The sun has to be one of the biggest blessings in life to us. From feeling the warmth of morning sun on our skin, to watching it set in the West with an astonishing orange hue in the sky. However, the humongous blob of literal fire may also be unfriendly towards our skin in a certain amount as excessive sunray can cause various skin conditions, such as pigmentation and sunburn.
That is why sunscreens are widely sold at drug stores, including Watsons and Guardian. Sunscreen is a perfect tool if you wish your skin to be protected from skin cancer, or just hyperpigmentation. As skin covers all of our body, it is important to apply it all over the body and not just the face.
How to choose the right sunscreen
Choosing the right sunscreen can be overwhelming due to different hype on the internet, and the hundreds of different brands and types on the sunscreen rack at the store. So, the right sunscreen for you must fulfil the criteria of affordability, skin type suitability, and SPF level.
- Affordability
Typically depending on the brand, sunscreen can be really costly as it needs to be stocks as frequent as once a month. So, make sure that the sunscreen you are buying suits your monthly budget.
- Skin suitability
Most sunscreen formulas include the use of natural oil that makes the sunscreen sticks. However, this can be a total nightmare to both oily and sensitive skin. Please make sure that the sunscreen suits your skin type before purchasing.
- SPF level
SPF levels stated on most sunscreen bottles are for your reference to determine how much UV radiation can the sunscreen withstand. The higher SPF level, the better.
9 Best Spray Sunscreens in Malaysia 2023
1. Biore UV Perfect Spray
With its lightweight formula that minimises the chances of you being able to feel the product on your skin, Biore UV Perfect Spray gives your face, body, and hair the sufficient amount of protection from the sun radiation ray.
Specifications:
- Ingredients: Butane, Alcohol, Isobutane, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Ethylhexyl Triazone, PEG/PPG/Polybutylene Glycol-8/5/3 Glycerin, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Cyclopentasiloxane, Propane, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Polysilicone-9, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Dimethicone, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, PEG-12 Dimethicone, Fragrance (Parfum), BHT, Squalane, Tocopherol, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract
- Country Of Origin: Japan
- Size Available: 75g
Pros:
✅ Lightweight
✅ SPF50+++
Price: RM27.20
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
2. Sunplay Skin Aqua Tone Up Spray
Offering a formula for brightening damaged or darkened spots on your skin, the Sunplay Skin Aqua Tone Up Spray is able to lighten your skin tone while protecting it from the harsh sunray.
Specifications:
- Ingredients: Water, Alcohol, Isononyl Isononanoate, Triethylhexyl Trimellitate, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Butylene Glycol, Acrylates Crosspolymer, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Dimethicone, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Cyclopentasiloxane, Titanium Dioxide, Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, Polysilicone-15, Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Mica, Fragrance, Aluminum Hydroxide, Disodium EDTA, Red 30.Ci 73360, Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Blue 1.Ci 42090, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Prunus Domestica, Passiflora Edulis Fruit Extract, Rosa Roxburghii Fruit Extract
- Country Of Origin: Japan
- Size Available: 70g
Pros:
✅ Brightening
✅ SPF50+
Price: RM37
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
3. Sunplay UV Body Mist
Sunplay UV Body Mist is suitable for most skin types as it has titanium dioxide, which is a mineral that acts as a physical barrier between your skin and the sun. The water resistant formula is also great for people who are always sweating, such as an athlete or an outdoor worker.
Specifications:
- Ingredients: Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Zinc Oxide/Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Dimethicone, Isononyl Isononanoate, Alcohol/Water, Triethylhexanoin, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Titanium Dioxide/Silica/Dimethicone, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Butylene Glycol, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Polysilicone-15, Cyclopentasiloxane/Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride/Saussurea Involucrata Extract, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Punica Granatum Flower Extract, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Phenoxyethanol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Disodium EDTA, Acrylates Crosspolymer, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride/Laminaria Ochroleuca Extract, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Ectoin, Sodium Hyaluronate
- Country Of Origin: Japan
- Size Available: 165ml
Pros:
✅ Sweat/water resistant
✅ SPF130+++
Price: RM50
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
4. Nivea Children Sun Spray
Promoted to the younger audience, which is children, Nivea Children Sun Spray is also suitable for adults as its formula is not only gentle to the children’s skin, but also to adults’. The non-greasy texture also ensures the non-sticky feeling on your skin.
Specifications:
- Ingredients:Aqua, Homosalate, Alcohol Denat, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Dibutyl Adipate, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Copernicia Cerifera Cera, Panthenol, VP/Hexadecene Copolymer, Glycerin, Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid, Tocopheryl Acetate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder, Glycyrrhiza Inflata Root Extract, Tetrasodium Iminodisuccinate, Cellulose Gum, Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Xanthan Gum, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Sucrose Polystearate, Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Trisodium EDTA, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Chloride, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylyl Glycol
- Country Of Origin: Great Britain
- Size Available: 200ml
Pros:
✅ Child-friendly
✅ Lightweight
✅ SPF50+
Price: RM22
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
5. Banana Boat Sport Coolzone Spray
Giving the cooling sensation, Banana Boat Sport Coolzone Spray refreshes your skin as you are on-the-go. Recommended by the Skin Cancer Foundation, you do not need to worry about sweating off your sunscreen anymore.
Specifications:
- Ingredients: Avobenzone (3.0%), Octocrylene (10.0%), Oxybenzone (5.0%) Alcohol Denat., Isobutane, Isodecyl Neopentanoate, VA/Butyl Maleate/Isobornyl Acrylate Copolymer, Caprylyl Glycol, Menthyl Lactate, Mineral Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Fragrance.
- Country Of Origin: USA
- Size Available: 170g
Pros:
✅ Child-friendly
✅ Lightweight
✅ SPF50+
Price: RM47
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
6. Pixi Sun Mist
Pixi Sun Mist works wonders on irritated skin as it has soothing ingredients such as chamomile and aloe vera. The sunscreen also has healing properties and is claimed to be able in reversing skin-ageing.
Specifications:
- Ingredients: Disiloxane, Water/Aqua/Eau, Alcohol, Cyclopentasiloxane, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Phenoxyethanol, Stearic Acid, Sodium Chloride, Aluminium Hydroxide, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Aluminium Stearate, Dipropylene Glycol, Disodium EDTA, Jasminum Officinale (Jasmine) Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract, Bambusa Vulgaris Extract, Tocopherol
- Country Of Origin: Great Britain
- Size Available: 80ml
Pros:
✅ Lightweight
✅ SPF30
Price: RM111
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
7. Fenty Skin Hydra Vizor Invisible Moisturiser
Coming from the very famous Fenty products, the Fenty Skin Hydra Vizor Invisible Moisturiser is able to moisturise and protect your skin from the UV ray all at the same time. Experience the creation of the famous pop artist yourself, Rihanna.
Specifications:
- Ingredients: Avobenzone (3%), Homosalate (9%), Octisalate (4.5%), Water, Glycerin, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Oleosomes, Pentylene Glycol, Butylene Glycol, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Niacinamide, Zea Mays (Corn) Starch, Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Citrullus Lanatus (Watermelon) Seed Extract, Adansonia Digitata Pulp Extract, Barosma Betulina Leaf Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Tocopheryl Acetate, Gluconolactone, Sorbitan Oleate, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Dimethicone, Isohexadecane, Ethylhexyl Methoxycrylene, Polysorbate 80, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Hydroxide, Citric Acid, Potassium Hydroxide, Tocopherol, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Phenoxyethanol, Fragrance, Benzyl Salicylate, Citral, Hexyl Cinnamal, Limonene, Linalool, Red 33
- Country Of Origin: USA
- Size Available: 30ml
Pros:
✅ Moisturising
✅ SPF30
Price: RM165
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
8. The Body Shop Skin Defense Multi-Protection Face Mist
The Body Shop Skin Defence Multi-Protection Face Mist is a lightweight face spray containing ingredients that will protect you from the sun.This multi-protection face mist helps to protect your skin from harmful UVA, UVB rays, pollution and dust.
Specifications:
- Ingredients: Alcohol Denat, Homosalate, Octocrylene, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Diisopropyl Adipate, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Acrylates/Octylacrylamide Copolymer, Parfum/Fragrance, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil, Aqua/Water/Eau, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil/Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Linalool, Palmaria Palmata Extract, BHT, Limonene, Citronellol, Geraniol
- Country Of Origin: Great Britain
- Size Available: 60ml
Pros:
✅ Moisturising
✅ Brightening
✅ SPF30
Price: RM148
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
9. Babyganics Baby Sunscreen
As the name suggests, Babyganics Baby Sunscreen is suitable for babies and toddlers due to its non-irritating formula. Containing ingredients that are certified as safe on skin, this spray also acts as a natural insect repellent.
Specifications:
- Ingredients: Octisalate (5.0%), Titanium Dioxide (3.0%), Zinc Oxide (6.0%), Water, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Neopentyl Glycol Diethylhexanoate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Stearyl/Octyldodecyl Citrate Crosspolymer, Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil*, Hydrogenated Dimer Dilinoleyl/Dimethylcarbonate Copolymer, Glyceryl Stearate, Cetyl Alcohol, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil*, Glycerin*, Solanum Lycopersicum (Tomato) Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil*, Vaccinium Macrocarpon (Cranberry) Seed Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter*, Jojoba Esters, Stearyl Alcohol, Arachidyl Alcohol, Arachidyl Glucoside, Behenyl Alcohol, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Xanthan Gum, Silica, Alumina, Ethylhexylglycerin, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Phenoxyethanol
- Country Of Origin: USA
- Size Available: 59ml
Pros:
✅ Baby-safe
✅ Insect repellent
✅ SPF50+
Price: RM65
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
Disclosure: This list was compiled by the team at My Weekend Plan after extensive research and shared opinions to suggest helpful recommendations for the public. The sequence of brands is in no particular order so if you have any other great suggestions too, please email us support@myweekendplan.asia. For more information, kindly refer to our copyright, privacy & disclosure policy.
