The Importance of SPF in Your Skincare Routine

To achieve glowing, healthy skin, we often invest in the latest moisturisers, serums, and exfoliators. However, one important product that deserves a permanent spot in your daily routine is SPF (Sun Protection Factor). Understanding the importance of including SPF in your daily skincare routine is key to maintaining a youthful appearance and shielding your skin from serious damage. Here's why SPF should be a non-negotiable part of your skincare routine.

Protection Against Harmful UV Rays

The sun emits two types of ultraviolet rays—UVA and UVB. UVA rays are responsible for premature ageing, causing wrinkles and age spots by penetrating deep into your skin. UVB rays, meanwhile, are the main culprits behind sunburn. Both types of rays significantly increase the risk of skin cancer. By using an SPF in your daily routine, you're not just preventing wrinkles and sunburn but also taking a crucial step in reducing the risk of serious skin conditions.

Prevents Premature Aging

Everyone loves the sun-kissed look, but unprotected sun exposure can accelerate skin ageing. This experience, known as photoaging, leads to the development of fine lines, wrinkles, and hyperpigmentation. However, regular use of SPF can significantly reduce these signs of ageing, keeping your skin smoother and younger-looking for longer. Incorporating SPF into your skincare routine protects your skin and preserves its youthful appearance.

Reduces the Risk of Skin Cancer

Skin cancer is one of the most common forms of cancer, but it’s also one of the most preventable. Regular use of sunscreen significantly lowers your risk of developing skin cancer. Studies show that daily application of SPF 15 or higher can reduce your risk of melanoma by 50% and squamous cell carcinoma by 40%. By making SPF a daily habit, you’re preserving your skin’s appearance and protecting your health.

Say Goodbye to Painful Sunburns

Sunburns are more than just a temporary inconvenience. Repeated sunburns can cause long-term skin damage, increasing your risk of skin cancer and leading to more severe conditions like sun poisoning. Applying SPF prevents sunburn, ensuring your skin stays healthy, protected and pain-free.

Achieve and Maintain Even Skin Tone

Sun exposure is a major factor in uneven skin tone and hyperpigmentation, particularly for darker skin tones. These dark spots and patches can be difficult to treat. Regular use of SPF helps prevent these issues, maintaining a smooth, even complexion and enhancing your skin’s natural beauty.

SPF Is Suitable for All Skin Types

Regardless of your skin type, whether oily, dry, sensitive, or acne-prone, a perfect SPF product is waiting for you. Today's sunscreens are formulated to be lightweight and non-greasy, effortlessly blending into your skincare routine without triggering breakouts or irritation. At Nourish London, we proudly offer a skin-protecting daily moisturiser that suits all skin types, ensuring your skin remains shielded and nourished daily. Plus, we understand the importance of convenience, which is why we also offer our moisturiser in travel sizes so you can protect your skin wherever you go.

Our Skin Protecting Daily Moisturiser SPF25 contains non nano natural mineral sun filter zinc oxide and powerful antioxidants to protect the skin from UV rays and environmental damage.

3-Step Skincare Routine for Sun Protection and Recovery

At Nourish London, we want to help you keep your skin looking and feeling its best, especially on sunny days. Our simple three-step routine will protect your skin from the sun's harmful rays.

Step 1: Prep Your Skin with Argan Skin Rescue

Start your morning with our Argan Skin Rescue serum. This serum is loaded with antioxidants that create a protective shield on your skin, ready to fight off the damage caused by UV rays. The organic argan oil in the serum deeply hydrates and strengthens your skin, giving it the perfect prep for the day ahead. The antioxidants help neutralise free radicals, keeping your skin healthy and radiant.

Step 2: Shield Your Skin with Daily Moisturiser SPF25

Next, apply our Skin Protecting Daily Moisturiser SPF25. This all-in-one product moisturises your skin and provides protection against UVA and UVB rays. It's giving your skin daily nourishment and sun defence. Don’t forget to apply it generously to all exposed areas and reapply throughout the day, especially if you spend much time outdoors.

Step 3: Soothe and Repair with Probiotic Multi-Mineral Repair Mask

After a day in the sun, treat your skin with our Probiotic Multi-Mineral Repair Mask. This mask is designed to soothe and heal sun-exposed skin. It’s packed with probiotics to restore your skin’s natural balance and minerals to nourish and strengthen. The formula helps mop up free radicals, reducing the damage from deep-penetrating rays. Use it in the evening to calm redness and rejuvenate your skin overnight.

By following these three easy steps, you can protect your skin from the sun and keep it looking fresh and glowing.

Tips for Incorporating SPF into Your Routine

Choose the Right SPF: Opt for a broad-spectrum SPF of at least 15 to protect against UVA and UVB rays for daily use. A higher SPF is recommended for prolonged outdoor activities, especially during peak sun hours.

Apply Generously: Use enough to cover all exposed areas of your skin thoroughly, including often overlooked spots like your neck, ears, and the back of your hands. A good rule of thumb is to use about a shot glass full of sunscreen for your entire body.

Reapply Regularly: Sunscreen isn’t a one-time application. To maintain protection, reapply every two hours and more frequently if you’re swimming or sweating heavily. Water-resistant sunscreens still need reapplication after 80 minutes of water exposure.

Integrate into Your Daily Routine: Make applying SPF a non-negotiable part of your morning routine, like brushing your teeth. Keep your sunscreen in a convenient location, such as next to your makeup, to remind you to apply it daily. Many moisturisers now come with built-in SPF, which can simplify this step.

Combined with other protective measures, sunscreen is just one part of sun protection. Complement your SPF with other measures, such as wearing protective clothing, wide-brimmed hats, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Additionally, seek shade whenever possible, especially during the peak sun intensity hours between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. This holistic approach will offer the best defence against harmful UV rays.

Embrace SPF for Radiant, Healthy Skin

Incorporating SPF into your skincare routine is a simple yet powerful step towards healthier, more radiant skin. By protecting against harmful UV rays, preventing premature ageing, and reducing the risk of skin cancer. At Nourish London, we believe in the transformative power of sun protection. Make SPF your daily essential and enjoy the long-term benefits of a well-protected, beautiful complexion.