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Why year round SPF makes sense & how to do it easily

Why year round SPF makes sense & how to do it easily

When it comes to self-improvement or trying out new things, it’s difficult to spin multiple plates at any one time.

 

My relatively limited human brain can only cope with one or two things at once (on top of everyday life). The trick, as I’ve learned, is to try and make things habitual. If something becomes set in stone as a habit, it tends to stick. It actually helps me to put time slots in my diary for the various things I’m trying to train myself to do more regularly.

So, for example, at the start of each week, I put times in my diary for when I hope (and expect) to exercise. Over time, this becomes less and less necessary as the habit becomes engrained.

 

Cutting to the chase, the reason for making this point is because we believe that applying SPF on a daily basis, all year round, is a habit worth having. Before losing you to something a little more interesting, we've even got a way for you to do all of this without any extra hassle or effort. No need to train a new habit and certainly no need to put reminders in your diary.

 

The five reasons you should use SPF every day

 

#1: Ultraviolet rays from the sun cause skin cancer

Most melanomas are linked to ultraviolet (UV) exposure from the sun. Regular use of sunscreen, especially SPF 30 or higher, has been shown to cut the risk of melanoma by around half.

 

#2: UV is always present - even in winter and cloudy weather

When it’s cold or cloudy, some UV still reaches the ground. Levels are far lower in winter, but not zero. Thin cloud can let some UV through, which is why it’s smart to keep a daily SPF habit, even outside summer.

 

#3: The sun ages your skin and makes you look old

If vanity motivates you (and I see nothing wrong with that by the way), you should be aware that UV is known to cause ageing of the skin. 

UVA rays penetrate deeper into the skin and contribute to premature ageing, but research shows that UVB is actually more potent at causing those visible signs of damage. UVA still makes up most of the UV that reaches us, and while its levels drop in winter, it’s worth protecting your skin year-round to slow down ageing and maintain long-term skin health.

 

#4: The environment you're in can make a big difference

 

If you’re in the mountains or at higher altitude, you're closer to the sun. While that's pretty obvious, you might not appreciate that UV radiation may be 35-45% more intense than at sea level.

 

In addition, snow, sand and water reflect up to 80% of sunlight, meaning that you're often hit by the same rays twice: the rays from the sun and the rays that bounce off snow, sand and water hitting you all over again. This only amplifies the risk of damage.

 

Reason #5: Even when you're inside, protection isn't a bad idea

UVA can pass through glass (car, office, restaurant), though exposure is much lower than outdoors. If you spend long hours near a window or driving, applying SPF each morning still offers valuable protection for long-term skin health.

 

We promised you an easy fix. What is it?

 

It’s simple: use a daily facial moisturiser with added SPF. 

 

Put it on your face (or other sun-exposed skin) after you shower, shave or wash. Like you would any other moisturiser. This time, you're moisturising and protecting at the same time. No extra effort. No complexity. Just two birds, one stone.

 

For good measure, choose SPF 15 as a minimum. SPF 30 would be better. Make sure the product you use protects against UVA too. For this, it must have a UVA symbol or at least four stars.

 

Now I admit I’m working on the assumption you’re already using a moisturiser. With only one in eight UK men estimated to use a moisturiser, that assumption is a stretch. But we truly hope this post tips the balance for you.

Thanks so much for reading.