Today is an appreciation post for sunscreen… the closest thing to a miracle lotion on the market and the only secret to looking young. You can own all medical grade skincare, do expensive peels, get cosmetic procedures done, but NOTHING works better than SPF, especially if you start young. And as always, cover your face with a hat, visor, or towel when you’re in the sun! Here are my favorite SPFs at the moment and why:
Beautycounter Spray: This is my favorite for the entire family and for getting the full body protected. It’s not oily or smelly.. just the perfect combo of sunscreen
Beautycounter Stick: Best for reapplying at the beach or pool instead of bringing the entire spray down with you. Also, the kids tolerate a stick (especially on their face) better than the spray.
Supergoop Glow Stick: I love this one for ME because it gives your skin a little shimmer and dewy glow. I use this one on my chest and arms mostly and also apply it to my kids when they’re outside or playing sports!
Supergoop Setting Powder: I only this one on myself and use it to reapply after I’ve already covered my entire body with my spray. It also has a tint to it so it can be used to tame shine from sweat.
Elta MD: I use this on my face and chest every morning, rain or shine. If you are wearing makeup, it applies beautifully under foundation. It absorbs nicely, isn’t oily, and affordable.
Aquaphor for Lips: Aquaphor is the next best thing to SPF (for dryness, cracks, irritation, you name it) and when I found a lip treatment with SPF in it I was more excited than I should probably admit. I loaded up.. bought like 5 right then and there. This is now what I apply to my lips every morning before a long day.
Hand Screen: For your hands, duh. Don’t forget about them! They are exposed to the elements even more than your face.. protect them from wrinkles right NOW! I apply every morning, rain or shine.. like everything else mentioned above 🙂
xo, Heather
