Kosas DreamBeam Sunscreen SPF30 – Sunlit

• Type: Mineral.
• Key ingredients: Zinc oxide, ceramides, and peptides.
• SPF level: 40.
• Oil-free? No.
• Pros: Hydrating and brightening; Lightly tinted; Smoothing.
• Cons: Slightly tacky formula.

We’ve spent the better part of the past year testing this sunscreen, evaluating just how well it works across a variety of temperatures, climates, and environments. It’s aced just about every test, solidifying its spot as an editor-favourite, especially for wearing underneath makeup.

It’s basically a skin care product and SPF hybrid. It has a peachy-pink tint that lightly colour corrects, but it also contains enough moisturising ingredients (like hyaluronic acid) to plump and smooth. Of course, you get that coveted SPF too—40, to be exact. It’s lightweight and quick to absorb, so it layers beautifully under makeup should you choose to do so.

What our testers say: Danielle Sinay, GLAMOUR’s former associate beauty editor, says it’s a “dream for oily yet highly sensitive skin,” while commerce director Brie Schwartz praises it as the perfect solution for those who prefer to skip out on foundation. GLAMOUR’s Kilkeary says, “It’s never pilled in the times I’ve used it over the past year, and it always plays well with my makeup.”