If you're not fond of the feeling of sunscreen, allow me to introduce you to this popular alternative.

      Consider me the perfect target for advertisers, as I'm a sucker for any skincare product labeled "milky." Milky toners? Absolutely. Milky serums? Without a doubt. Milky cleansers? Bring on 14 of them. Fortunately for me (though not for my bank account), milky skincare products are becoming increasingly popular, particularly in the summer when lightweight, smooth hydrators are sought after. The thought of applying a thick, creamy lotion makes me want to collapse onto my air conditioning unit (it’s a casual 100°F in New York as I type this), even when it comes to essentials like sunscreen. I understand it’s a must, but why does it have to be so tacky?

      Here we go again with milky marketing—introducing sunscreen milks. These thin, liquid-like SPF products have surged in popularity, and it's easy to understand why. They give your skin a beautifully dewy look (never sweaty), layer perfectly under makeup, and provide crucial protection. Below, you'll find 11 formulas I'm constantly applying.

      **The Best Sunscreen Milks, at a Glance**

      - **Best Overall:** 111Skin Sunscreen

      - **Best for Dry Skin:** Sunsolve MD LipidRestore Volumize + Restore

      - **Best Under Makeup:** Summer Fridays ShadeDrops Mineral Milk Sunscreen

      - **Best for Oily Skin:** Isdin Fusion Water Magic

      - **Best Tinted:** Beauty of Joseon Daily Tinted Fluid Sunscreen

      **What Is Sunscreen Milk?**

      Think of the lightest yet most hydrating sunscreen you've ever used—that’s sunscreen milk in essence. These formulas have a watery texture that smoothly absorbs into the skin, leaving a radiant glow. Although some have skin-like finishes, most lean towards dewy. Available in both mineral and chemical types, sunscreen milks can be tinted or clear, making them quite adaptable to your SPF needs.

      You can use them year-round, but they’re particularly ideal for hot summer days when layering several products feels overwhelming. They’re so moisturizing that, theoretically, you could skip moisturizer altogether if you want a super-simplified skincare routine infused with nourishing ingredients like niacinamide, peptides, and hyaluronic acid. It’s almost like your favorite milky toner just happens to be packed with SPF.

      **The Best Sunscreen Milks of 2025**

      - **Best Overall:** 111Skin Sunscreen SPF 50

       **SPF:** 50

       **Type:** Mineral

       **Size:** 1.7 ounces

       For those aiming to streamline their skincare routine, I can't recommend this mineral milk highly enough. While it is on the pricier side, it’s enriched with advanced, serum-quality actives such as polyglutamic acid to retain skin moisture during sun exposure, plant extracts to alleviate inflammation, white mulberry root to combat oxidative stress and prevent hyperpigmentation, and NAC Y², a patented blend of powerful antioxidants that promote collagen and address cellular signs of aging. Essentially, this formula not only defends against harmful UV rays; it actually helps repair any sun damage that may occur. As for applying it, I can confirm it's heavenly—thin and milky without any pilling.

       **Customer review:** "I'm obsessed with this sunscreen—love the texture. Zero white cast or greasy feel."

      - **Best for Dry Skin:** Sunsolve MD LipidRestore Volumize + Restore SPF 40

       **SPF:** 40

       **Type:** Mineral

       **Size:** 1.7 ounces

       Remember my promise about lightweight sunscreen milks being highly hydrating? If you’re skeptical about their moisturizing abilities, allow me to introduce Sunsolve MD's LipidRestore—a highly absorbent, skin-plumping formula that leaves a bouncy, silky finish. It's ideal for dehydrated and easily irritated skin requiring barrier repair, enhancing texture without being overly greasy.

       **Customer review:** "This product is amazing! I struggled to find a face sunscreen that wasn't sticky. The texture is soft and the ingredients were great for my sensitive skin."

      - **Best Under Makeup:** Summer Fridays ShadeDrops Mineral Milk Sunscreen

       **SPF:** 30

       **Type:** Mineral

       **Size:** 1.7 ounces

       With "milk" in its name, you can trust the texture will be pleasantly serum-like. In my humble opinion (and supported by fellow beauty editors), Summer Fridays has knocked it out of the park with this SPF, which dries to a natural, skin-like finish and works beautifully under makeup. It never pills and provides an excellent, hydrated base for your skin tint, BB cream, etc. If you need further convincing, both Pamela Anderson and Hailey Bieber are fans.

       **Customer review:** "My skin absorbs this SPF right up! It's so silky. No pilling. So smooth."

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