Today: Our ultimate guide to sun season. Including …
Our new favorite face sunscreens |
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Over the years, we’ve evaluated nearly 100 sunscreens — and come away with six standouts that offer ample protection, play nice under makeup, and suit a wide range of skin types.
Some of our newest finds include an unfussy, fragrance-free option and a weightless, fast-absorbing lotion that can replace your moisturizer.
One of our favorites is on sale right now→
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Plus: Hats that actually protect from the sun |
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While it’s better than nothing, a baseball cap unfortunately does nothing to protect your ears, neck, or the sides of your face. Consider upgrading to a sun hat. Our favorites are comfortable, breathable, and look pretty good, too.
Including a downright cute bucket hat→
More to shield you from the rays |
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One last thing: We have some new favorite vanilla ice creams |
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Vanilla ice cream can get a boring rap, but the best is anything but plain. Our favorites are balanced, nicely textured, and surprisingly flavorful — delicious on their own or as the base for a sundae or milkshake.
After our latest round of testing, we’ve added two new winners: a clean, classic, chewy ice cream and a dense, plush pint that tastes toasty and custardy.
“If every ice cream had this texture, the world would be a better place”→
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For that just-left-the-beach glow (sans sun damage): our brand-new guide to self-tanners.
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