Let’s take a 5 minute reads to know why you should never leave home without it.
Here’s the short version:
- Sun damage is the biggest cause of premature ageing
- Sunscreen makes the rest of your skin care routine more effective
4 reasons why you should be wearing sunscreen every day
1. Sunscreen lowers skin cancer risk
We know this already, but it’s the most important item on this list and it’s worth repeating. What you may not know is how significantly daily sunscreen use lowers skin cancer risk. (Take note: Skin cancer is more common in fair skinned people because they have less of the protective pigment called melanin.) People with darker skin are less likely to get skin cancer. So a called-out to people who have faired-complexion, do not take your skin lightly.
2. Sunscreen is the best way to prevent signs of ageing
Yes! This is true! UV rays are well known to cause photoaging of the skin. What does this look like?
- Leathery skin
- Fine lines
- Discolouration
- Breakdown of collagen (so your skin will look less full)
The same study mentioned above also found that daily sunscreen users showed no detectable increase in skin ageing in 4.5 years. If you’re using other products to help prevent signs of ageing, sunscreen is essential to protect that investment.
3. It helps maintain even skin tone
Sun spots and uneven skin tone are largely caused by sun exposure. Even if you are using retinols for anti ageing, they will not really stop the sunspots or discolourations appearing if you’re not also protecting your skin with sunscreen.
4. Exfoliated skin burns easier
If you’re using skin care products with alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs), your skin will be more sensitive to UV light and sunscreen is even more important. And this is still the case even if you only use these products at night, your skin will still be sensitive the next day and for some time afterwards.
So if you have acids that feature in your routine, it’s extra important to make sure you’re protecting your dewy skin by using sunscreen.
4 reasons (excuses) why you aren’t already wearing sunscreen every day
1. It’s gross, oily, and smelly
Many of the most commonly available sunscreens aren’t created with beauty and comfort in mind. It’s a practical product, after all. But sunscreen tech has come a long way since the days of those big tubs at primary school and having to wear legionnaires hats. Old formulas have given sunscreen the bad rep of being greasy on skin. But that’s not the case anymore! Anything that’s been formulated in the last 5 or so years is now much better.
Our sunscreen are developed to let you feel more comfortable and be more aesthetically appealing. Get a sunscreen that suits your skin type and concerns.
If you’re particularly concerned with looking shiny or feeling oily, you can try using blotting paper or translucent powder after giving the sunscreen about 8 minutes to soak in. Just be gentle and try not to disturb the sunscreen.
2. It gives you a white tint
This is typically a problem which affects people with darker skin tones when using sunscreen. But here with us this will be your least worry, our sunscreen provides a matte-finish so is invisible after application. Also, one of the main ingredients of this particular product is Titanium Dioxide. (Important notes to SENSITIVE SKIN: Dermatologist recommend sunscreens made with Titanium Dioxide because they are less likely to cause irritation than sunscreens made with chemical active ingredients.)
3. It’s just another thing you need to do
Yep. It’s an extra step in your daily routine. But it’s also the most important step. And protecting your skin from sun damage will also make all your other skin care products more effective, giving you the best long-term results.
The three most important things you can have in your skincare routine are:
- Cleansing — to wash the grime off your face
- Moisturising — protect your skin barrier/locks in all your other treatments
- Sunscreen — protect your skin from the elements
4. I work from home so I’m inside all day
If you are near a window, going outside for walks or to get coffee, then you’re still getting sun exposure and you still need daily sunscreen. If you’re completely nocturnal and literally never see natural sunlight, then there may be entirely different problems with your lifestyle that we can’t help with.
Where to from here
Give daily sunscreen a try! Add it to your regular skin care routine, we promise it’s not as hard as you might think. And don’t be discouraged if the first sunscreen you try isn’t right for you. You may have to try a couple of different products to find the one that suits your skin type, concerns, and routine.
Once you have the perfect sunscreen routine locked in, you can fearlessly step out into the sunshine and truly enjoy it.