The study involved sampling 20 popular sunscreen brands from a range of prices and backgrounds. All of these products were labelled as having either SPF 50 or higher. However, actual testing of ...

In theory, a higher-SPF sunscreen would always be a better choice. But in reality, sunscreens with SPF higher than 50 don't offer much more protection and could give you a false sense of security ...

However, if you’re doing something more physically involved, like running, hiking, or biking, you’ll want water and sweat-resistant SPF 50. This SPF level blocks around 98 percent of rays.

How to use Nivea Sun Protect & Moisture Lotion The product states that you don t need to wait for 20 minutes (for the lotion to absorb) before stepping out in the sun since it is instantly absorbed.

— La Roche-Posay Anthelios Wet Skin Sunscreen SPF 50+ — tested at 72. — Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Body Lotion SPF 50 — tested at 56. — Cancer Council Kid Sunscreen 50+ — tested at 52.