Calm, Cool, And Protected.

Byline: --HANNAH MORRILL

Like bathing suits, sunscreens aren't one-style-fits-all--but the best ones are flattering, nonirritating, and prevent indecent exposure. New products offer extra-strength or innovative ingredients to deter aging, burning, and skin cancer.

AVEENO CONTINUOUS PROTECTION SUNBLOCK LOTION FOR FACE SPF 70 An antioxidant blend of soy and vitamins A, C, and E "reduces free-radical damage," says Nicholas J. Lowe, clinical professor of dermatology at UCLA. (With daily use, he adds, high SPFs can be aggravating to the skin; usually, SPF 15 to SPF 30 will suffice to prevent sunburn.)

COPPERTONE ULTRAGUARD QUICKCOVER LOTION SPRAY SPF 30 The white mist applies easily to the body and dries clear, providing more uniform coverage than lotion.

DERMADOCTOR AIN'T MISBEHAVIN' SPF 30 PFA +++ Although the European PFA rating system is not recognized by the FDA, this sunscreen's three +'s are an indicator of UVA protection, or defense against aging rays. Because the product contains anti-acne ingredients, reapplying may not be advisable, Lowe says, so it's best for limited sun exposure.

LA ROCHE-POSAY ANTHELIOS 15 contains the powerful UVA blocker Mexoryl SX in the highest concentration available in the United States.

NEUTROGENA ULTRA SHEER DRY-TOUCH SUNBLOCK SPF 85 The high SPF extends resistance to burning UVB light, but it's crucial to maintain protection against UVA--which this product's ...