The Budget Fashionista

Sure, sunscreen can be had on the cheap—but we want one that A) works, B) stays on as long as humanly possible, and C) smells more like a Hawaiian vacation, less like Aspercreme. But we don’t intend to pay a small fortune to satisfy those reasonable demands, and that’s where you come in. You tell us—what’s your favorite effective, long-lasting, awesome-smelling sunscreen for less? An updated standby: Coppertone Oil Free Sunscreen Lotion, $9.99, Walgreens.com

This summer, we’re looking for a multi-use moisturizer. Layering moisturizer and foundation and sunscreen that will just melt off in the sun isn’t our idea of a relaxing day strolling a boardwalk or playing soccer in the backyard. A moisturizer that moonlights as light foundation and sun protection sounds perfect--a high SPF, a tint of color and the ability to cover up blemishes adequately are requirements. Here are two options--choose the one that fits your budget. Stila Sheer Color Tinted …

What: Fighting the good fight against damaging UV rays also applies to hair. What the experts say: What’s the use of spending a good deal of cash on a great dye job if the sun is going to rob it of its vibrant hue? Jon Patrick, the “go-to guyâ€? for color correction for such celebs as Elizabeth Banks and Kristen Chenoweth, laments to us, “People often forget that they have to protect their hair just like they protect their skin, …