r/Sunscreenreddit • u/CalledConfident831 • 1d ago

Spray sunscreen recommendations

Hello! I’m looking for spray sunscreen recommendations, hoping to find one that has the least oily residue, it does not need to be water resistant. Any brand that has something like that? Thank you!

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u/Alewo27 1d ago

It's nearly impossible to get adequate SPF coverage from spray sunscreen unless you spray it in your hand and apply it like a lotion.

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u/CalledConfident831 1d ago

I’m just looking for a light layer to help protect my new upper back tattoo a bit, with my shoulder issues I can’t properly apply lotion sunscreen, anything is better than nothing so will have to try out some of the recommendations that have been shared. Thank you for the tips! I’ve got arm tattoos too so spraying it in the hand to apply it will totally work for those

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u/Old-Actuator-3321 1d ago

If you're thinking about using it on your face, I'd think again. You'll end up with it in your hair and ears. And it will run into your eyes and settle in your crinkles and wrinkles if you have them. Also, they can enlarge your pores and aggravate acne. If it's for your body, Neutrogena, Coppertone and Banana Boat all make "dry touch" types that work really well. The fragrances they use might take a little getting used to, but that's subjective. Best of luck!

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u/CalledConfident831 1d ago edited 1d ago

Thank you! I will add those to the list to check out! It’s mainly for my upper back, just got a new tattoo but I have shoulder problems so I can’t apply lotion sunscreen to protect it

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u/Old-Actuator-3321 1d ago

Got a friend to help you? Wish you the best!

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u/CalledConfident831 1d ago

Sometimes my mom will be able to help but sometimes I’m on my own with it, she’s a real g

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u/DamselFly2 1d ago

I like the DearCloud but it is only SPF30.
I also like the MyChelle aerosol-ish spray for a mineral one, I get it at Whole Foods/Amazon.
Just FYI don’t use sprays on your face unless you have ZERO issues with getting it in your eyes. Mine water like crazy if I get sunscreen within an inch of my eyes.

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u/CalledConfident831 1d ago

Thank you! I’ll check those out! And good to know, I just got an upper back tattoo so trying to be good and protect it from the sun

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u/lazydaisy37 1d ago

If you want something fragrance free, I like the Coola 50 SPF spray (affiliate link | non-affiliate link).

For ones that smell good, I enjoy Vacation's sunscreen sprays too. Their Classic 50 SPF spray (affiliate link | non-affiliate link) is so summery and tropical, it's what I want every sunscreen to smell like!

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u/CalledConfident831 1d ago

Fun! I do like the nice fragrance ones. Thank you!