SPF Essentials

Protect your skin every day with our curated range of sun protection products. Whether you're looking for lightweight daily SPF, tinted formulas, or high-protection options for outdoor activities, we've got you covered.

  • SPF 30, 50 & 50+ options for every skin type
  • Facial, body & kids' formulas
  • Trusted brands: La Roche-Posay, Vichy, Heliocare, SkinCeuticals, CeraVe & more
  • Tinted & untinted options available

Sun protection is the most important step in any skincare routine — especially during South Africa's summer season.

Brand guide

About SPF Essentials

SPF Essentials focuses on the sunscreens most useful for everyday routines. These products protect against daily UV exposure and help support routines for pigmentation, ageing, acne marks and sensitivity. The best SPF is not only high protection; it is the one you enjoy wearing enough to apply properly.

Brand science

Key Technology

Expect SPF50 or SPF50+ filters, high UVA protection, oil-control fluids, moisturising SPF bases, tinted options, Fernblock antioxidant technology and water-gel textures. Some suit oily skin, others dry or sensitive skin. Texture, finish and eye-area comfort often decide whether sunscreen becomes a daily habit.

Shopping guide

How to Choose

Choose one facial SPF for daily use, then add body, sport or family sunscreen as needed. Oily skin may prefer matte fluids; dry skin may prefer creams; pigmentation-prone skin may like tinted options. Apply generously every morning and reapply during outdoor exposure.

SPF Essentials FAQs

Common questions about SPF Essentials products and routines.

What is the difference between SPF, sunscreen and sunblock?
SPF measures UVB protection, while sunscreen is the product category. “Sunblock” is often used casually, but no product blocks all UV. Look for broad-spectrum protection, which covers UVA and UVB. For everyday skincare, choose an SPF texture you will apply generously and reapply when outdoors.
Which SPF is best for oily, dry or pigmentation-prone skin?
Oily skin often prefers oil-free, matte or gel textures. Dry skin may prefer hydrating creams. Pigmentation-prone skin often benefits from high UVA protection and tinted options with visible-light coverage. Sensitive skin may prefer mineral or high-tolerance formulas. The best SPF is the one that suits the skin enough to become daily.
How often should I reapply SPF?
When outdoors, reapply approximately every two hours, and after swimming or sweating, following the product label. Indoors, reapplication depends on light exposure, sweating and whether you touch or wipe your face. If pigmentation, retinoids or acids are part of the routine, be more consistent with daytime protection.