Sunscreens questions are a popular topic on the Women Who Golf website. There have been a lot of good suggestions from the members about what is best for golf. To make the choice easy, we compiled a list of eight favourite sunscreens for women golfers. All of these are available on Amazon, ready for you to add to your golf bag!
Please remember, that these sunscreens should be used in addition to hats and protective clothing. Wearing any of them doesn’t excuse you from spending time in the shade, since no sunscreen can completely prevent sun damage.
Women Who Golf Favourite Face Sunscreens For Golf
Best Overall
EltaMD UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46
SPF 46 | Mineral | Lightweight lotion
EltaMD Uv Clear Broad Spectrum has been mentioned again and again as a favourite for both the golf course and every day. Members love it as it doesn’t feel greasy, it’s lightweight, won’t clog pores, is fragrance-free and is non-comedogenic. Reviews say that the formula absorbs quickly and offers an invisible finish. I also saw there is a tinted version as well if you prefer a makeup-no makeup look.
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Best For Your Face and Body
Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Non-Greasy Sunscreen Stick for Face & Body
SPF 70 | Broad-Spectrum | Lightweight lotion
One of our members made a post about this one, and the love for it was strong! This lightweight sunscreen stick for the face & body glides on easily and leaves a non-greasy finish, won’t clog pores and is lightweight. Amazon lists it as a broad spectrum SPF 70, clean feel and can be used on the face and body. Sometimes this version is sold out, they have a bottle version as well, the link is here.
Purchase the stick here and lotion here on Amazon
Best For Sensitive Skin & Korean Skincare!
Hyalu-Cica Water Fit Sun Cream
SPF 50+ | UVA/UVB Protection | For Sensitive Skin
Ideal for those with sensitive skin and enthusiasts of Korean skincare, the Hyalu-Cica Water Fit Sun Cream emerges as an excellent choice. With a commendable SPF 50+ and top-notch UVA/UVB protection, this product ensures your skin remains shielded from harmful sun rays. Specifically formulated for sensitive skin, it embodies the gentle and nourishing qualities associated with Korean skincare.
Best Less Expensive Sunscreen
Cetaphil Daily Oil Free Facial Moisturizer with SPF 35
SPF 35 | Chemical | Contains homosalate 9.5% and Octisalate 4.8% | Lightweight lotion
Cetaphil has a lightweight moisturizing SPF, that has been a favourite in the group. It is oil-free, good for sensitive skin, reviews say didn’t clog pores and has a broad spectrum. Plus it’s super affordable… a good one to keep in the golf bag.
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Best Sunscreen For Acne-Prone Skin
La Roche-Posay Anthelios Clear Skin Dry Touch Sunscreen SPF 60
SPF 60 | Chemical | Contains homosalate 15% and octisalate 5% | Lightweight lotion
A favourite of the French pharmacy, this formula glides on and is oil-free, non-irritating, fragrance-free, and water-resistant for 80 minutes. Reviews say it goes on sheer, absorbs quickly and creates a velvety finish. It’s one of the most popular on Amazon and for women golfers.
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Another La Roche-Posay Favourite
La Roche-Posay Anthelios Tinted Sunscreen SPF 50 (Tinted)
La Roche-Posay Anthelios Mineral Ultra-Light Face Sunscreen SPF 50 (Non-Tinted)
SPF 50 | Mineral | Lightweight lotion | Tinted and Non-Tinted Options
I have been using this one for years and love it….it creates a dewy finish and doesn’t sting my eyes. I have it in both tinted and non-tinted, use it every day. Reviews state it is lightweight, won’t clog pores and is ideal for sensitive skin. Make sure to shake before use.
Purchase the tinted here and non-tinted here on Amazon
Best Sunscreen For Mature Skin
ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica Ultralight Emulsion Sunscreen SPF 50+
SPF 50 | Mineral | Lotion
A great sunscreen to protect against wrinkles, fine lines and dark spots caused by sun exposure. In the Women Who Golf group, this one came up many times as a favourite. They have a tinted version as well, but the normal one won’t leave a white cast on the skin. It is suited to most skin types and reviews say it’s not oily.
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Best For Sensitive Skin and Allergies
Blue Lizard Australian Sunscreen
SPF 30 | Mineral | Lotion
Blue Lizard sunscreen: “It’s an Australian brand, so they take their sunscreen very seriously, as [Australia] has the highest rate of melanoma.” There is a whole range of face and body sunscreen. It is mineral based, won’t clog pores and contains no fragrances or parabens, making it ideal for sensitive skin.
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Best for Reapplication
Colorescience Sunforgettable Total Protection Brush-On Shield SPF 50
SPF 50 | Mineral | Powder
This powder sunscreen from Colorescience can be used under or over makeup. It’s a powder and not a cream or location, so it always leaves a matte finish. It’s a good one to have in your golf bag to quickly re-apply some SPF on the golf course, and won’t affect your makeup.
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