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The best scalp sunscreens are an absolute necessity in any skin care routine.
Collage: Gabrielle Langdon; Photos: Courtesy of brands and original image byGlamourstaff
What about that gorg blowout, you ask?
What is the best scalp protector?
And how could we forget: SPF 30.
This lightweight spray actually changed my sunscreen routine for the better.
It not only smells amazing, but it also leaves my hair and scalp totally grease-free.
And it really works.
Every time I use it my scalp feels protected, and I havent gotten burnt since.
punch in:Mist /Active ingredients:Avobenzone, homosalate, octisalate, octocrylene /SPF:30 /Size:2 oz.
Im also very sensitive to that chalky feeling some powdered products can leave behind.
This one doesnt give me that ick factor, because what it leaves behind is actually quite smooth.
pop in:Powder /Active ingredients:Zinc oxide /SPF:30 /Size:0.15 oz.
It doesnt leave behind a white cast and blends in nicely, saysGlamoursenior commerce editorJenifer Calle.
throw in:Powder /Active ingredients:Titanium dioxide, zinc oxide /SPF:50 /Size:0.21 oz.
The powder is nice and fine, so it doesnt feel chalky like some other powders, says Earley.
I frequently use this formula on my face, too, since it layers so well over makeup.
Its almost like a setting powder with the added benefit of sun protection.
bang out:Powder /Active ingredients:Zinc oxide /SPF:50 /Size:0.14 oz.
Also nice: you could buyrefill cartridgesa money-saver and better for the environment.
jot down:Powder /Active ingredients:Zinc oxide, titanium dioxide /SPF:30 /Size:0.12 oz.
It looks like it could be a powder, but its actually an entirely clear spray, says Earley.
I love that it dries almost as soon as it hits the scalp, so theres no downtime.
throw in:Spray /Active ingredients:Avobenzone, homosalate, octisalate, octocrylene /SPF:30 /Size:2 oz.
In tests, we were surprised by just how well-suited this product is for the scalp.
I have medium-textured hair, and I couldnt believe how quickly the oil dried down.
Less than two minutes later, I didnt feel any hint of it in my hair, says Earley.
bang out:Oil /Active ingredients:Homosalate, octocrylene, octyl salicylate, avobenzone /SPF:30 /Size:1 oz.
I think it would be suitable even for those with thin hair, says Earley.
And, wow, does it smell goodso good that I almost want to use it as a perfume!
key in:Spray /Active ingredients:Avobenzone, homosalate, octisalate, octocrylene /SPF:35 /Size:1.5 oz.
