Here at BEAUTY BAY HQ, we’re passionate about the fact that SPF is for life — not just for summer. UV exposure happens year-round, through windows and even on overcast days, which means daily face SPF is non-negotiable if you want to protect your skin from premature ageing, hyperpigmentation, and damage.
That’s just one of the reasons why you should wear SPF every single day. And with all the hydrating, brightening, and skin-loving formulas in the BEAUTY BAY line-up, there’s never been an easier time to make it part of your routine.
From skincare-led Korean sun serums to high-performance tinted formulas and ultra-protective fluids, here are the best face SPFs you can shop right now at BEAUTY BAY.
1. Best affordable face SPF: By BEAUTY BAY SPF50 Face Lotion
2. Best mineral face SPF: SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun
3. Best face SPF stick: SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Silky-Fit Sun Stick
4. Best tinted face SPF: Supergoop Protec(Tint) Daily SPF Tint SPF 50
5. Best on-the-go face SPF: Beauty of Joseon Matte Sun Stick: Mugwort + Camelia
6. Best skincare-led face SPF: Beauty of Joseon Ginseng Moist Sun Serum
7. Best everyday face SPF: Ultrasun Face SPF50+
8. Best face SPF for hyperpigmentation: Ultrasun Face Anti-Pigmentation SPF50+
9. Best face SPF for city skin: Ultrasun Face Anti-Pollution Fluid SPF50+
What are mineral sunscreens?
Mineral (or physical) sunscreens sit on the surface of skin and reflect UV rays away. They use zinc oxide and titanium dioxide as their active ingredients, and they’re a great choice for sensitive or reactive skin since they’re gentle and start working the moment they’re applied.
What are chemical sunscreens?
Chemical sunscreens absorb UV rays and convert them into heat, which is then released from skin. These formulas tend to feel lighter and blend in more seamlessly, making them a popular pick for daily wear under makeup or as a final skincare step.
1. By BEAUTY BAY SPF50 Face Lotion
Best for: Protecting your skin and your pennies
Proving that affordable formulas can hold their own against luxury ones, the By BEAUTY BAY SPF50 Face Lotion delivers high broad-spectrum protection in a featherlight, fast-absorbing texture. It sits invisibly under makeup, doesn’t pill or sting, and leaves skin feeling hydrated thanks to a hit of glycerin. Reach for it as the final step in your morning routine, every single day.
2. SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun
Best for: Calming sensitive skin while you shield
A Korean cult favourite, this water-fluid SPF50+ pairs Centella Asiatica with hyaluronic acid to soothe and hydrate while filtering UVA and UVB. The watery texture sinks in almost instantly, leaves zero white cast, and feels weightless even layered over moisturiser, ideal if you find traditional sunscreens too heavy or occlusive.
3. SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Silky-Fit Sun Stick
Best for: Mess-free top-ups
SKIN1004’s SPF50+ stick is the easiest way to reapply sun protection over makeup or on the move. The silky balm glides on with no chalkiness, blends in clear, and is packed with the brand’s signature Centella Asiatica to keep redness and irritation in check. Keep it in your bag for lunchtime touch-ups.
4. Supergoop Protec(Tint) Daily SPF Tint SPF 50
Best for: A no-makeup, glowy finish
Equal parts skin tint and SPF50 sunscreen, Supergoop’s Protec(Tint) gives skin a soft, dewy finish while delivering serious broad-spectrum protection. It’s buildable, blurs imperfections, and feels like nothing on the skin. It’s a one-and-done base for low-effort summer mornings.
5. Beauty of Joseon Matte Sun Stick: Mugwort + Camelia
Best for: Oily skin that needs reliable shine control
A matte-finish SPF50+ stick from one of K-beauty’s biggest names, this formula combines mugwort and camellia to calm and condition while shielding skin from UV damage. The dry, powdery finish keeps shine at bay and gives you a poreless-looking base. It’s perfect for hot, humid days or anyone with combination skin.
6. Beauty of Joseon Ginseng Moist Sun Serum
Best for: Skincare lovers who want SPF that pulls double duty
Equal parts treatment serum and SPF50+, this Beauty of Joseon formula is infused with ginseng to brighten and revitalise tired, dull-looking skin. The serum-like texture absorbs in seconds, leaves a fresh, dewy finish, and layers beautifully under everything else.
7. Ultrasun Face SPF50+
Best for: Once-a-day, no-fuss everyday protection
Ultrasun’s once-a-day Face SPF50+ is a holiday-bag essential and an everyday staple in equal measure. The fragrance-free, anti-ageing formula delivers true broad-spectrum protection in a non-greasy texture that sinks in fast and stays put for hours. A reliable, skin-friendly SPF you can apply once and forget about.
8. Ultrasun Face Anti-Pigmentation SPF50+
Best for: Fading dark spots and uneven tone
Pigmentation needs daily SPF50+ and Ultrasun’s Anti-Pigmentation formula goes one step further, pairing high broad-spectrum protection with brightening actives designed to help even out skin tone over time. It’s lightweight, fragrance-free, and a smart pick if dark spots are your number-one skin concern.
9. Ultrasun Face Anti-Pollution Fluid SPF50+
Best for: City skin that needs more than just UV defence
Designed for daily life in the city, Ultrasun’s Anti-Pollution Fluid SPF50+ shields skin from both UV rays and the free radicals caused by everyday pollution. The fluid texture is genuinely weightless, sinks in seamlessly, and leaves zero residue — the smart, urban-proof SPF you didn’t know you needed.
