Best Sunscreens for All Seasons
There are three primary factors that age the skin—stress, sun, and pollution. Most people are great at remembering their sunscreen during the bright days of summer, but if you’re serious about skincare, it’s important to wear sunscreen year round.
As an aesthetic doctor, Dr. Roz Kamani knows it can be hard to commit to sun care all year, particularly when formulas are greasy, gloppy, or foul smelling. That’s why she’s introduced the SkinCeuticals line of sun care products to her practice.
“Many people feel that the lower temperatures and cloud cover means a decreased probability of sun damage,” says Dr. Kamani. “This is incorrect. Sun damage is caused by Ultraviolet A and B light. UVA light is present at all times. It is not affected by clouds.
Although we often associate the golden glow of a tan with health and beauty, the effects of the sun on the skin often enhance the effects of ageing. Water is depleted, leaving skin dry and papery looking. Additionally, skin can become mottled and blemished, resulting in an appearance that leaves us looking and feeling older than we actually are.
To give skin the very best chance at staying radiant and looking fresh, it’s important to keep using your sunblock year round—and use the same SPF (Sun Protection Factor) that you do in the summer.
“SkinCeuticals sunscreens protect against the effect of photo ageing. These sunscreen products provide a high level of broad spectrum sun protection with chemical-free UV filters.”
Available in a variety of formulations suitable for daily use, SkinCeuticals has a sunscreen for all skin types. Dr. Kamani can help you choose one that suits your preferences.
UV DEFENSE SPF 30
This broad spectrum protective cream with transparent zinc oxide (Z-Cote®*) helps protect against the damaging effects of UVA and UVB rays. Cosmetically elegant and moisturizing, this sunscreen is ideal for daily use and high-altitude climates.
- Nourishing formulation
- Ideal for daily use and high-altitude climates
- For all skin types
- PABA-free, oil-free, and fragrance-free
SHEER PHYSICAL UV DEFENSE SPF 50
The 2013 Allure Best of Beauty Award Winner, this groundbreaking, weightless, 100% physical sunscreen provides water-resistant broad spectrum protection with transparent titanium dioxide and zinc oxide. Enhanced with artemia salina, a plankton extract, this lightweight sunscreen increases skin defenses and resistance to UV- and heat-induced stress. Color-infused technology enhances natural skin tone and boosts daily radiance.
- Sheer, universal tint adaptable to all skin tones that boosts radiance for a more even, luminous complexion
- Water-resistant for 40 minutes
- All physical, broad spectrum UVA/UVB protection
- Increases skin defenses and resistance to UV and heat stress based on in-vitro testing
- Paraben-free and non-comedogenic
PHYSICAL FUSION UV DEFENSE SPF 50
Physical Fusion UV Defense SPF 50 is a weightless fluid with 100% physical filters that effectively provides broad spectrum UVA/UVB protection and is water resistant up to 40 minutes. This high-protection zinc oxide sunscreen contains artemia salina, a plankton extract that increases skin’s resistance to UV and heat stress, and translucent color spheres that adapt to every skin tone for an even tone, radiant finish.
- Sheer, tinted sunscreen that adapts to every skin tone
- Water resistant for up to 40 minutes
- Boosts radiance for a more even, luminous complexion
- 100% physical sunscreen ingredients provide broad spectrum UVA/UVB protection
- Increases skin’s resistance to UV- and heat-induced stress (based on in-vitro testing)
- Paraben-free and non-comedogenic
- Ideal for all skin types, even very sensitive
PHYSICAL EYE UV DEFENSE SPF 50
Delivering a new standard in eye care, this ophthalmologist-tested sunscreen defends, enhances, and optimizes the entire eye area, including the eye lid. Formulated specifically for the unique structure of the thinner and more sensitive skin around the eye, Physical Eye UV Defense provides broad spectrum SPF 50 protection without migrating into and irritating the eyes. A unifying tint enhances skin tone while ceramides nourish, creating a smooth, optimal canvas for makeup application.
- 100% mineral base, broad spectrum UVA/UVB protection
- Non-migrating formula prevents irritation of the eye
- Sheer, universal tint suitable for all skin types, unifies natural skin tone around the eye
- Proven safe for use from the brow bone to the cheek bone, even on the eye lid
- Nourishes the thin, delicate skin around the eye
PHYSICAL MATTE UV DENFENSE SPF 30 (new product)
Oil absorbing cream with a matte finish. Broad spectrum UVA/UVB sunscreen. For those preferring a matte finish or with oily skin.
Remember that while these products are all skin friendly, everyone has their own unique skin type that reacts in their own way. Therefore, a small test on the jaw line is recommended before using any new products. If you need help creating a full A-Z care routine that addresses your skin concerns and uses doctor recommended products, book an appointment with Dr.Roz Kamani at her Kitsilano SkinCare Clinic.
Call 604-222-9998 or contact us at www.RozKamani.com