Why You MUST Wear Sunscreen During Winter

posted in Other on Jan 08, 2015
Why Winter? “Wearing sunscreen daily is extremely important no matter the season. This especially includes the winter time in order to prevent burning and sensitivity caused by the sun reflecting and bouncing off the snow,” says Dr. Katz. Believe it or not, the sun’s reflection off the snow is strong EVEN on cloudy days. What to Use? “Since skin is typically dry during colder months, I recommend using a cream-based SPF of 30 for added moisture and hydration,” says Dr. Katz. “Also what I’m noticing is that women skip sunscreen because their makeup now includes SPF. Typically the amount of
protection in cosmetics is overestimated and you have to remember that makeup comes off through the course of the day and doesn’t apply evenly all over your face,” he says. While SPF in your foundation is an added plus, it’s important to use a daily moisturizer (or tinted moisturizer) that will protect you from both UVA and UVB rays! Product Recommendation: L’Oréal Paris Youth Code Dark Spot SPF 30 Day Cream, Kiehl’s Powerful Wrinkle Reducing Cream SPF 30, La Roche-Posay Rosaliac CC Cream
How to Use It? “It’s recommended that u apply SPF every 3-4 hours, more often if u’re sweating or outdoors for an extended period of time. If u have two separate moisturizers (one with SPF & one without] the one with sun protection goes on first! And a great tip to remember is that sunscreen before cosmetics acts as a primer & allows ur makeup to apply smoother,”. To properly protect ur skin, make sure u apply at least half a teaspoon of cream to ur face & don’t forget about your neck, ears, hands & lips! Product Recommendation: The Body Shop Vitamin E Lip care stick SPF 15.