Sun Care

Sun Protection Factor, or SPF, correlates to the sunscreen’s ability to protect from UVB “burning” rays. SPF 30 blocks roughly 97% of the UVB rays with higher SPFs block slightly more. The American Academy of Dermatology recommends a minimum of SPF 30 for effective daily sun protection.

For everyday use, consider a facial sunscreen that is broad spectrum, offering protection against both UVA and UVB rays, has an SPF of at least 30, and is a formula you like and are willing to apply every day. You may also consider a sunscreen formula that suits your skin type: for oily skin, a lightweight, mineral oil-free sunscreen is ideal; for dry skin, a hydrating sunscreen with moisturizing ingredients can be beneficial.

Yes, it is okay, and highly recommended, to use sunscreen on your face every day. Daily application of facial sunscreen helps protect your skin from harmful UV rays, which can cause premature aging, such as wrinkles and dark spots, and more serious issues like skin cancer. Even on cloudy days or during winter, UV rays can penetrate the atmosphere and harm your skin. Using a broad-spectrum face sunscreen with at least SPF 30 not only guards against sunburn but also helps maintain overall skin health and appearance.

For daily use, apply facial sunscreen as the last step in your morning skincare routine, after moisturizers and before makeup, about 15 to 30 minutes before you go outdoors. This allows your sunscreen enough time to form a protective layer on your skin.

While many moisturizers may contain SPF, the American Academy of Dermatology recommends using an SPF level of 30 or higher for daily sun protection. Check your moisturizers with SPF and make sure the SPF level is at least 30 and is labeled “broad spectrum.” For moisturizers with a SPF level below 30, make sure to pair them with a facial sunscreen that offers broad-spectrum SPF 30 or higher for effective daily sun protection.

Yes – consider a lightweight, non-greasy facial sunscreen that doesn’t leave a white cast on skin. Our UV Expert Sunscreen Defense SPF 50 Primer + Moisturizer is a 3-in-1 mineral oil free face primer, moisturizer, and broad-spectrum SPF 50 sunscreen that quickly blends into the skin for an invisible look with no white residue, making it ideal as a face primer under makeup. UV Expert is now available in two sizes, including 1. fl. oz. (great for on-the-go and travel) and 1.7 fl. oz.