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Best sunscreens and spf moisturizers for dry skin

Rated by Lovi · Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes · How the Fit score works

What makes a good sunscreen for dry skin

Sunscreens and daily steps with low molecular hyaluronic acid, allantoin, panthenol, and zinc oxide help defend against UV rays while easing tightness and flakiness on dry skin. Sunscreens with ceramides and sodium hyaluronate may improve hydration and support the skin barrier.

Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024

Products are ranked for the concerns frequently associated with dry skin: flakiness, tightness, dehydration, fine lines, and wrinkles. For a ranking based on your full skin profile, including your 12D face scan results and any goals or preferences you have, please use the Lovi app.

Lovi's ranking

Why we picked these. Hyaluronic acid and centella asiatica deeply lock in moisture and soothe tightness to keep flaky skin comfortable all day.

  1. 1
    Torriden DIVE-IN Mild Sunscreen SuperiorAmazon£22.00

    Why we picked it. This product defends against UV rays while providing exceptional hydration for your dry skin, thanks to its blend of multiple hyaluronic acid derivatives and ceramides that work synergistically to restore your skin's barrier.

  2. 2
    innisfree Daily UV Defense Mineral Sunscreen SuperiorAmazon£15.68

    Why we picked it. This product defends against UV rays while providing exceptional hydration for your dry skin, thanks to synergistic ingredients like Sodium Hyaluronate and Squalane that enhance its protective function and support your skin's moisture barrier.

  3. 3
    Dear, Klairs All-day Airy Sunscreen SuperiorAmazon£18.74

    Why we picked it. This product defends against UV rays while providing exceptional hydration for your dry skin, thanks to ingredients like Glycerin and Panthenol, which work synergistically to enhance its protective function.

  4. 4
    d'Alba UVessence Mild Waterfull Sun Cream SPF 50 SuperiorAmazon£14.00

    Why we picked it. This final step in your AM routine defends against UV rays while providing exceptional hydration for your dry skin, thanks to moisturizing ingredients like Glycerin and Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid.

  5. 5
    Purito Daily Soft Touch Sunscreen SuperiorAmazon£9.99
  6. 6
    thinkbaby Safe Sunscreen SPF 50+ SuperiorAmazon£22.99
  7. 7
    Australian Gold Botanical Lotion SPF 30 SuperiorAmazon£16.00
  8. 8
    Dr.G Green Mild Up Sun+ SuperiorAmazon£15.49
  9. 9
    d'Alba Piedmont Waterfull Mild Sunscreen SuperiorAmazon£14.00
  10. 10
    Sun Bum Mineral SPF 30 Sunscreen Lotion SuperiorAmazon£20.58
  11. 11
    Badger Sport Sunscreen SPF 40 SuperiorAmazon£14.95
  12. 12
    Cetaphil Sheer Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 SuperiorAmazon£15.24
Where it goes in the routine: the full routine for dry skin

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Behind this ranking

Lovi ranks every product by its fit score, calculated from the full ingredient list with brand-independent rules our dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update.

  • Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Co-founder, Medical Director

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer

  • Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Co-founder, CEO and CTO

    PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex

  • Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Medical Board

    Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine

  • Aishani Shah, MD

    Aishani Shah, MD

    Medical Board

    Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD

  • Asya Zubkova, MS

    Asya Zubkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member

  • Hanna Kurets, MD

    Hanna Kurets, MD

    Medical Board, Medical Advisor

    Dermatology MD

  • Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Medical Board

    Dermatology and diagnostic consultant

  • Victoria Derkova, MS

    Victoria Derkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist

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