Using sunscreen properly: how, when & how much to apply
Stay protected from UV rays by learning how much sunscreen to use, when/how to apply it, whether to apply it before or after moisturiser & more.
USING SUNSCREEN PROPERLY: HOW, WHEN & HOW MUCH TO APPLY
When applying sunscreen the most important thing to consider is skin coverage. You want to ensure that any exposed skin has a sufficient layer of sunscreen applied. Unprotected skin will be exposed to UV radiation, which can lead to sun induced damage and further complications.
So, how do you get the maximum protection from your sunscreen? Let’s begin with four steps on how to properly apply sunscreen.
So, how do you get the maximum protection from your sunscreen? Let’s begin with four steps on how to properly apply sunscreen.
HOW TO APPLY SUNSCREEN
HOW MUCH SUNSCREEN SHOULD YOU USE?
It’s recommended that you use at least around 30ml worth - just slightly more than a shot glass.
You may also be wondering how much sunscreen to use on your face. A good rule of thumb is to use a squirt of sunscreen around the size of a 1 inch circle and, as mentioned, tap it in instead of spreading it.
Now you know how much sunscreen to apply, you may be wondering when and how often you should apply it.
You may also be wondering how much sunscreen to use on your face. A good rule of thumb is to use a squirt of sunscreen around the size of a 1 inch circle and, as mentioned, tap it in instead of spreading it.
Now you know how much sunscreen to apply, you may be wondering when and how often you should apply it.
WHEN SHOULD YOU APPLY SUNSCREEN AND HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO ABSORB?
Again, every day that you expose your skin to sunlight - so, essentially, before setting foot outside.
As you may already know by now, the sun’s harmful UV rays are always present. To minimise the risk of skin damage, always apply sunscreen to any exposed areas of the body.
Although your skin will absorb the sunscreen in approximately 15 minutes, it’s best to allow 30 minutes to pass before setting foot outside. This will ensure that your sunscreen is fully absorbed, especially in areas where more has been applied.
As you may already know by now, the sun’s harmful UV rays are always present. To minimise the risk of skin damage, always apply sunscreen to any exposed areas of the body.
Although your skin will absorb the sunscreen in approximately 15 minutes, it’s best to allow 30 minutes to pass before setting foot outside. This will ensure that your sunscreen is fully absorbed, especially in areas where more has been applied.
WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY SUNSCREEN BEFORE MAKEUP?
Since makeup forms a barrier on the skin, a sunscreen may struggle to absorb thoroughly enough to be effective. For the same reason that you’d apply a moisturiser before makeup, you want the skin nourishing ingredients closer to your face.
HOW TO APPLY SUNSCREEN ON YOUR OWN BACK?
The easiest answer here is to have someone else apply it for you - but, we know this isn’t always possible. So, what do you do in this situation?
Unfortunately, there’s no easy way to do this yourself with a traditional sunscreen, but here are two potential solutions:
Unfortunately, there’s no easy way to do this yourself with a traditional sunscreen, but here are two potential solutions:
SHOULD YOU USE SUNSCREEN EVERYDAY?
Since we often expose our skin for hours each day, your skin may be damaged by this exposure to UV radiation - and this can appear in the form of premature ageing, such as dark spots, fine lines and wrinkles.
The NIVEA SUN UV Face Specialist Triple Protect Sun Fluid SPF 50+ is an ideal choice. It not only provides SPF 50 protection, but the ultra-light formula with Hyaluron absorbs immediately. This is ideal for wearing under make-up, too, since it’s seat resistant to maintain a smooth and visibly healthy-looking complexion.
Still unsure? Discover the NIVEA SUN range to find the right protection for you.
The NIVEA SUN UV Face Specialist Triple Protect Sun Fluid SPF 50+ is an ideal choice. It not only provides SPF 50 protection, but the ultra-light formula with Hyaluron absorbs immediately. This is ideal for wearing under make-up, too, since it’s seat resistant to maintain a smooth and visibly healthy-looking complexion.
Still unsure? Discover the NIVEA SUN range to find the right protection for you.