As the winter season approaches, many people tend to overlook the importance of wearing sunscreen. However, contrary to popular belief, protecting your skin from harmful UV rays is crucial even during the colder months. Winter conditions bring their own set of challenges, making wearing SPF a vital part of your skincare routine. Below we’ve listed out some effective products that help shield your skin from the sun's damaging effects.
Natio SPF 30+ Face Moisturiser for Men:
Offering broad spectrum protection, not only does this double-duty formula help shield skin from the sun, but also contains a synergistic blend of Vitamin E and Aloe Vera to help nourish and hydrate the skin. Suitable for all skin types, the advanced non-greasy lotion offers broad spectrum protection helps to simultaneously avoid sunburn and premature lines. Always read the label use only as directed.
Active Ingredients: Octyl Methoxycinnamate 75 mg/g, 4-Methylbenzylidene Camphor 30 mg/g, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 20 mg/g, Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid 20mg/g, Contains Phenoxyethanol 7.2 mg/g, Hydroxybenzoates 2.8 mg/g.
Sunsense Face Ultra Light Tint SPF 50:
Apply this invisible, matte, sheer tint sunscreen to your face and neck for daily sun protection. It features broad spectrum coverage from harmful UVA and UVB rays. Oil-free and non-shiny with a dry-touch finish, it’s been dermatologically tested and is suitable for all skin types. Contains Vitamin E and Nicotinamide (Vitamin B3) to help moisturise and visibly improve skin texture. Australian made and owned.
Directions: Shake well. Apply a liberal amount (one teaspoon) evenly over entire face and neck after cleansing at least 20 minutes prior to sun exposure. Not water resistant. Re apply every two hours and after swimming, sweating, exercising and towelling dry. The sheer tint finish means it can be used alone or under make-up.
Always read the label and follow the directions for use. Avoid prolonged sun exposure and wear protective clothing, hats and eyewear to further reduce risk. Frequent re-application is required. For external use only. Avoid eyes. Not to be used on broken skin. If irritation occurs, wash affected area and discontinue use. Contact with clothing may cause discolouration. Use sunscreen generously and reapply frequently.
Active ingredients: Homosalate, Octocrylene, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Bemotrizinol, Titanium Dioxide.
AUST L 355033
Elucent Even Tone Day Moisturiser:
Elucent Even Tone Day Moisturiser is a moisturiser that works to give the skin a hydrating boost. The brightening range contains phyllanthus emblica fruit extract to maintain even skin tone and brighten, vitamin C to reduce discoloration, vitamin E to improve skin barrier function and increase skin elasticity, safflower seed oil to brighten skin, increase cell turnover and moisturise and vitamin B3 to restore an even complexion. The broad-spectrum moisturiser features SPF 30 sun protection.
Ella Baché Active Face Great SPF 50+:
Ultra-lightweight, 4-hour water resistant sunscreen formulated with broad spectrum protection for active lifestyles. Green Tea, Kakadu Plum Extract and a moisturising active work to hydrate the skin for an effortless glow.
Apply evenly to face after cleansing at least 20 minutes before sun exposure. Can be used alone, under makeup or over a moisturiser. Avoid eye area. Reapply often.
For external use only. Avoid contact with eyes. May be irritant to eyes. Discontinue use if irritation occurs. Regular use of sunscreen helps prevent the signs of premature ageing, protects against long-term sun damage and may reduce the incidence of some skin cancers. Avoid prolonged exposure to the sun and always wear protective clothing, hats and eyewear. Reapply after swimming or toweling.
Active ingredients:
Active ingredients in W/W: octyl methoxycinnamate 2%, octocrylene 4%, butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane 4%, ethylhexyl triazone 2.5%, bemotrizinol 2%, Contains: phenoxyethanol
AUST L 328040
The Body Shop Skin Defence Multi-Protection Face Mist SPF45
The Body Shop Skin Defence Multi-Protection Face Mist SPF45 is a lightweight, multi-protection face mist with SPF45 PA++ to help protect skin from harmful UVA and UVB rays and pollution particles. The cloud-like mist forms an invisible protective film without leaving a residue on the skin. Enriched with red algae extract and anti-oxidant vitamin C, the mist helps brighten your skin’s appearance for a more luminous complexion.
BIODERMA Sensibio AR Anti-redness BB Cream with SPF 30+
BIODERMA Sensibio AR Anti-redness BB Cream with SPF 30+ is a BB cream with a medium tint that helps reduce redness and prevent its recurrence. The formula contains allantoin, canola and enoxolone to soothe the skin and reduce heat sensations. SPF 30 protects against UV rays which can aggravate redness and rosacea. It is paraben-free, hypoallergenic and non-comedogenic.