As temperatures rise and UV levels soar, protecting your skin from the sun’s harmful rays becomes more important than ever.
La Mer
Enter the new wave of hybrid beauty products: luxurious formulations that combine skincare, makeup, and SPF into one seamless ritual. Designed for high performance and ease, these multi-tasking heroes are changing the way we think about sun protection.
Once considered a separate, often sticky layer in our routine, SPF has now become elegantly integrated into our daily essentials—from luminous foundations and hydrating lip balms to radiant setting sprays and feather-light serums. Whether you’re beach-bound or city-striding, these products deliver a wearable shield without compromising on texture or finish.
The New SPF Wardrobe
Hermès
Brands are investing in featherlight textures and skin-loving ingredients that not only block UV rays but enhance skin health. Think antioxidant-rich tinted moisturisers with broad-spectrum SPF 50, or glow-boosting primers that double as sun shields. Lip balms and glosses with SPF are also essential, as lips are particularly vulnerable to sun damage but often overlooked.
For those preferring a bare-faced summer, sheer skin tints and setting powders with built-in SPF are ideal. They provide just enough coverage while keeping skin protected—and importantly—shine-free. And let’s not forget SPF mists: perfect for touch-ups on the go without disturbing makeup, they’ve become the handbag essential of the season.
How to Wear SPF Beautifully This Summer
Asteri
To truly benefit from SPF-infused products, application and reapplication are key. Apply a dedicated sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher) as your final skincare step in the morning, then layer with SPF-rich makeup for added protection. Beauty editors and dermatologists alike agree: SPF in makeup is a wonderful boost, but rarely enough on its own. Reapplication remains crucial, especially during long days outdoors. Opt for SPF powders or sprays for top-ups that won’t disrupt your look. Focus on high-exposure zones—cheekbones, forehead, nose, and lips—and never neglect your ears or neck, which are often forgotten.
Why It Matters More Than Ever
KOSAS
The UAE’s intense summer sun makes high-level protection a necessity year-round, but even more so during peak heat. Prolonged exposure without adequate SPF can lead to premature ageing, pigmentation, and increased skin cancer risk. The new generation of SPF beauty lets you embrace the sun with confidence—without sacrificing style, glow, or comfort. As beauty continues to blur the lines between function and finish, this summer’s golden rule is clear: protect what you perfect. SPF is no longer a chore—it’s your most radiant accessory.
SPF-Infused Beauty Products to Try This Summer
Asteri Beauty NOORISH Tinted Serum SPF 30
The Asteri Beauty NOORISH Tinted Serum SPF 30 fuses radiant coverage with nourishing skincare, delivering a dewy, protected glow perfect for Gulf summers. Lightweight yet powerful, it hydrates, protects, and perfects in one luxe step.
La Mer The SPF 50 UV Protecting Fluid
Silky and lightweight, this broad-spectrum sunscreen is infused with La Mer’s Miracle Broth™, delivering hydration, protection, and luminosity. It layers beautifully under makeup without pilling or residue.
SISLEY SUNLEŸA Anti-Ageing Facial Sun Care SPF30 and SPF50+
A true skin saviour, this sun care fluid combines anti-ageing properties with mineral filters to create a natural, glowing complexion. It’s water-resistant and ideal for beach-to-brunch transitions.
Charlotte Tilbury Invisible UV Flawless Poreless Primer SPF 50
Doubling as a primer and high-performance SPF, this blurring formula protects while smoothing pores and gripping makeup. It’s packed with hyaluronic acid and collagen-boosting peptides for an added skincare boost.
Dr. Barbara Sturm Sun Drops SPF 50
A celebrity-loved serum that offers broad-spectrum protection in a lightweight, layerable formula. Ideal for mixing with moisturiser or foundation for customised coverage with a luxury feel.
Hermès Plein Air Complexion Balm SPF 30
Part of Hermès’ foray into beauty, this complexion balm offers skincare, makeup, and sun protection in one. It provides breathable, dewy coverage with the refinement the brand is known for.
SHEGLAM Dew & Done Skin Tint with SPF20
The new SHEGLAM Dew & Done Skin Tint with SPF20 delivers 12-hour hydration, a dewy finish, and built-in sun protection for summer skin that stays fresh all day.
KOSAS DreamBeam Smoothing Makeup Base SPF30+
This multitasking base hydrates, smooths, and primes the skin with 21.7% non-nano zinc oxide and a powerhouse blend of ceramides, peptides, and hyaluronic acid. Free from silicones and fragrance, DreamBeam leaves a radiant, non-sticky finish. Available in two tones—original with a peachy-pink tint and Sunlit with a golden glow—it enhances skin clarity, brightness, and hydration, making it the perfect prep step for a flawless makeup look or glowing bare skin.
