There’s no doubt about it that perfect skin is always the beauty agenda and a perfect base starts with perfect prep. Invest in a minute or two to carry out some proper prep. Moisturising with a high SPF lotion will help your makeup sit well on the skin and protect from the harmful UV rays of the sun which without protection can lead to premature ageing and surface skin cell damage.
Neal Schultz, M.D, a cosmetic dermatologist based in New York and the creator of DermTV.com says; “There’s a meter in your skin. Every minute you’re out in the sun, your body registers it,”
It is critical that you take time to protect yourself and your cells from the suns harmful rays by applying some sort of UVA/UVB block in form of an SPF. If the hidden signs of sun damage can become visible and even life threatening.
I’ve tried and tested the markets best SPF moisturisers to find you the best and here they are.
La Roche Posay Hydraphase UV Intense Riche SPF 20, £16.50 A long lasting daily skin-care solution for dehydrated skin. this product not only takes time to comfort, hydrate and soothe the skin but it also contains SPF 15 and UVA protection to help fight against the harmful effects of the suns UV rays. Its also paragon free which is a great USP in todays chemical filled market, making it 100% hypoallergenic like all La Roche Posay products and is tested on the most sensitive skin.
Eve Lom Moisturiser SPF 15, £45.00 A richly moisturising product designed to fit seamlessly into your lifestyle. The formula blends rich botanical extracts with UV filters to not only hydrate the skin but effortlessly protect it against free radicals and environmental damage. It refines, brightens and boosts radiance all whilst saving your skin from the effects of sun damage. On the pricier side this isn’t a reach to, everyday product for me however its blend of red, green and white tea extracts which offer an anti oxidant for the skin all whilst protecting from the sun damage makes it a great investment.
Elemis Liquid Layer SPF 30, £28.00 This mineral infused, water resistant moisturiser is designed to be lightweight enough to sit well under makeup and is a first line of defence against sun damage and premature ageing. This product protects against the most out of all of the ones here, providing SPF 30, UVA and UVB barriers and protection against pollution.
Elizabeth Arden 8 Hour Cream Sun Defense SPF 50 £26.00 This cult product provides a powerful SPF 50 PA+++ protection to shield against UVA and UVB rays swell as being light weight and oil free. Known for its long lasting hydration, this 8 hour cream sun defence lives up to its name, soothing and hydrating the skin for up to 8 hours whilst protecting from sun exposure. Such a high sun protection factor is rare to find in a cosmetic product and its compact bottle makes it easy to slip into your handbag for on the go protection.
