Sunscreen Isn't Just for Summer Anymore
Repeat after me: Apply every single day...Even the cloudy ones
Hello, Gorgeous!
I had a low-key laser treatment earlier this week (I’ll tell you about it soon), and for the past two days my nose sorta kinda looks like someone squished a tomato on it. Definitely not the look I was going for!
Meanwhile, the nurse/esthetician who performed said treatment asked me if I use sunscreen every day. I nodded in the affirmative.
“Are you sure you use it every day?” she asked.
“Every. Single. Day,” I responded, gesturing to what my mother charmingly describes as my fish belly white complexion.
“Well, then you’re my first client who does,” she said.
That led to her confessing that the vast majority of her clients never use sunscreen and kind of wave her off when she tells them how critical it is.
I worked for a dermatologist in college. I’ve seen firsthand what avoiding sunscreen can do to one’s face. It ain’t pretty. And it certainly can lead to future serious skin issues. So. I hope that you’re using sunscreen every day - either applied on its own or in your daily moisturizer.
Still not convinced? Then check out these options that will probably sway you to swap out a product for SPF-enhanced treatment version:
La Roche-Posay Anthelios UVAir Sunscreen Serum:
Just so you know, this one comes in very small packaging, so it seems like there’s less there, but it’s the full 1.7 oz. That said, it has SPF 50 and is infused with Niacinamide, Hyaluronic Acid & antioxidants. Here’s what I love about it. It’s an actual serum and unlike most SPFs I’ve tried, it doesn’t ball up or attract random black dust from the universe. It also weighs practically nothing and doesn’t leave a cast or tint on your skin. Great for keeping in your purse or overnight bag ($40, dermstore.com).
I've never fallen in love with my sun protection. I mean, I've been grateful for it — but cooing over SPF the way I might over lip gloss? Never. Until now.
Supergoop! new launches
Here are a few of my current faves:
Mineral Glowscreen SPF 40: Like it’s name, this is a glowy tinted sunscreen that smoothes out and brightens skin. I love the three shades —Sunrise, Golden Hour, and Sunset — and that you can blend them with existing products for a more subtle glow ($40, supergoop.com).
Glowscreen Sunlighter Stick: Wait, a bronzer/highlighter that also has SPF 45 in it? How is this anything but a win/win situation? (About $26, supergoop.com).
Protec(tint) Daily SPF Tint SPF 50 Sunscreen Skin Tint: This one can replace your base or tinted moisturizer. It also comes in 14 shades so there’s a good chance you’ll find one that suits your skin. I also love that the tints range from warm to cool so if you have a tiny bit of color, you can enhance it with a slightly different shade than you’d normally use ($44, supergoop.com).
Is this enough to convince you to use SPF every day? Let’s meet in the comments to discuss!
Rachel, Your beauty concierge 💋
Quick note: I included some affiliate links and from time to time some sponsored products which means I might earn a small commission on sales made through these links, but I also throw in stuff I love just because. Prices are current at publish time.
I use sunscreen and my tinted moisturizers and cc cream has SPF 50, but I know I'm not as diligent on makeup free days in the winter...Must. Do. Better.