SPF needs to be worn even on cloudy, rainy, and snowy days. Contrary to common belief sunscreen isn’t just for vacations and trips to the beach. Dermatologists are now recommending that sun protection be worn all year round. Whether you have a fair, olive, or dark skin tone SPF should be worn in Winter and Summer to help avoid melanoma, premature aging, and skin-sagging. Prevention is the best method to avert any of these issues in the future, which is why it is so important to get into the habit of applying sunscreen everyday, first thing in the morning.
DO CLOUDY DAYS STILL MEAN UV RAYS?
Yes, dermatologists explain how even when there is no sun, harmful ultraviolet rays are still present. While clouds reduce the amount of UV radiation that reaches the Earth, they do not provide a barrier to it, only a filter, with up to 80% of UV rays still breaking through them. This is why it is so important to always wear sunscreen. Even overcast days can provide a threat. Sun damage is cumulative, so while you may not show any obvious signs of sunburn on the day, extensive time spent outdoors on cloudy days unprotected, can lead to sun-exposure skin issues in the future.
SHOULD I STILL WEAR SUNSCREEN WHEN THERE IS NO SUN?
Yes, SPF needs to be worn no matter what the weather is like. As a dermatologist-founded brand, Spooge refers to its products as all-screen as opposed to sunscreen, to really emphasize the importance of getting into the habit of wearing sun protection throughout the four seasons. The brand’s products were developed specifically for this reason, and therefore have SPF options for every occasion. Staying indoors and have no plans to outside, their Dew Me Mineral Sunscreen doubles up as a moisturizer due to its skincare inspired formula which contains hyaluronic acid for hydration, niacinamide for brightness, and allantoin to soothe. If you do end up heading out, you are still protected as it contains SPF 30. If you prefer a more radiant look, in addition to providing SPF 30, Spooge’s Cheeky Mineral All-Screen also has a soft-focus blurring filter effect for skin, that results in a luminous shimmering finish.