As summer is upon us, it’s even more important than usual to
incorporate protective products into our everyday skincare routine. I like to use
some sort of SPF day to day but as the sun hopefully gets brighter in the UK it’s
even more vital to use different products which will shield your sensitive skin
from the harmful rays. This time last year I was a month away from going on
holiday to Rome. This year, I haven’t got a holiday booked as yet but it’s just
as significant to defend your skin from the sun in the UK. I must admit I am
lazy when it comes to SPF, I don’t like to add products to my routine which
build up extra layers onto my skin. I like to try and use multi-use products that
do a number of different jobs as well as providing SPF.
A
new product which I have integrated into my morning skincare routine is the No7 Early Defence Day Moisturiser which contains an SPF 15 and 5 Star UVA
protection. This moisturiser is super lightweight and is designed to keep young
skin looking younger for longer. This moisturiser has double defence
technology, doesn’t block pores and boosts skin’s natural defences. As I have combination
skin I really like the gel like texture as it just sinks into my skin and it makes
me look and feel great, ready for the day ahead. In the range is also a night cream and an eye cream which work together to create the best protection.
I
then like to apply a base over my moisturiser. In the Summer I like to go for
something lighter like a BB or CC cream, especially on holiday or days where I
don’t need too much coverage. Recently I have been using the Clinique Anti Blemish BB Cream which contains an SPF 40. I love how lightweight
this is, it blends so nicely into the skin and it doesn’t feel like I’m wearing
make-up at all. It still gives me the buildable coverage I need for day to day wear and the high protection means I don’t have to worry about being out in the sun.
I always worry that BB creams come out way too dark, but I have the shade light and
I think this suits my natural colour well. You could apply this with your
fingers but I like to blend it in with a buffing brush. This Anti Blemish
formula is mattifying on the skin and combines oil control, so another perfect product
for my combination skin. It has UVA/UVB protection for a shine-free complexion which
wears up to 12 hours. I can see
this product becoming a firm favourite in my summer make-up bag! You can find Clinique's full range here.
An
area that can be sometimes forgotten to protect is our lips. The Carmex Moisture Plus Lip Balms are probably my favourite multiuse drugstore lip
balms, I currently have two shades; pink and peach. These lip balms contain an
SPF 15 as well as adding a hint of colour to the lips. I love how pigmented
these shades are for a lip balm. It means I only need one product instead of
using a separate SPF and lip colour. The balms are ultra-hydrating on the lips
and leave a shiny, glossy finish. They’re also formulated with Vitamin E, Aloe
and Shea Butter to moisture as well as protect your lips. You could even use
these under or over your lipstick for added protection.
As
well as applying SPF it is also important to make sure you are taking it all
off your skin properly before you go to sleep. I like to use a balm cleanser with
a muslin cloth to moisturise the skin as well as keeping my skin hydrated.
Currently I’m using the Clinique Take the Day off Cleansing Balm which is perfect for all skin types. This cleansing balm is lightweight and
quickly dissolves stubborn eye and face make-up, including those with
sunscreen. I love balm type products which turn into a silky, fluid oil, this
is really refreshing on my skin and completely gets rid of make-up and daily
grime. A little goes a long way and it leaves my skin completely clean, super soft and its fragrance free so perfect for sensitive skin. Caroline Hirons
raves about this cleansing balm and says it’s probably the best balm cleanser
you will find for price, functionality and efficacy. They also have a make-up
remover, cleansing milk and oil in the range. It really is that simple to include products that contain SPF into your everyday skincare routine, if you look after your skin in the short term, your skin will thank you in the long run. You can find more skincare options here.
What
are your favourite products that contain SPF?
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Fantastic post, I love using Clinique products for Summer - always makes my skin look and feel great :)
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