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Best Sunscreen Sprays
Updated March 2023
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Best of the Best
Neotrogena Beach Defense Sunscreen Spray
Neotrogena
Beach Defense Sunscreen Spray
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Best for Everyday Use
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This Neutrogena sunscreen spray offers 1 of the highest SPF ratings at 70.

Pros

The spray absorbs quickly and is water-resistant for up to 80 minutes so you can get in the sun and stay in the sun. It feels clean on the skin, not oily like some sunscreens.

Cons

For optimal coverage you still need to rub it in a little.

Best Bang for the Buck
Coppertone Sport Sunscreen Spray
Coppertone
Sport Sunscreen Spray
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For the Active
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The sunscreen in these cans is SPF 50 and designed for anyone who sweats while engaging in sports.

Pros

This sunscreen is designed to resist sweat, water, and general heat to provide lasting protection for up to 80 minutes. The spray is continuous, making it easier to find difficult-to-reach places. Two cans are included.

Cons

Some found it felt slightly greasy, others had issues with narrow-spraying nozzles.

Blue Lizard Mineral Sunscreen Spray
Blue Lizard
Mineral Sunscreen Spray
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Contains Minerals
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This SPF 50 sunscreen contains the mineral zinc oxide, which provides broad-spectrum protection.

Pros

Australia is where this sunscreen originates, and it has no oxybenzone or octinoxate to prevent damage to coral reefs. It also contains no fragrances or parabens, which is great for anyone, anywhere.

Cons

The spray comes out bright white on the skin and needs to be rubbed in to get rid of the color.

Coola Organic Sunscreen Spray
Coola
Organic Sunscreen Spray
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Organic Ingredients
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This Coola sunscreen uses natural, organic ingredients to provide strong SPF 70 protection.

Pros

Coola uses plant-based ingredients such as red raspberry seed oil, meadowfoam seed oil, and prickly pear extract to protect and nourish your skin. It can be bought individually or as a 2-pack.

Cons

It has a peach blossom scent that some find too strong.

Alba Botanica Sunscreen Spray For Face And Body
Alba Botanica
Sunscreen Spray For Face And Body
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Full Body Coverage
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This Alba Botanica sunscreen can be used on the face, not just the body, and has SPF 50 protection.

Pros

Some of the goodness packed into this sunscreen includes a Skin Cancer Foundation recommendation, a biodegradable formula, and that it isn’t tested on animals. It can be bought individually or as a 2-pack.

Cons

Some have problems with the sprayer either being too hard to push or not working at all.

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Neotrogena
Best of the Best
Neotrogena
Beach Defense Sunscreen Spray
Bottom Line
This Neutrogena sunscreen spray offers 1 of the highest SPF ratings at 70.
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Coppertone
Best Bang for the Buck
Coppertone
Sport Sunscreen Spray
Bottom Line
The sunscreen in these cans is SPF 50 and designed for anyone who sweats while engaging in sports.
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Blue Lizard
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Blue Lizard
Mineral Sunscreen Spray
Bottom Line
This SPF 50 sunscreen contains the mineral zinc oxide, which provides broad-spectrum protection.
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Coola
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Coola
Organic Sunscreen Spray
Bottom Line
This Coola sunscreen uses natural, organic ingredients to provide strong SPF 70 protection.
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Alba Botanica
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Alba Botanica
Sunscreen Spray For Face And Body
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This Alba Botanica sunscreen can be used on the face, not just the body, and has SPF 50 protection.
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Supergoop!
Top Pick
Supergoop!
Sun Defying Sunscreen Oil with Meadowfoam SPF 50
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A brand co-owned by Maria Sharapova, this oil spray leaves skin with a healthy sheen.
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Coola
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Coola
Sport SPF 30 Continuous Spray
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This lightweight sunscreen features primarily organic ingredients such as cucumber, algae, and strawberry extract.
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Clarins
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Clarins
Sunscreen Care Milk Lotion Spray Broad Spectrum SPF 50
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Milky sunscreen spray that’s quickly absorbed by the skin.
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Dr Dennis Gross
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Dr Dennis Gross
Sheer Mineral Sun Spray SPF 50
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Vegan, cruelty-free, and water-resistant sunscreen.
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Shiseido
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Shiseido
Ultimate Sun Protection Spray Broad Spectrum SPF 50+
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A super-fine mist that can be used on the face and even the hair.
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