One of the most common query people have about sunscreen is if it’s to be used in monsoon and winter also? The answer is that sun protection is a year-round need and not seasonal. You need it across seasons, outdoors and indoors. You may wonder why? The answer is that UV rays are not penetrating the atmosphere only in summers, the rays are present even during monsoon and winter when you may not see the sun out. Therefore, you need sun protection throughout the day, all year round. Also, sunscreen doesn’t only protect against UV rays, it also helps with even skin tone, protection against premature ageing, and skin diseases.
If you still have doubts about using it every day, here’s a fun fact, exposure to 30 seconds of sun is harsher than direct exposure to X-ray machines when you get your regular scans done. This should be enough to convince you that sunscreen is a year-round product, and not seasonal. Here are some of the most recent sunscreen launches that can you try:
Simple Gel Sunscreen SPF 50 PA++++ UVA+ UVB
Lightweight, gel-based, and budget-friendly, it’s the perfect pick to start with your routine if you are new to this step. Simple products are fuss-free and gentle on the skin. Suitable for all skin types, this one provides high-spectrum protection without making the face look greasy or leaving behind any white cast.
Kaya Daily Shield Sunscreen with SPF 40
Invest in this one if you are mostly out on the field during the day. With high protection, this one is non-greasy and non-sticky. Additionally, its ingredients like niacinamide and rice extracts help maintain a brighter and even skin tone. It has no fragrance, and therefore, it’s well suited for daily use, even for the most sensitive skin.
Hyphen Ultra Light Water Sunscreen with SPF 50
Another budget pick for those who don’t enjoy layering of multiple products. Its water-like formula sits like an invisible layer on the skin without making it feel heavy or greasy. However, you still get high protection with SPF 50 and its broad spectrum against UVA and UVB. Thanks to its nourishing ingredients like Cica, chamomile, and aloe vera, it keeps skin hydrated while protecting it.
Friday Feeling Second Nature Sunscreen with SPF 50
As the name suggests, it feels like your skin and therefore, there are more reasons to apply it. It is water and sweat-resistant, provides protection against pollution, blue light and infrared radiation along with UV rays. With humectants and antioxidants, this one is for those who are apprehensive of trusting any product for their sensitive skin.
inde wild AM Sunscreen Glow Drops with SPF 50+
It might be tough to hop on to the ‘glow drops’ trend but give this a shot. Made with Ayurvedic ingredients, this is especially formulated keeping in mind skin concerns like acne and hyperpigmentation. While it provides protection against harmful sun rays, it also leaves a radiant glow, protects against blue light, soothes redness and irritation, and protects against dark spots.
