The Best Sunblock Lotions

The sun bombards your skin with ultraviolet rays that can damage your skin's DNA and result in wrinkles, discoloration and more serious maladies like cancer. The Skin Cancer Foundation estimates that the majority of skin cancer--65 percent of melanoma growths and 90 percent of non-melanoma skin cancer--is caused by the sun. A sunblock product can help reduce the dangers attributed to the sun. Choose a sunblock that's been reviewed and recommended by beauty experts or dermatologists.

DDF Daily Organic SPF 15

DDF Daily Organic SPF 15 was rated by sunscreen expert Paula Begoun as one of the best sunscreens available in drugstores. Despite its name, it's not registered organic, but it does contain ingredients like anti-oxidants that reduce skin damage caused by the sun. Its active sunscreen ingredients are zinc oxide and titanium dioxide, helping to form a physical mineral barrier against both UVA and UVB sunlight.

Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch Sunblock SPF 85

Neutrogena's sunblock has an exceptionally high sun protection factor not normally seen in skin care products. InStyle magazine ranked it as one of the best beauty buys of 2009. Writing for the magazine, dermatologist David Bank said the sunscreen absorbs quickly and doesn't leave behind any greasy or shiny residue. If you suffer from acne, you'll love that it doesn't clog your pores.

Clinique City Block Sheer Oil-Free Daily Face Protector SPF 25

Clinique's sheer sunblock won a "Paula's Pick" award, the highest rating given by Begoun in her book "Don't Go to the Cosmetics Counter Without Me." In her review, she says the sunblock's titanium dioxide and zinc oxide effectively shield the skin while simultaneously moisturizing and hydrating skin cells with a wide range of damage-reversing antioxidants. She says this product is "highly recommended."

Aveeno Continuous Protection Sunblock Lotion SPF 30

The beauty editors at InStyle magazine called Aveeno's sunblock lotion the best facial sunscreen available, noting that it was exceedingly budget-friendly and offered extensive, long-lasting sun shielding. Its high vitamin content was an added bonus, potentially helping to improve the appearance of your skin.