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Beautiful Skin starts with SPF

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Protect your glow and keep your complexion flawless with daily sun protection. Don’t skip the most important step in your skincare routine!

When it comes to achieving beautiful, healthy skin, many of us focus on the latest serums, moisturizers, and beauty treatments. While these products certainly play a role, there’s one essential step in your skincare routine that truly makes all the difference: SPF.

Protecting your skin from the sun’s harmful rays is the foundation of a glowing, youthful complexion.

Choosing the right SPF:

When selecting a sunscreen, look for a broad-spectrum formula that protects against both UVA and UVB rays.

Our Top Picks:

1. For the Ultimate Glow:

Nip+Fab GLOW Illuminate SPF 30 Moisturiser:

Designed for dull skin in need of maximum hydration and protection throughout the day. An SPF 30 that protects your skin from UVA, UVB rays and blue light, whilst providing a radiant glow.

 

2. The Ultra Lightweight Hydration Hero:

Skin Proud Serious Shade:

An ultra-lightweight SPF 50+ skin serum sunscreen that will hydrate your skin while providing protection from harmful UVA/UVB rays.

3. Airy Weightless Protection

Neogen Day Light Protection Airy Sunscreen

This lightweight sunscreen includes 20 types of plant extracts to soothe, moisturise and control sebum. It will keep your skin hydrated and rejuvenated, even under harsh sunlight.

The non-greasy formula will give an airy finish without stickiness, protecting your soft skin from harmful UV rays.

An SPF of at least 30 is recommended for daily use, while SPF 50 or higher is ideal for prolonged sun exposure.

SkiNcolab Fave: Uriage Bariesun Moisturising Cream SPF50+

What it does: Thanks to a high performance filtering complex, the cream provides very high sun protection against UVA and UVB rays, free radicals and prevents skin from drying out.

Why we love it: It’s light, non-greasy and pleasantly fragranced texture guarantees renewed pleasure of use each time that it is applied. It also keeps skin hydrated all day!

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For those with sensitive skin or concerns about clogged pores, there are plenty of lightweight, non-comedogenic options available that won’t irritate your skin.

SkiNcolab Loves: Mary & May Cica Soothing Sun Cream SPF50+

What it does: This multifunctional sun cream moisturises and soothes skin while offering anti-aging effects. Enriched with brightening agents like niacinamide, the chemical sunscreen leaves a glowing finish.

Why we love it: This Vegan formula absorbs quickly into skin without leaving a white cast. High Protection, Soothing & Brightening. The perfect SPF companion!

How to Incorporate SPF into Your Routine

Incorporating SPF into your daily skincare routine is easy. Apply it as the final step in your morning skincare regimen, after moisturiser and before makeup.

Make sure to cover all exposed areas, including your neck, ears, and hands. Don’t forget to reapply every two hours if you’re outdoors, especially after swimming or sweating.

Debunking Common SPF Myths

  • Myth 1: I only need SPF on sunny days. UV rays can penetrate through clouds and glass, so it’s essential to wear SPF every day, rain or shine.
  • Myth 2: My makeup with SPF is enough. While makeup with SPF offers some protection, it’s often not enough. Layer it with a dedicated sunscreen for full coverage.
  • Myth 3: Darker skin doesn’t need SPF. Regardless of skin tone, everyone is susceptible to UV damage. Darker skin tones can still experience sunburn and are at risk for skin cancer.
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