SPF make-up
Here are three reasons your time-saving trick isn’t quite as awesome as you think
1. You’ll never use enough
Crazy but true: ‘You may need to use up to seven (yes, s-e-v-e-n) times the amount of foundation that you typically put on to get the full SPF value marked on the label,’ says Whitney Bowe, a New York-based dermatologist. And let me guess, you’re probably using just enough to get the cosmetic coverage you want and then blending it in with a brush or sponge, which... soaks up more of that precious SPF. Basically, Dr Bowe says, ‘If you’re not being extra generous with your application, you can’t expect the sunscreen in your make-up to protect your skin effectively.’
2. The sums don’t add up in your favour
Okay, but let’s say you use an SPF15 moisturiser underneath an SPF15 foundation – that equals SPF30, right? Nope, no, definitely not. At best, you’re getting a slightly better coverage; at worst, the formulas can dilute each other and become less effective. As a rule, you should always first apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF30 to your face. Every. Single. Day. Remember: start with serum, then moisturiser, then SPF and, finally, make-up.
3. And reapplying is pretty much impossible
Unless you’re down to redo your entire beat midday, messing up your make-up to apply more foundation isn’t an option. So, what’s the answer? Do your face a favour and get a brushon powder sunblock. Dust it on every two hours if you’re outside, suggests dermatologost Dr Ellen Marmur. Try Supergoop! (Re) Setting 100% Mineral Powder SPF30, £28. It won’t affect your other products and the translucent shade works well on all skintones.
5 sunscreens you should be using ever y damn day
1. FOR ACNE-PRONE SKIN Lightweight, noncomedogenic and oil-f
