Daily use of sunscreen is one of the most important steps in our skincare routine, regardless of the weather. If you've ever stopped using it because it was cloudy or cold, you're putting your skin's health at risk.
In this blog, we'll explain why it's so important to apply sunscreen every day, even when the sun doesn't seem to be shining, and the types of sunscreens available on the market for all skin needs, so you no longer have any excuses for not wearing sunscreen!
Why use sunscreen even on cloudy days?
Many of us associate the use of sunscreen with sunny days or only in the summer. However, 80% of UV rays pass through clouds, even when the sky is grayer, leaving our skin exposed to ultraviolet radiation.
UVA rays are the main cause of premature aging and skin blemishes and they are present with constant intensity all year round, rain or shine.
The importance of daily sunscreen use
Incorporating sunscreen into your skincare routine isn't just a matter of aesthetics — it's an act of health prevention. Here are the main reasons to use sunscreen every day:
- Prevents skin cancer;
- Protects against premature aging (wrinkles, fine lines, sagging);
- Reduces dark spots and melasma;
- Provides a barrier against damage from visible light and pollution;
- Improves skin uniformity in the long term.
You can see in this image that skin that has not had sun protection throughout its life ages and has more spots than skin that has always had protection over time.
Types of sunscreens available in the market
Today, there are different types of sunscreens that adapt to the needs and preferences of each skin type. You can find from the most fluid ones, with an invisible texture, to the ones with color to correct skin imperfections and even the sticks, practical to always carry in your bag and give touch-ups to the most sensitive areas. Discover the main ones:
- Fluid sunscreen
Fluid sunscreens are perfect for those looking for effective protection with an invisible finish. They adapt to all skin tones and offer different textures and formulas for every need. They can be used before foundation to leave the skin protected before makeup:
Eucerin Sun Oil Control Cream-Gel DryTouch SPF50+ 50ml: daily sunscreen with a high sun protection factor, developed specifically for oily skin.
ISDIN FusionWater Magic Repair SPF50 50ml: high-performance, everyday sunscreen that helps repair sun damage.
ISDIN Fotoultra 100 Spot Prevent SPF50+ 50ml: a sunscreen that protects against dark spots.
Eucerin Sun Sensitive Protect Face Cream SPF50+ 50ml: sunscreen for sensitive skin with high protection.
ISDIN Fotoultra 100 Solar Allergy SPF50+ 50ml: prevents and relieves the symptoms associated with solar allergy.
ISDIN Fotoultra Redness Facial Protector SPF50 50ml: sunscreen that prevents and corrects sensitive skin prone to redness and itching.
Avène Sun Care Mineral Cream SPF50+ 50ml: mineral sunscreen to ensures a very high sun protection and is suitable for sensitive and hypersensitive skin.
Avène Sunsimed KA Blue Light 80ml: for skin at high risk of UV-induced damage, including actinic keratosis (KA) and non-melanoma skin cancer prevention.
ISDIN FusionWater Magic Glow SPF30 50ml: sunscreen with immediate absorption and gives a glow effect leaving skin more luminous and radiant.
- Colored sunscreen
In addition to protecting against UV rays, colored sunscreens offer protection against visible light, helping to prevent and treat blemishes and melasma. They also act as a light foundation or BB Cream, promoting uniform skin tone:
Eucerin Sun Photoaging Control Tinted Gel-Cream Medium SPF 50+ 50ml: instantly evens out the complexion and visibly reduces signs of aging such as fine lines or uneven skin tone.
Heliocare 360° Color Gel Oil Free Beige SPF50+ 50ml: ultra-light texture, even out the skin tone and disguise imperfections, providing a natural and healthy finish. Avaiable in three colors.
ISDIN Fotoultra 100 Active Unify Color SPF50+ 50ml: depigmenting sunscreen that evens out complexion.
La Roche-Posay Anthelios UVMune 400 Color Fluid SPF50+ 50ml: fluid with very high UVA/UVB protection color that protects against deep cellular damage.
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Stick sunscreen
Perfect for reapplication throughout the day, especially in specific areas such as the nose, forehead, cheeks and around the eyes. It is practical, portable and is highly resistant to water and sweat:
ISDIN Fotoprotector Invisible Stick SPF 50 10g: for sun sensitive areas that provides an invisible, shine-free finish.
Avène Sun Care Stick Sensitive Areas SPF50+ 8g: ensures a very high sun protection for sensitive and hypersensitive skin.
Bioderma Photoderm Stick SPF50+ 8g: very high photoprotection for sensitive areas, with fast absorption.
Lierac Sunissime Stick SPF 50+ 10g: for face and sensitive areas that works to prevent blemishes and wrinkles.
Golden tip: reapply sunscreen every 2-3 hours, especially if you are exposed to direct sunlight, even in winter.
What happens if you don't use sunscreen?
In the long term, a lack of daily sun protection can cause:
- Premature aging of the skin
- Appearance of spots, melasma and freckles
- Loss of collagen and elasticity
- Increased risk of skin cancer
- Feeling of rough, dry and uneven skin tone
It doesn't matter if it's sunny, cloudy, cold or raining: sunscreen should be a regular part of your routine. In addition to preventing serious diseases such as skin cancer, it ensures younger, more beautiful and protected skin. Choose the type of sunscreen that suits you best, tinted, colorless or stick, and be sure to reapply throughout the day. Your skin will thank you now and in the future!
