Dermatologists Love These Body Lotions With SPF

We know you have plenty of questions about sun protection, like is an SPF of of 100 really a better choice (nope!), or do I have to wear sunscreen if I have dark skin? (Yes, on that last one: melanin does not prevent skin cancer, but there are plenty of great SPF formulas that won't leave behind the dreaded whitish cast.) Dermatologists are constantly dispelling sunscreen myths and misinformation based on these queries, and another big one is: Do I need to use a separate sunscreen and moisturizer as part of my skincare regimen?

When it comes to the face, the answer is easy—no! Brands have introduced a plethora of great moisturizers that also have built-in sunscreen—just make sure it has an SPF of at least 30—so that you don't need to buy two different products. But can the same be said of formulas designed for the skin below your chin? Will a body lotion with SPF offer as much protection as a straight-up sunscreen? It all comes down to the number, says Alicia Zalka, M.D., a board-certified dermatologist and founder of the brand Surface Deep. "Many body lotions that also contain sunscreen only have an SPF of 15 to 20, which is fine for a quick outdoor jaunt or a day spent mostly indoors," she says. "But if you're going to spend any significant time outside, you need to wear a sunscreen with a higher SPF and be sure to reapply it every two hours."

We've rounded up plenty of great picks here—recommended by Zalka and other dermatologists. Many of them are under $20 and a few smell downright divine.