SPF recommendation...
SPF
So I have looked into some affordable but good drug store branded spf which you can use as your daily moisturise. These ones are 30 spf which is the recommended amount for daily use. So now you know you don't just use spf during summer but during winter and cold weather too. Our skin needs that protection. I have selected a few that have 4-5 star rating plus good reviews. One thing about spf I find that they always leave that greasy or white strike finish. I personally don't mind that however I know some of your ladies don't want that so best to go in store and sample them.
Hope this helps. Keep an eye out for offers.
Simple Kind To Skin+ Protecting Moisture Cream SPF 30 50ml
Retails: £6.99
Our Protecting Moisture Cream SPF30 is a perfect blend of multi-vitamins and skin-loving ingredients with SPF protection to give dehydrated, tired and dull skin a boost of hydration while protecting it from UVA & UVB rays. The light texture absorbs quickly into your skin to rapidly replenish moisture levels for up to 24 hours. Perfect even for sensitive skin.
Purchase from Superdrugs.
Ambre Solaire Ultra-hydrating Sun Cream SPF30 50ml Travel
Retails: £5.99
Convenient 'On the Go' size, sun protection whenever you need it.
With a patented photostable filtration system that includes Mexoryl® SX, it protects against UVA and UVB rays. Protects against sun-induced skin damage and the premature ageing effects of the sun's harmful rays.
SPF = Sun Protection Factor
Features
Non-greasy, non-sticky
Water resistant
Advanced UVA UVB protection
Formula 100% conforms to European recommendations
Dermatologically tested
Product Uses
Usage recommendations
Apply the sunscreen product just before sun exposure.
Re-apply frequently and generously to maintain protection, especially after swimming, perspiring or towelling.
Keep yourself well covered including hat, T-shirt and sunglasses.
Use sunscreen products that are sufficient protection for your skin.
Purchase form Superdrugs.
I have not used this yet but it claims none greasy and none sticky. So there won't be that white strikes.
Solait Sun Cream Mini SPF30 100ml
Retails: £2.99
Solait Moisturising Sun Lotion SPF30 High
Advanced UVA/UVB protection
Water resistant
24 Hour Hydration
Lightweight And Non-Greasy
Dermatologically Approved
Features
Solait SPF30 Moisturising Sun Lotion is specially formulated with a combination of broad spectrum sunscreens to help against UVA (Ageing) and UVB (burning) rays. With five star UVA protection, it helps to defend against sun-induced skin damage and premature skin ageing. Enriched with antioxidant Vitamin E and Aquarich ®, the 24-hour hydrating formula also helps to shield the skin against free radicals and keeps it feeling soft and supple during sun exposure.
Dermatologically approved. Formulated and made in the E.U.
Benefits
Suitable for vegetarians and vegans
Product Uses
DIRECTIONS FOR USE: Apply generously and evenly, using approximately 2-3 tablespoons full of product for the entire body. Apply 15 minutes before sun exposure. Insufficient application quantities reduce the protection level. Re-apply frequently, especially after swimming, sweating or towelling. Bathing or showering will remove the product.
Tips & Advice
See info warnings
Purchase from Superdrugs
Soltan Protect & Moisturise Face SPF30 50ml
Retail: £5.50
Soltan Protect & Moisturise Face SPF30 50ml has the highest UVA star rating. UVA rays penetrate deep into the skin, causing long-term skin damage and premature ageing. The UVA star rating system shows how much protection a product has, with five stars being the highest level.
How to use
• Apply 15 minutes before going into the sun
• Reapply when in the sun and then every 1-2 hours and always after swimming or towelling
• Use 1 teaspoon full of product for the face and neck. Rub in well
• One tube contains 10 applications
• Avoid contact with fabrics.
Hazards and Cautions
• Avoid contact with eyes. If product gets into the eyes rinse well with water immediately
• Avoid the midday sun (between 11am and 3pm). Seek shade and cover up
• Overexposure to the sun is a serious health threat.
Purchase from Boots.
The Ordinary Mineral UV Filters SPF30 with Antioxidants 50ml
Retail price: £8.90
The Ordinary range of Mineral UV Filters formulas’ offer SPF protection along with antioxidant, hydration, and anti-irritant support.
The Mineral UV Filter formulas avoid the use of any nanoparticles. Instead, a refined dispersion of micronized ZnO and TiO2 in flexible, high-volatility, non-comedogenic silicones allows the formulations to remain extremely lightweight by optimising the amount of the blocking agents. This formulation uses mainly ZnO for its protective effects (because in addition to reflecting/refracting light, ZnO is actually also able to absorb UV rays without creating oxygen radicals) and the supporting TiO2 that it contains is only in rutile form (no anatase form of TiO2 is used at all since it's an aggressive producer of free radicals).
The technologies shared in Mineral UV Filter Formulas’ are:
Bio-Active Antioxidant Network
A potent combination that scavenges and neutralizes free radicals, minimizes the intensity of UV radiation penetrating the skin, visibly protects biological membranes and supports the skin response to UV exposure.
Bio-Sugar Complex
A unique blend of hygroscopic molecules with Multi-layer coverage providing both short and long-term hydration and also naturally increases skin’s own capacity to hold water.
Skin Identical Lipids
Lipids that visibly restore the compromised barrier and prevents transepidermal water loss (TEWL).
Tasmanian Pepperberry
Rich in flavanones, anthocyanins, and minerals, this active technology helps to calm stressed skin, acting almost immediately.
Free from alcohol, nut and gluten.
Vegan & Cruelty-free.
Apply to face liberally and evenly 15 to 20 minutes before UV exposure. If continued UV exposure is expected, to maintain protection, reapply at least every 2 hours or after material water exposure, towel-drying, swimming or extensive perspiration. Suitable for all skin tones.
I would recommend this for anyone who will be travelling to a hot country for a holiday and needs something to protect skin from direct sun exposure.
Purchase from Cult beauty
Avene Cleanance High ProtectionSPF30 cream
Retail: £16.00
Sun care cream, expertly formulated with our patented SunSitive® complex for broad spectrum UVA/UVB protection, and next generation silica for a unique texture innovation.
Rich, softening texture for dry skin prone to sunburn or exposed to intense sunlight. Enriched with a cutting-edge blend of new generation silica that is clinically proven to absorb sweat and sebum produced from sun exposure faster than standard silica, leaving a flawless, nude skin finish without stickiness or shine. The unique Pierre Fabre SunSitive photo-protection complex® contains just 4 powerful sun care filters, to minimise the chances of irritation whilst remaining incredibly photostable for long lasting results. Also developed with two powerful, stabilised anti-oxidants to protect against free radical damage from UV rays: a Vitamin E pre-cursor and an amino-acid pre-cursor. Rich in soothing Avène Thermal Spring Water. Very water resistant. Free of parabens, alcohol, silicone, lanolin and octocrylene. Hypoallergenic and non-comedogen
How to use
Before exposure to the sun, apply the product evenly onto the skin. Re-apply sunscreen frequently, especially after swimming or prolonged periods of exposure. Avoid exposure between noon and 4pm.
Purchase from Boots.
This one is great for acne prone and sensitive skin.
