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A question about sunscreen...

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ssd · 30/06/2024 14:34

For the face....do you put on moisturiser then sunscreen on top?

I bought a nivea moisturiser with sunscreen but my gp said thats not really suitable as we dont apply enough of it to really be effective as sunscreen.

I think i remember correctly, she recommended putting on your facial moisturiser then putting on sunscreen...and applying more sunscreen during the day....

Is that correct?

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SixFifteens · 30/06/2024 15:04

Moisturiser first, then sunscreen, then makeup. Leaving time between each layer so it gets to sink in/dry or whatever. There are now over makeup spf sprays you can spray to top up during the day but I haven’t yet tried these.

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ssd · 30/06/2024 15:35

Thanks. I dont wear make up so thats not an issue. Maybe a sunscreen spray would be good, i think moisturiser then sunscreen lotion would feel really greasy.

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Boxina · 30/06/2024 15:37

Can anyone recommend a good facial sunscreen? Op I never know which way round to do it either! I usually do sunscreen first

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GreenMarigold · 30/06/2024 15:42

I have always though that sunscreen should be the last thing to go on. I have very dry skin so generally use a serum, then facial oil to lock the moisture in, then a tinted moisturiser with spf.

bryceQ · 30/06/2024 15:49

In summer when I apply sunscreen quite a lot I don't feel need for moisturer too I just do Spf as my final step.

Altruist is a good affordable one.

The doctor Sam one is excellent (it's a mineral one) but more expensive.

The Korean ones on yess style or style Vana are great too

Apileofballyhoo · 30/06/2024 15:49

Style and beauty has loads of recommendations for facial sunscreen. Your GP is correct that a moisturiser with sunscreen in it isn't enough, but you can go the opposite direction and use a moisturing sunscreen and skip the moisturiser. Use factor 50 to be safest you're getting full protection. I use Avene for sensitive skin as it never stings my eyes or irritates my skin. There is a fluid that is lighter and a cream that is more moisturising. There are also plenty of lightweight fluid options out there to go over moisturiser. La Roche Posay do one in a kind of rectangular bottle. I only reapply if I've been outside for over 2 hours.

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