Best of the Best (Part One--Sunscreen)

I figure that I'll start this off with posts on my favorite things.  First up, my number one essential, would take as my luxury item if I were ever a contestant on Survivor, item:

Shiseido Ultimate Sun Protection Lotion SPF 60, PA+++

Website description:  A highly nourishing sunscreen lotion for the face and body that defends against powerful UVA/UVB rays that cause sunburn, cell damage and premature signs of aging. Smoothes on evenly with no sticky or filmy feeling. Invisible on skin even after repeated applications. 
・An anti-aging suncare lotion that protects skin against the UV rays causing photo-aging with an excellent UVA/UVB protection effect.
・Very water-resistant.
・Perspiration-resistant.
・Sand-proof.

I will be the first person to describe myself as extremely pale--like lightest shade of every makeup imaginable pale.  This, coupled with the fact that I'm not really a huge fan of the idea of premature wrinkling, means that I wear sunscreen every day.  Shiseido has some of the best sunscreen that I've ever tried (and I've tried A LOT).  The cream versions are okay, but I find that the lotions dry to a nice matte finish that provides the perfect base for layering makeup. 

At $39 for 3.3oz, it is on the pricey side, but I promise you won't regret the purchase should you decide to try it. 

A more wallet friendly alternative (and my second favorite) would be Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch Sunblock, around $7 for 3oz

You can purchase shiseido sunscreen at any Sepora and many online retailers, and you can find Neutrogena at most drugstores.


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