A whipped moisturiser that smoothes and brightens your skin while protecting it against UV damage. Free of parabens, silicones, PEGs, SLS, SLES, and mineral oils, it's perfect for those who prefer a stripped back formula.
Pros
- Available in an unscented and mandarin formula
- Vitamin C gets to work to brighten
Cons
- Harder to get hold of
Best broad spectrum SPF moisturiser
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Defy digital aging and shield your skin from blue light and environmental stressors with this advanced formula! Experience the lightweight goodness that protects you whether you’re indoors, outdoors, or under the sun. Carefully crafted without octinoxate, oxybenzone, parabens, or artificial fragrances. IMAGE's daily moisturiser is a skin-savvy solution that’s modernized for your ultimate protection.
Pros
- Helps prevent blue light damage
- Strong sun protection
Cons
- Scented
Best hydrating SPF moisturiser
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After a plump, nourished complexion? e.l.f's offering contains hyaluronic acid and peptides to keep skin in check.
Pros
- Great for dry skin
- Works well as a base for make-up
Cons
- Might be too rich for oily skin types
Bets plumping SPF moisturiser
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Looking for glow? We think you'll love this moisturiser from Naked Sundays. A mineral lotion infused with vegan collagen that helps to smooth the appearance of fine lines and reel in the moisture. This formula is also infused with hyaluronic acid for that extra added hydration.
Pros
- Fragrance free
- Added collagen leaves skin looking plump
Cons
- Some reviews say the texture is quite thick
Renee Washington, Grazia's Digital Fashion and Beauty Assistant, lives online. With a penchant for wispy lashes and streetwear, she writes about the worlds of fashion and beauty from the viewpoint of the modern fashion girlie.