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Finding the perfect sunscreen can sometimes be as tough as finding the perfect partner. No really! You want something that is non-sticky, doesn’t leave a white cast, is available in India, and is affordable (you will be using a whole lot of it)… and it can be difficult to find a product that ticks all the boxes. This is why we’ve done half the work for you; we spoke to seven Indian women–from beauty editors to content creators, in their ‘30s–to give us their tried and tested recommendations. Scroll through, see what sounds best, and make that purchase. Remember you need to apply sunscreen daily, in all weather, irrespective of whether you are at home, or right outside on the beach sipping on a margarita!

“Sun protection is the most important step in my skincare regimen. Unfortunately, a lot of really good sunscreens leave a white cast, this is a common problem for brown skin. I prefer using a tinted sunscreen like the Re’equil Zinc-Tinted Mineral Sunscreen. Apart from being broad-spectrum (protection from both UVA and UVB rays), it has a slight tint that gives nice sheer coverage. Also being an Indian brand, it really works for our climate and skin. For touch-ups during the day, I swear by iS Clinical PerfecTint Powder SPF. It’s super easy to use, no white marks and can be applied on makeup as well.” -Samreen Samad, Beauty Content Creator 

“I love the Innisfree Intensive Triple Shield Sunscreen, it is easily blendable, moisturising and doesn’t sting your eyes as some other sunscreens do.” -Kripa Krishnan, Content Head, KredX

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“I love K-Beauty sunscreens but I feel Indian sunscreens are really stepping up their game. My fave is the Re’equil Ultra Matte Dry-Touch Sunscreen Gel SPF 50 PA ++++ UVA which is super lightweight, feels like velvet, and does not leave a white cast. And most importantly, is affordable–sunscreen should be treated as a skin essential, not a vanity product.” -Karen Alfonso, Beauty Editor, iDiva

“I absolutely love the Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence Sunscreen SPF 50+ Pa++++. It’s non-sticky and doesn’t leave a white cast both pointers that are very important for me while looking for sunscreen. Because it is so non-sticky it’s also perfect for all weathers.”-Ainee Nizami Ahmedi, Founder and EIC, The Midlife Crisis

“My current fave is the Aqualogica Dewy 50 +++. It blends in perfectly and doesn’t affect your makeup in any way.”-Richa Desai, Client Servicing, FB Celebrations

“It’s really hard to find a sunscreen that doesn’t leave a white cast and Minimalist’s SPF 60 sunscreen is one that I keep going back to. It basically melts into the skin. Love it!!” – Nikita D’silva, Founder and Creative Director, Jostle Media

“I’ve been using the Re’equil Oxybenzone And Omc Free Sunscreen SPF 50 PA+++. It’s a new find that I’ve been using for the last month and honestly, I have no complaints. I have super sensitive and oily skin and this sits beautifully under my makeup. On days when I just want a fuss-free look, I just use this sunscreen with the Benetint Cheek & Lip Stain and a brow gel and I’m good to go.” – Snehal Fernandes, Social Media Strategist & Video Content Creator, Founder & Creative Director, Metafor.in
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