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Sunscreen mousse may be dangerous — here’s what you need to know
It turns out whipped formulas may not be effective.
A favorite amongst NBC Select staffers, this sunscreen has an SPF 46 and is specifically made for the face. The oil-free formula utilizes zinc oxide as its main ingredient to physically block UVA and UVB rays. The formula is lightweight and good for those with sensitive skin, according to the brand.
Just because the mousse sunscreen from Supergoop was issued a warning, it doesn’t mean all of the brand’s products are off limits. This gel formula is another favorite of staffers. “It has a smooth, almost silky feel to it that my skin absorbs quickly, giving the same finish as some of my high-end makeup primers,” says NBC Select associate reporter Ashley Morris.
The go-to sunscreen in my house, I love that I can quickly spray my kids down with SPF as we head out the door. It also absorbs quickly and has a pleasant coconut scent. Along with ingredients that protect your skin, this formula contains vitamin E to keep skin moisturized, according to the brand.
Bethany Heitman is a contributor at NBC Select and a journalist who regularly covers topics like beauty, home and lifestyle and debunks popular skin care trends and online fads.
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