Don’t Ditch Your Sunscreen This Fall
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As the days get colder, it can be tempting to drop sunscreen from your daily skincare routine. But, just because the summer season has ended does not mean you should stop your relationship with sunscreen. I know it’s a lot easier to think about when it’s sunny outside while you’re getting ready to lay out by the pool, but it’s important to continue applying sunscreen every day regardless of what season it is.
Long-term exposure to Ultraviolet rays, specifically, Ultraviolet A (UVA) and Ultraviolet B (UVB), contributes to skin damage and even leads to skin cancer. Although it’s essential to protect your skin from both types, UVA rays stick around all year long and can damage deep layers of the skin. Even on the cloudiest of days, UVA rays can easily penetrate through winter clouds, leaving skin vulnerable to permanent damage.
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The best way to protect your skin during the winter months is to use sunscreen that also works to moisturize your skin in the process. When finding a moisturizer that doubles as sunscreen, it’s important to look for products with broad-spectrum and an SPF of 30 or higher to combat the dangerous UVA and UVB rays. Be on the lookout for non-comedogenic formulas, which essentially means the product won’t clog your pores. It can be challenging to find products that are comfortable for everyday wear without compromising the protection of your skin, all while being affordable. So, here are a few options for all skin types to try out as the weather gets colder, but the UVA rays stay prominent.
1. Aveeno Positively Radiant Daily Moisturizer with SPF 30
This moisturizer has a lightweight texture, allowing easy application to the skin and soy extract, which helps brighten overall skin tone. It also has that crucial aspect, broad-spectrum protection, and SPF 30, which means it will work hard to shield your skin from daily sun damage.
2. CeraVe Ultra-light Face Moisturizer with SPF 30
CeraVe moisturizer is another budget-friendly option and works well for all skin types, such as oily, dry, and sensitive. It checks off the non-comedogenic box and broad-spectrum with an SPF of 30. This is a solid product for anyone who’s looking to boost their morning skincare routine without spending a fortune.
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3. bareMinerals Complexion Rescue Tinted Moisturizer Hydrating Gel Cream with SPF 30
This is the moisturizer for all the multi-taskers out there. Not only does it leave your skin feeling refreshed while including broad-spectrum SPF 30, but it also contains skin tint for some sheer coverage. This product triples as a moisturizer, sunscreen, and makeup, perfect for people who enjoy a simple skincare routine. On top of all of that, it’s also cruelty-free.
As you can see, there are many affordable options for daily moisturizers that double as sunscreens, so do your skin a favor and protect it from the dryness of the winter months while protecting it from the sun in the process. Your skin’s health is so important, and we should take the steps necessary to keep it appearing young and healthy. Sunscreen is not just a summer staple. It’s on-trend all year long!
Strike Out,
Writer: Kylee Seaver
Editors: Breanna Tang & Lexi Fernandez
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