24-05-2025
16 Best Sunscreen Sticks For Effortless Application
The wildly popular Shiseido Clear Sunscreen Stick, which might just be THE gold standard in the solid sunscreen department. No really, it's the top-selling sunscreen stick in the US! So why do people love it? Reviewers say it's truly invisible once applied to the skin, and it's formulated to never leave a white cast, even when you sweat! It also includes the high-end ingredients Shiseido is known for, like soy lecithin and licorice extract to help brighten and even out your complexion.
Neutrogena's Mineral Ultra Sheer stick that's designed specifically with sensitive skin in mind, so it's perfect for anyone whose skin breaks out at the mere mention of SPF. The zinc oxide-based formula is designed to absorb super quickly and is made without any added fragrances that might lead to irritation.
An Abib Airy Sunstick Smoothing Bar — this popular K-beauty pick has a unique curved design that practically hugs your cheekbones as you glide it on. It's also perfect for precisely gliding along your hairline or the sides of your nose, and the semi-matte formula will keep you glowy without looking like a disco ball.
The CeraVe sunscreen stick that comes in an ultra-portable tube that's practically begging for a spot in your pocket. It's formulated with a micro-fine form of zinc oxide so it spreads easily and remains undetectable on your skin. Like almost all CeraVe products, this one includes ceramides to help restore the skin barrier and hyaluronic acid to keep your skin from drying out while you're frolicking in the sun.
The new Aqua Bomb Glow Sunstick from popular Korean beauty brand Belif — if you want sun protection and a radiant ~glass-skin~ glow, this is for you! You'll also get some added skincare perks as you swipe it on; the gel formula includes hyaluronic acid to hydrate and niacinamide to help brighten and smooth texture.
Cetaphil's Sheer Mineral Sunscreen Stick that's perfect if you're looking for sun protection for particularly sensitive areas. This one's gentle enough to use on your lips, nose, and around your eyes without feeling overly oily or clogging pores.
Beauty of Joseon's Matte Sun Stick, which should be at the top of your list if excess oil is your skin's arch nemesis. This one uses the power of silica powder to absorb excess sebum and keep any unwanted shine at bay. Whether you use it under makeup or to touch up while on the go, this K-beauty staple will come to your rescue when the summer weather threatens to ruin your perfectly matte look.
The Supergoop Glow Stick that manages to be totally invisible yet gorgeously glowy at the same time. Unlike the thick, pasty sunscreens that are cluttering your skincare drawer, reviewers say this feels more like a traditional moisturizer — and it's the perfect body sunscreen if you want that ☀️ summer glow. ☀️
Sun Bum's sunscreen stick — it's become a hit with more than 9,000 Amazon reviewers. It's well-loved for being ultra lightweight and gentle on breakout-prone skin — and the yummy banana scent might just convince your kiddo that applying sunscreen isn't the worst thing in the world.
The E.l.f. Suntouchable Invisi-Stick that's so soothing and gentle, it's safe to use around the eye area (and trust me, under-eye sunburns are no fun). The gel-like formula is made to appear clear on all skin tones, and the moisturizing sunflower seed oil makes it a perfect base for makeup.
An EltaMD sunscreen stick reviewers say is a particularly excellent body sunscreen thanks to the sturdy formula that holds up well when applying to large areas. It's also a bit thicker than others thanks to the inclusion of sunflower seed oil, so it's less likely to melt in warm weather!
Blue Lizard's sunscreen stick that's made with sensitive skin in mind. Aloe is the very first ingredient, which will help soothe your skin and keep it from getting irritated — because greasy, red, itchy skin will certainly ruin a perfect beach day.
A Babo Botanicals stick for anyone looking for tons of hydrating ingredients in their sunscreen. This one packs in cocoa butter and avocado oil so you can touch up on moisture while you top up your sun protection. Yes, moisturizing is still important in the summer!!
A Coppertone Sport stick that's water-, sweat-, and heat-resistant — so it's perfect for swiping on before that after-work kickball game. Parents also say the applicator is wide enough for kids to apply it on their own, so you can send them off with a stick before their big tee-ball game.
Hello Sundays' The Shimmer One Glow Stick if you believe everything in your life needs a little extra ✨ sparkle ✨ — and you'd be correct. This mineral formula gives you a radiant, glimmering finish without looking greasy, so it's especially perfect for those days when it's simply way too hot to even think about putting foundation on. Along with the added shimmer, you'll also get a dose of moisturizing hyaluronic acid and vitamin E to soothe skin.
Kopari Sun Shield On-The-Glow Sheer Sunscreen Stick that's packed with gold pigment to give you shimmering skin that'll *glisten* while the sun beams down on you all summer. But don't let the glassy texture fool you — reviewers say it doesn't feel overly oily once applied.
