7 best sunscreens that smell good

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7 best sunscreens that smell good

There is nothing worse than a sunscreen that smells like sunscreen. You know the ones — they have high SPF, provide broad spectrum protection and unfortunately, smell like you’re bathing in chemicals all day long.

Yuck.

But avoiding sunscreen all together just because of the smell is completely out of the question, especially for fair-skinned people like me.

So to ensure we all stay protected against the harsh Aussie sun, here’s 7 of the best sunscreens that don’t smell like sunscreen!

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Tarteguard SPF30 Vegan Sunscreen

This vegan sunscreen is a physical sunscreen and contains SPF30 and antioxidants to revive skin and fight signs of aging. It’s non-greasy, fast-absorbing, and best of all? It smells like lilies!

Hawaiian Tropic Silk Hydration Lotion SPF50+

The Hawaiian Tropic Silk Hydration Lotion SPF 50+ offers 12-hours of moisture combined with UVA and UVB broadspectrum protection. It leaves skin silky smooth without the grease of a typical sunscreen.

Read reviews here

Le Tan Mango Lotion SPF50+

This mango-smelling lotion is a broad spectrum sunscreen with SPF50+. It is sweat-resistant, non-greasy, oxybenzone-free and made in Australia. 

Dermalogica Solar Defense Booster SPF50

This booster protects against UVA and UVB and is designed to be added to your daily moisturiser or foundation. It contains vitamins C and E to leave skin conditioned and smooth, and smells like herbs and lavender. 

Supergoop! Unseen Sunscreen SPF40

This lightweight sunscreen is free of parabens, sulfates, phthalates, and synthetic fragrance. The formula is oil-free, contains SPF40, and has a refreshing, floral scent.

Invisible Zinc Facial Moisturiser SPF30

This heavy-duty sunscreen combines natural, physical, mineral, and zinc sunscreens to protect your skin from UV rays and pollution. It contains SPF30 and does not have a strong chemical smell. Read reviews here

DMK Soleil Defence SPF50+

This broad spectrum sunscreen contains SPF50+ and a number of active ingredients to help minimise the appearance of sunspots, pigmentation, fine lines, and wrinkles. It is two-hour water resistant and has a musky smell. Read reviews here

Have you tried any of these sunscreens? Which is your favourite scent?

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