The Skin Nerd: The perfect SPF for your skin

Finding an SPF that suits your skin perfectly doesn't need to be that tricky

Sunscreen lotion in sun shape on tanned woman's shoulder.

Finding the right SPF for your skin can feel like a treasure hunt, but it really doesn’t need to be that way. I believe that the best SPF for you is the one that you enjoy wearing – you'll be applying it every morning and throughout the day, after all.

First step? Look for an SPF that compliments your skin type. I say that because you’re less inclined to top up your SPF if, for example, you’re an oily-skinned person using a rich, creamy SPF which makes your skin feel slick. Instead, I would urge oily skin types to use an SPF that’s non-comedogenic, which means that it shouldn’t clog pores, with an oil-free formulation – bonus points if the SPF has a mattifying finish.