The Best Facial Sunscreens that are Lightweight and Skin-Loving

Published on: 13, Dec 2025

Lilly Gilmour
4 Min Read

Your ultimate guide to MECCA’s top rated facial sunscreens to protect, enhance and work beautifully under makeup. 

If you’re on the hunt for the best facial sunscreens to protect your skin every day. MECCA offers some of the most advanced, lightweight and skin-friendly SPF formulas on the market.

Go-To Nifty Fifty Fluid

A top pick for those who prefer lightweight facial sunscreen, this fluid SPF blends Kakadu plum, CoQ10 and aloe vera for a radiant, non-greasy finish. It feels like skincare and looks invisible on all skin tones—perfect for no-fuss morning routines.

facial sunscreens that protect, enhance and work beautifully under makeup

MECCA COSMETICA To Save Face SPF50+ Brightening Sun Serum

One of the best brightening sunscreens, this serum-texture SPF50+ uses 3% niacinamide to target visible sun damage while offering high UVA/UVB protection. Its lightweight, fluid consistency makes it ideal for daily use and a seamless base under makeup.

facial sunscreens that protect, enhance and work beautifully under makeup

Emma Lewisham Sunceutical SPF50 Mineral Face Crème

A premium mineral SPF for face, combining zinc oxide, blue-light protection, antioxidants and hydrating actives. This formula is lightweight, soothing and ideal for everyday use under makeup or on its own.

facial sunscreens that protect, enhance and work beautifully under makeup

Go-To Nifty Fifty Mineral

This zinc oxide formula includes antioxidants to support hydration, tone and texture while offering broad-spectrum UV protection. A great option if you’re looking for a non-irritating mineral sunscreen that doesn’t leave a white cast.

facial sunscreens that protect, enhance and work beautifully under makeup

MECCA COSMETICA To Save Face SPF50+ Superscreen

A cult favourite and one of the top-rated chemical sunscreens, this SPF50+ provides a featherlight matte finish that sits perfectly under foundation. The smooth, hydrating texture works like a primer, making it ideal for daily makeup wearers.

facial sunscreens that protect, enhance and work beautifully under makeup

MECCA MAX Screen Saver SPF30

A standout matte finish facial sunscreen that controls shine without drying the skin. Formulated with aloe vera, chamomile, vitamin E and goji berry, it calms skin while resisting heat and humidity—perfect for sensitive or oily skin types.

facial sunscreens that protect, enhance and work beautifully under makeup

MECCA COSMETICA To Save Face SPF50+ Matte Sun Serum

This modern matte SPF serum offers high-level protection while minimising the look of pores and controlling excess oil. If you avoid sunscreen because it feels too heavy or shiny, this formula changes everything.

facial sunscreens that protect, enhance and work beautifully under makeup

Naked Sundays BeautyScreen SPF50 Foundation Tint

One of the best tinted sunscreens with SPF50, this formula offers light to medium coverage for a natural, airbrushed look. Available in 13 inclusive shades and powered by polyglutamic acid, niacinamide, peptides and squalane, it hydrates while protecting skin from UV damage.

facial sunscreens that protect, enhance and work beautifully under makeup

Go-To Nifty Fifty Hydrating Sunscreen

Designed by Zoë Foster Blake, this SPF50 uses next-gen UV filters—Tinosorb® S, Uvinul® A Plus, Uvinul® T150 and Tinosorb® A2B—for broad-spectrum protection. Packed with antioxidants and hydrating ingredients, it leaves the skin fresh, dewy and comfortable all day. Ideal if you’re looking for the best sunscreen for dry skin.

facial sunscreens that protect, enhance and work beautifully under makeup

No matter which formula you choose—from matte to mineral to makeup-ready—the best facial sunscreen is the one you’ll wear every single day. Smooth, comfortable and packed with skin benefits, these top SPFs at MECCA make daily protection easier than ever.

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