The Very Best SPF Launches of 2026

After a long, cold winter and too many grey days to count, spring is finally here. With brighter skies settling in, now is the perfect time to refresh your daily SPF routine and rethink how you’ll be protecting your skin this season.

The latest SPF launches are a great place to start. Going far beyond basic sun defence, these new offerings provide a slew of skincare-first benefits that enhance your natural glow on makeup-free days while also sitting seamlessly under foundation when you’re going full glam. No pilling, heaviness or compromise on protection—just modern, innovative formulas designed to work harder and wear better.

Ahead, find our roundup of the very best sunscreen launches of 2026—from Ilia Beauty’s first standalone SPF to Bondi Sands’ latest line-up and more.

Garnier Vitamin C Brightening Daily UV Fluid

Garnier’s latest SPF innovation is made for anyone chasing that quintessential summer glow without wanting to compromise on sun protection. The Vitamin C Brightening Daily UV Fluid Glow SPF 50+ pairs broad-spectrum defence with brightening Vitamin C and light-reflecting mineral pigments for skin that instantly looks more radiant, even-toned and sun-kissed.

Looking for something a little more understated? The Vitamin C Brightening Daily UV Fluid Invisible SPF 50+ delivers the same daily protection and silky feel in a sheer, undetectable formula that disappears beautifully on the skin. Both are non-comedogenic, suitable for sensitive skin and designed to complement your morning routine effortlessly—whether you’re wearing them alone or under makeup.

ILIA Sun Serum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50

With warmer days ahead, fan-favourite clean-beauty brand Ilia Beauty has officially introduced its first standalone SPF, and it’s already setting a new standard for daily sun protection. With its lightweight feel, the SPF 50 mineral serum offers a fresh, cooling texture that absorbs quickly into the skin in two luminous shades. Plus, rhodiola root and echinacea help reduce the look of pores and provide up to eight hours of oil control, while a multi-weight hyaluronic acid complex and plant-derived sugars support 24-hour hydration.

Tatcha The Milky Sunscreen

For an SPF pick that feels truly weightless, Tatcha’s latest milky sunscreen is the ultimate barely-there essential of the season. Powered by SPF 50+ protection, encapsulated ectoin and vitamin E, it supports hydration and the skin barrier while helping to soften the look of UV-related dark spots, redness and fine lines.

StriVectin Glowfector SPF 30 Instant Illuminating Lotion

Infused with luminous auto-adaptive pearls that seamlessly adjust to any skin tone, this SPF 30 lotion is our favourite cheat code to effortlessly luminous skin this season. In addition to its glow-boosting and sun-protecting benefits, licorice and marshmallow extract help even skin tone, while French rice germ extract helps neutralize the effects of blue light from everyday tech exposure.

Blue Lizard Sheer Mineral Sunscreen

Reef-safe, water-resistant and entirely fragrance-free, Blue Lizard’s new SPF 50 mineral sunscreen is at the top of our vacation packing list. Infused with a moisturizing blend of Australian desert lime and peach, the nourishing formula is made for long days spent in the sun. Plus, it dries down clear with zero white cast, making it just as ideal for beach days as it is for everyday wear.

Bondi Sands SPF 50+ Everyday Sunscreen

Bondi Sands may be best known for their top-tier self-tanning essentials, but the Australian brand’s latest foray into the world of suncare is equally impressive. Suitable for sensitive skin and formulated with broad-spectrum SPF 50+ protection, the new sunscreen also offers 80 minutes of sweat- and water-resistant protection for especially scorching days. The recently launched line also includes a dedicated face sunscreen and an SPF lip balm for effortless, full-coverage protection.

Neutrogena Ultra Sheer SPF 100

Yes, you read that right—this invisible and ultra-lightweight formula delivers Neutrogena’s highest level of broad-spectrum protection with SPF 100. Infused with moisturizing vitamin E, the quick-drying sunscreen combines powerful UVA and UVB defence with a clean, non-greasy feel that absorbs almost instantly into skin. Thanks to the brand’s signature Dry-Touch technology, it leaves behind a soft matte finish with zero heaviness, making it a reliable go-to for everyday wear all summer long.

Summer Fridays ShadeDrops SPF

With a rich, longevity-boosting antioxidant complex, plus skin-replenishing ceramide NP and glycerin, Summer Fridays has reimagined its beloved ShadeDrops in a new-and-improved formula optimized for extra sunny days. Now upgraded to SPF 50, this milky sunscreen delivers broad-spectrum protection that feels as good as it looks—no pilling, no irritation, just a seamless, weightless finish that melts into skin and layers flawlessly under makeup. Consider it your new summer essential.

Clinique Even Better™ Hydrating Vitamin Makeup SPF 45

Meet the ultimate two-in-one summer skincare saviour in this lightweight, vitamin-powered foundation with SPF 45. Infused with vitamins B3, C, and E, it helps brighten, defend, and support a more radiant, healthy-looking complexion. Breathable, hydrating, and weightless on the skin, it delivers a natural, luminous finish that lasts all day—making it the perfect base for sun-soaked days.

Evereden SPF 50 Fluid Silk Mineral Sunscreen

Formulated with kid-safe ingredients, this water- and sweat-resistant mineral sunscreen is ready for every pool party, play date, splash pad outing and beyond. The lightweight texture glides effortlessly onto little (and big) faces alike, while the compact packaging makes it easy to toss into your bag before heading out the door. Infused with nourishing argan oil and vitamin E, the SPF 50 formula keeps skin protected, soft and moisturized long after a day in the sun.

Ultra Violette Sequin Supreme SPF 50 Glow-Boosting Facial Sunscreen

We love a multi-tasking beauty hero, and this SPF 50 moisturizer that doubles as a makeup-gripping primer is just that. Delivering broad-spectrum SPF 50 protection alongside long-lasting hydration, the glow-enhancing formula is infused with squalane and plant-based Pentavitin to leave skin soft, plump, and radiant. Plus, the inclusion of light-reflecting mica minerals creates a soft-focus finish that’s ideal for glowy summer looks.