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When used correctly, spray sunscreen can effectively protect you from harmful UV rays. We repeat: When used correctly. The problem is that \u201csprays are often applied too lightly or unevenly,\u201d Dr. Camp says. \u201cLotion tends to make it easier to see where you’ve covered the skin,\u201d so it\u2019s usually considered more effective.<\/p>\n
Spray sunscreen can also lose its efficacy if you don\u2019t rub it in. Massage the sunscreen into your skin after spraying it on, or spray a generous amount directly into your hands then apply it like a lotion, Dr. Huizenga says. And take care on uneven or contoured parts of your body, like your shoulders, knees, and ankles, Dr. Camp says. These areas can be harder to cover completely, so you may need to spend a little extra time rubbing in the spray. \u201cEven if the product advertises continuous or even coverage, rubbing it in is a simple step that can improve protection,\u201d he explains.<\/p>\n
Unless you already know to be extra careful and thorough when applying spray sunscreen, you probably aren\u2019t using enough of it. \u201cSpray each area of exposed skin until it has an even, visible sheen before rubbing it in, rather than giving it a quick pass,\u201d Dr. Camp says. To make sure you\u2019re getting consistent coverage, take your time and use a product with a continuous spray. Your skin should feel fully coated, Dr. Huizenga says, adding that it\u2019s important to reapply every two hours.<\/p>\n
We always enlist a range of testers for our makeup vertical, but, for example, hair-care products and tools are another story. While some hair products can be used across different textures, lengths, curl patterns, thicknesses, and colors (natural and unnatural), they are often created with specific consumers in mind. Many are formulated to address a concern (dandruff, breakage, brittleness) or to work most effectively for a specific hair type (4C curls, wavy hair, gray hair). You wouldn\u2019t want to pick up a purple shampoo that\u2019s only been reviewed by someone with, say, auburn hair, or a diffuser that\u2019s never been tested by anyone with curls, right?<\/p>\n
And for our reviews of the best spray sunscreens, we enlisted the help of multiple editors, writers, contributors, cosmetic chemists, and makeup artists with a range of experience studying and using these products. Testers considered performance across four primary categories: efficacy, texture, experience, and formula. For more on what’s involved in our reporting, check out our complete reviews process and methodology page.<\/p>\n
A beauty product is a personal purchase. You might be searching for a face cream to address persistent dryness or a new nail product to add to your Sunday self-care routine; you may simply be browsing around for the latest launches to hit the hair market. No matter what you seek or your individual needs and concerns, Allure<\/em> wants to ensure that you love anything we recommend in our stories. We believe that having a diverse team of writers and editors\u2014in addition to the wide range of outside testers and industry experts we regularly call upon\u2014is essential to reaching that goal.<\/p>\n After all, can we really<\/em> say a skin-care product is the \u201cbest\u201d for people over 50 if the only testers we\u2019ve solicited opinions from are folks who have yet to hit 30? Can we honestly deem a high-end diffuser worthy of your hard-earned cash if it\u2019s never been tested on curls? We\u2019re proud that our staff spans a wide range of ages, skin tones, hair textures, genders, and backgrounds, which means that we are able to fairly assess any beauty product that comes into the beauty closet.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Now, watch your favorite celebs take you through their 10-minute beauty routines:<\/strong><\/p>\n