The best...sunblocks

Rodan + Fields Reverse Environmental Shield

San Francisco’s celebrity dermatologists have rethought sunscreen chemistry. This shield uses vita­min A from seaweed to extend the life of a key ingredient.

$41, rodanandfields.com

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Source: Vogue

MDSolarSciences Mineral Screen Lotion SPF 40

Even vitamin A is potentially hazardous. To avoid all suspect sunscreen chemicals, buy a lotion whose active ingredients are zinc oxide and titanium oxide, like this one.

$36, mdsolarsciences.com

Source: Real Simple

La Roche-Posay Anthelios 60

Originally a cult buy available only in Europe, La Roche-Posay is a favorite of dermatologists. It now comes in this “ultra-light” version, ideal for oily skin.

$29.50, larocheposay.us

Source: Real Simple

Avon Anew Solar Advance SPF 30

Anew’s formula stimulates enzymes within skin cells in order to switch on a natural antioxidant defense system. Among dermatologists, this rates as big news.

$34, shop.avon.com

Source: Vogue

Up & Up Sport Continuous SPF 30

“Don’t pay too much” if all you care about is UVA and UVB protection. For that, this Target product outscores La Roche-Posay, and costs less than 88 cents an ounce.

$9 for two, target.com

Source: Consumer Reports