Remember when we said sunscreen is a must all year round? Spring is on its way and our mantra continues to ring true for the new season. If you’re using up the last drops of your winter SPFs and wondering what to turn to next, you’re in luck: we’ve gathered our best formulas into one easy guide that will elevate your daily skincare routine to new heights, hydrating, nourishing and protecting your complexion in the next months to come. Our top picks include viral K-beauty brands and sunscreens that address unbalanced skin, irritation, signs of aging, and much more… keep scrolling for the full list.

No. 1

Round Lab - Birch Juice Moisturizing Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++

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Does the Round Lab Birch Juice Moisturizing Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ even require any introduction? Laden with purifying Birch Juice, quenching Hyaluronic Acid and skin tone-perfecting Niacinamide, the creamy formula drenches all skin types in calming hydration alongside its primary protective duties. It’s rightfully earned all of its 5-star reviews as fans consistently rave about its non-sticky essence texture, nourishing benefits, and comfortable finish.

No. 2

PURITO - Daily Go-To Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++

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Beat the spring sun rays with the PURITO Daily Go-To Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++. True to name, it’s the daily sunscreen you can go to every single day: the hybrid formula protects the complexion against UVA and UVB rays, melting quickly into the skin without any white cast. Centella Asiatica ensures any irritation, inflammation or redness is kept at bay, making it suitable for all skin types.

No. 3

ETUDE - Sunprise Mild Watery Light Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++

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Soothing and refreshing, the ETUDE Sunprise Mild Watery Light Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++ replenishes hydration lost from the skin while it defends it against harmful UV rays. Berry and plant extracts, including Cactus Pear, Aloe Vera Leaf and Kakadu Plum extracts to name a few, work together to relieve a stressed-out complexion and reduce skin flakiness, leaving it feeling soft and supple.

No. 4

Axis-Y - Complete No Stress Physical Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++

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The Axis-Y Complete No Stress Physical Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ has gone through several revisions and has received several upgrades to make this an SPF worthy of your top shelf. The Mugwort-based physical formula features 2% Niacinamide and Squalane that heal damaged skin, while Hyaluronic Acid keeps the complexion hydrated and plumped. Its essence-gel texture feels lightweight on the skin and doesn’t leave behind a white cast or greasiness.

No. 5

COSRX - Vitamin E Vitalizing Sunscreen SPF50+

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Vitamin E is the star ingredient of the COSRX Vitamin E Vitalizing Sunscreen SPF50+, imparting antioxidant protection to kick free radical damage and consequent signs of aging to the curb. Targeting those with a more sensitive complexion requiring strong and dependable sun protection daily, the dermatologist-tested formula is good for all skin types and tones, absorbing into the skin sans white cast and greasiness.

No. 6

Torriden - DIVE-IN Watery Moisture Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++

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If you’re someone who hates the heavy, sticky feeling of sunscreen, the Torriden DIVE-IN Watery Moisture Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ is the perfect formula for you. Designed to be ultra-light and indetectable, it’s loaded with a 10D Hyaluronic Acid Complex that provides abundant moisture without weighing the skin down. One layer will even skin tone, plump up the complexion, and enhance your natural radiance.

No. 7

eSpoir - Water Splash Sun Cream Ceramide SPF50+ PA++++

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Makeup wearers, the eSpoir Water Splash Sun Cream Ceramide SPF50+ PA++++ is *the* sunscreen to incorporate into your routine this spring. As a 3-in-1 sunscreen, tone-up base and makeup primer, it fills the complexion with moisture and strengthens the skin barrier for skin that looks and feels healthy. Centella Asiatica aids in calming sensitivity as Ceramide NP supports the skin barrier, maintaining healthy and glossy skin throughout the season.

No. 8

THE LAB by blanc doux - Oligo Hyaluronic Acid Sun Essence Airy Touch SPF50+ PA++++

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We’re calling it: the underrated THE LAB by blanc doux Oligo Hyaluronic Acid Sun Essence Airy Touch SPF50+ PA++++ is about to become your most reached-for sunscreen this season. It’s infused with Hyaluronic Acid of low molecular weight to intensely fill all layers of the skin with moisture, easily doubling as a moisturizer-sunscreen hybrid to simplify your AM routine. In addition to its hydrating finish, it also delivers a radiant glow reminiscent of the internet-viral glass skin trend (we say trend but really, it’s a lifestyle).

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