Now that the weather is warming up it’s time to start
thinking about sun safety.
If you aren’t regularly applying sunscreen every day, it’s
best to start adding it into your routine now.
Whether you are relaxing by the pool or going out for a walk,
you should be looking for a sunscreen with SPF 30.
Make sure you apply 15-20 minutes before heading outside
because sunscreen that is applied in direct sunlight may evaporate before it
has a chance to bond with the skin, making it less effective.
The amount of sunscreen you apply is important, for the
average adult 2 to 3 tablespoons should be enough to cover your entire body, while
1 tablespoon should be enough for the face.
Adding sunscreen to your everyday skincare routine can be
pretty easy with a facial moisturizer that includes sunscreen.
Here are a few of my favorites:
This is a light weight non-greasy lotion that protects the
skin from harmful rays but also leaves skin feeling moisturized and soft.
It is fragrance-free and alcohol free.
If your skin is on the dry side, try this moisturizer! It is
paraben and fragrance free and reduces dry, rough skin.
It provides a matte finish and is very hydrating.
This moisturizer is made with natural botanical ingredients.
It is light weight and non-greasy. It is also gluten free, vegan and cruelty
free; pH balanced, free of parabens and other toxic chemicals.
It leaves skin moisturized by drawing moisture from the air
around you.
If you already have sunscreen and want to add it to your
facial routine, dot sunscreen to the face – remember only about a tablespoon
size - then wait a few minutes before applying your moisturizer and then your
makeup. This will allow your skin some time to soak up the SPF properly and helps
your makeup apply easier.
Now that we have added sunscreen to our facial routine don’t
forget the rest of the body.
Sunscreen Application
Tips
For the body, use the amount you can hold in your palm (2 to
3 tablespoons), to fully cover all exposed areas of your body. Rub the
sunscreen thoroughly into your skin.
Remember your neck, face, ears, tops of your feet and legs. If
you have thinning hair, either apply sunscreen to your scalp or wear a
wide‐brimmed hat.
Protect your lips - apply a lip balm with a SPF of at least
15.
Reapply sunscreen at least every 2 hours to remain
protected, or immediately after swimming or excessively sweating.
Your skin is exposed to the sun's harmful rays every time
you go outside, even on cloudy days, remember to use sunscreen every day you
are outside.
For more Sunscreen tips read these Blog Posts:
- Sunscreen
Protection - What you need to know in the heat of Summer
- Suncare: Tips for prevention and treatment
~Jennifer
