Heavy-Duty Sunscreens For The Heavy-Duty Chennai Sun

Its no-oil formula is perfect for a non-greasy look. Even though branded as a gel, it has a cream-like consistency and gives a nice glow to the face. One of the pocket-friendly options in the mineral sunscreen group, it will be your skin's best friend in the hot Chennai sun. Some reviews have disliked that it has a fragrance, but if you like that, go for it! Perfect for all skin types.

Price: INR 299 for 50g

Rating: 4/5

With its more lotion-like consistency, it is said to leave minimal white cast. It also doubles up as a soothing moisturizer with its aloe vera inclusion in the list of ingredients. It has antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and photoprotective properties. Free of filters, it is a 100% vegan, cruelty-free product made in India for all skin types. Oily skin peeps felt that the matte finish doesn't last long, making the skin oily again. 

Price: INR 450 for 50 ml

Rating: 4.2/5

Not only does it protect your skin but also helps repair it with its 4 UV filters and vitamin formula. This hybrid sunscreen feels like a lightweight moisturizer, which when applied right doesn’t leave a white cast. Free of fragrance, silicone, parabens and oil. Although said to suit all skin types, consumers feel it works better on dry skin than oily skin, but its non-pilling trait has garnered quite the followers.

Price: INR 399 for 50 g

Rating: 4.3/5

Made with an understanding of Indian weather and climate, it fights UV rays and pollution. Known to have a summer-friendly texture, it is advised to be used every three to four hours and works best on oily skin, although suits all skin types. Its fragrance-free, cruelty-free, filter-free, non-sticky and no-tint formula is made just for protection and hydration and does its job quite well.

Price: 715

Rating: 4.25/5

This PETA-approved vegan and cruelty-free product is rich in vitamin C along with papaya extracts to help you fight tan and give an in-built healthy glow that radiates from within, while also protecting you from harmful rays. Advised to be applied every six hours while out, it’s extremely lightweight and fragrance-free, leaving no visible white cast. A lot of consumers have declared it the holy grail for their oily skin with its super absorption. 

Price: INR 399 for 50 g

Rating: 4.4/5

In this digital age, where our faces are immersed in screens, this product gives you protection against the blue light emitted from all electronic devices with its unique formulation. With no artificial fragrance, its non-greasy texture doesn’t clog your pores but spreads evenly. It also provides immense hydration with its gel-like consistency. But, some consumers felt it doesn't work well as a makeup base. 

Price: INR 499 for 50g

Rating: 4.3/5

Although a bit pricey, it is one of the most renowned brands known for its excellent protection against harmful UV and infrared rays. Even though it contains harmful filters, it is hypoallergenic with nourishing and nurturing ingredients included in the formulation. Suitable for all skin types and can be used on both face and body as it doesn’t block your pores. Reviews have suggested that it's not the most incredible option for oily skin even at this price.

Price: INR 1080 

Rating: 4.25/5

Ultra-lightweight, quick absorption and blue-light protection are three features that make a compelling case for this because sometimes it’s better to keep things simple and effective. Dermatologically tested, this works for all skin types. Free from many filters, it gives a shiny or rather dewy look, providing the much-required sheen for your face with a subtle tint setting the perfect base for your makeup. While a lot of consumers loved the tinted after-glow, some reviewers did feel that it's a much better product for the winter.

Price: INR 645 for 45g

Rating: 4/5