Best Bang for Your Buck: Recreational Sunscreens

Whether you’re spending time this summer relaxing at the beach or sunbathing in your backyard, protecting your skin from the sun is important. Nothing ruins a nice day, let alone a vacation, like burning to a crisp.

But it isn’t always easy to find safe sun protection that works. Just one in four sun protection factor, or SPF, products meet EWG’s strict standards for ultraviolet protection and health concerns based on their ingredients. That’s the takeaway from EWG’s just-updated annual Guide to Sunscreens, a vital tool to help you choose safe and effective sunscreens.

Shopping EWG Verified®  is your best option for sunscreens that won’t harm your health but will protect your skin from sun damage. These products have been reviewed by EWG’s scientists and meet our strictest standards for efficacy and ingredient transparency, and are free from potentially toxic chemicals.

Things don’t always go according to plan. If you find yourself at your vacation destination without sunscreen, you may need to buy some from a nearby store or order overnight shipping online.