Australian sunscreens are widely considered to be some of the best sun protection products on the market, thanks to the Australian government’s strict legal requirements for sunscreen. As Australia has one of the highest skin cancer rates in the world, it’s no wonder Aussie beauty brands are held to the highest standard – and this has resulted in some of the most effective sunscreens available hailing from down under.
Australian sunscreens protect against broad-spectrum UV, meaning they shield your skin from harmful UVA and UVB light, typically always at high protection levels like SPF 50. You’ll also find that Aussie SPFs are very water-resistant. This means that even after a dip in the pool your sunscreen should still be just as protective as when you first applied it. These high standards ensure your skin will be well protected against sun damage. Thank you, Australia!
Protecting your skin from harmful UVA/UVB rays is an absolutely crucial part of any skincare routine, and because you need to apply SPF everyday (yes, even in winter), finding an excellent sunscreen is super important, too. Once you’ve found an effective, trusted SPF, you won’t want to be parted from it – and we can guarantee that your face will thank you for it. If this is the first you’re hearing of Aussie sunscreen, don’t worry. We’ve chosen a few of our favourite Australian sunscreen brands to introduce you to the most advanced sunscreen formulas on the market, designed to bolster your suncare to protect your face and body- all year round…
Some of the Best Australian Sunscreens Available at BEAUTY BAY
Our range of Aussie sunscreens is pretty extensive, so we decided to narrow down our recommendations to the very best products of our Australian SPF brands, to make things that little bit easier for you…
Standard Procedure
Australian-owned and made, Standard Procedure knows a thing or two about making great sunscreens, and their range doesn’t disappoint. Infused with Australian superfruits that are rich with vitamins A, B & C, papain, and bromelain, the Standard Procedure SPF 50+ Sunscreen works to provide broad spectrum UVA/UVB protection whilst further protecting your skin with anti-oxidant ingredients. Offering 4-hour, water-resistant wear, this antioxidant-rich sunscreen helps defend the skin against free radical damage, minimises skin irritation, redness, and swelling, and boosts skin barrier function. With a no-white-cast, dry-touch finish, this sunscreen absorbs quickly and doesn’t run into the eyes or cause any stinging.
This gorgeous SPF also comes in a travel-friendly 60ml Standard Procedure SPF 50+ Sunscreen version, it’s probably the cutest sunscreen you’ll ever see. This lightweight, portable SPF comes with a mini carabiner, so you can attach it to your bag or belt with ease – whether you’re hiking up a mountain, or simply sunbathing at the beach – so you can top up your sunscreen throughout the day, without having to lug a huge sunscreen bottle around. Making protecting your skin from sun damage easy, just what you want from a sunscreen.
If you don’t require factor 50, try the Standard Procedure SPF 30 Sunscreen. As with all of their products, it’s cruelty-free, free from PABA, parabens, oxybenzone, and octinoxate, TGA certified and suitable for children 6 months and older (with a patch test on a small area first). It’s another quality Australian sun protection product that won’t bother your skin (or your eyes), for a great price.
Sand & Sky
Sand & Sky is another Australian brand doing suncare really well. As the name suggests, they’re all about soaking up the great outdoors – whilst giving you the protection needed for happy skin. For a lightweight, moisturising sunscreen, try the Sand & Sky Daily Hydrating Sunscreen SPF 50+. Formulated with the highest broad spectrum UV protection SPF 50+, this weightless sunscreen offers advanced sun protection, while also hydrating skin with botanical extracts. Vitamin C-rich kakadu plum targets dull skin and pigmentation, while aloe vera moisturises and reduces inflammation, to leave skin feeling fresh and protected all day long, without the white cast or greasy residue.
For lovers of a hybrid beauty product, the Sand & Sky Tinted Glow Primer SPF30 ticks all the boxes, combining skincare with makeup flawlessly. This lightweight, tinted glowy primer with SPF 30 is perfect for those no makeup, makeup days, providing you with a universal tint that brightens and adds a radiant glow to the skin, whilst ensuring you still have full broad spectrum protection. Formulated with a trio of hyaluronic acids and red algae, it helps to deliver instant hydration for a smooth, supple skin complexion. Wear alone or underneath your usual base for glowing skin all day long.
Bondi Sands
Probably the most well-known of all the Australian sunscreen brands, Bondi Sands continues to dominate the industry with an extensive range of excellent sun protection products.. Aussie through and through, their range is dermatologically tested, cruelty-free, fragrance, paraben and sulphate free, non-comedogenic (so you don’t have to sacrifice your pores for your SPF), suitable for sensitive skin and – crucially – reef friendly. What’s not to love?
Enjoy a sun-soaked day the Bondi Sands way with the SPF 50+ Face Mist. Providing lightweight and non-greasy UVA and UVB protection, this gentle, fast-absorbing formula dries to an invisible finish. Delivering up to 72 hours of hydration, this deeply nourishing formula can be used over makeup or on clean skin, and won’t irritate at all. Perfect for those of you still haunted by memories of liberal sun cream application at the beach when you were younger. Stingy eyes, much?
For fans of mineral body lotions, the Bondi Sands SPF 50+ Mineral Body Lotion is perfect. A lightweight, zinc formula provides UVA and UVB protection, whilst offering invisible coverage – you’ll be protected from the sun without even knowing it! With a 100% mineral UV filter, your body will thank you today, tomorrow, and the day after.
Another makeup/sunscreen hybrid well worth your time is the Bondi Sands SPF 50+ Fragrance Free Hydrating Tinted Face Lotion. Bringing you up to 72 hours of hydration, without the grease, this universal tint lotion protects you in every way, whilst offering gorgeous light coverage. Suitable for dry skin, wear it alone, or as part of a more natural make-up base, for gorgeous results. Sun-kissed skin, without the sun damage.
Coco & Eve
Coco & Eve is becoming a firm fave for their haircare and body care as more and more beauty obsessives discover this brilliant Aussie sunscreen brand. Their suncare is just as good as their beloved hair masks, and the packaging’s not bad to look at, either. For ultra-hydrating, fragrance-free sun protection, try the Coco & Eve Daily Water Gel SPF50+ Sunscreen. Combining the hydrating benefits of a moisturiser with the high-level protection of an Australian-made SPF, this sunscreen leaves skin soft, hydrated, dewy, and protected. Skin-loving ingredients such as hyaluronic acid, aloe vera, and antioxidants nourish skin, while the silky serum-like texture feels totally weightless. Meanwhile, the advanced SPF 50+ formula provides protection against photo-ageing, UVA and UVB rays, and sun damage.
Just don’t forget your body. The Coco & Eve Body Sunscreen SPF50+ is a weightless, fast-absorbing, and non-greasy solution for sun protection. This skin loving formula with broad spectrum UVA and UVB protection ensures you’re protected from harmful rays while unlocking soft, silky-smooth skin. Infused with coconut oil, aloe vera, and vitamin E, this lightweight sunscreen nourishes and hydrates your skin, leaving you with a healthy and radiant glow.
And we know the Coco & Eve Sunny Honey Tan Boosting Anti-Ageing Body Oil SPF30 might be a bit of a mouthful, but stick with us. This multitasking, innovative body oil combines SPF 30 broad spectrum UVA/UVB sun protection with a tan activating complex. The unique formula boosts the skin’s natural tanning effect by 41% for a natural, radiant glow – without using self-tanning DHA. Lightweight and fast absorbing, the oil leaves skin with a smooth, non-greasy finish while nourishing dry areas with a rich antioxidant blend. Enjoy the brand’s iconic tropical mango and guava fragrance for the ultimate beach day vibe – no matter where in the world you are.
Now’s the time to take a trip down under and find the Australian sunscreen perfect for you. With our favourite Aussie brands, everyday’s a g’day…mate.
