LOVE . SUN . BEAUTY

What Should I Apply First This Winter – Moisturizer or Sunscreen?

One of the biggest winter beauty no-nos is to stop wearing sunscreen. It doesn’t matter what the temperature outside is. The sun is so powerful, UV rays easily pass through clouds. In winter, it’s especially important to take care of your skin. You should be moisturizing and protecting from sun damage. Depending on your skin type, you may need significantly more moisture during the wintertime and your average morning moisturizer and sunscreen combo may not cut it.

When it comes to layering products, there’s a specific order in which to apply. You want to start with the lightest product, such as a serum. Next, even if your sunscreen is thicker than your moisturizer, you should still apply your sunscreen first. You want to make sure your sunscreen can fully absorb into your skin. If you apply moisturizer first, the sunscreen may not completely sink into your skin and provide complete protection.

As we approach winter, here is your go-to morning skincare routine:

If you have dry skin, wash your face with a cream face wash. After patting dry, apply a lightweight serum, such as Fresh’s Hydrating Face Serum. Let the serum soak into your skin for one to two minutes. Next, apply a sunscreen with at least SPF 30+. Make sure it protects against both UVA and UVB rays! A great newer offering is Murad’s Invisiblur™ Perfecting Shield. Once you’ve applied a thick layer of sunscreen, wait at least three minutes for it to soak into your skin. Finally, follow with a day moisturizer.

Even if you have oily or combination skin, you still want to moisturize. Start with a lightweight sunscreen. We love the Supergoop! Anti-Aging City Sunscreen Serum SPF 30. It’s very lightweight, as it’s a serum, but protects against both UVA and UVB rays. Once your sunscreen has set, follow with a non-oily moisturizer, like Clinique’s Dramatically Different Moisturizing Gel. Gel moisturizers are ideal for oily and combination skin, as it’s more water-based and, therefore, less greasy.

Most dermatologists recommend that you don’t apply more than three formulas at a time. Along with your moisturizer and sunscreen, you could also apply a serum, but don’t apply anything else. Applying too many products can overwhelm your skin and can possibly prevent certain ingredients from working. When in doubt, try to find products that can double as both moisturizers and sunscreens.

Beyond your skincare, make sure you protect your body from sun damage as well. Stay warm and protected with the Sundriven Lena 6-way hooded wrap. You can wear it in – yep, you guessed it! – six different ways. The botanical fabric keeps you warm, without ever feeling clammy or sweaty. Best of all, the fabric has UPF 50+.

The Korean Beauty Skincare Trend

Lately, it seems every fashion magazine and beauty blog can’t stop talking about skincare and makeup products from South Korea. The trend actually started a few years ago when BB creams became the must-have makeup item. BB creams have long been popular in Korea, but they only recently crossed the Pacific to hit American Sephoras and Ultas everywhere. Now, we can’t imagine walking into a beauty supply store without seeing a BB cream. Since the first BB creams, Korean product after Korean product has made its way over and we couldn’t be happier.

First, what exactly do we all love about Korean beauty? It’s their emphasis on a dewy complexion. Korean women are known for taking care of their beautiful porcelain skin and treating it with care. They understand the power of UV ray damage and focus on taking care of their skin inside out, using skincare products and UV wear to prevent damage, rather than mask it. American women have been raving over the difference Korean skincare products have made and we are jumping onboard. If you want to dip your toes into the Korean beauty trend, start with these items:

Skinfood’s Tomato Line

Skinfood is an incredible Korean skincare brand that sources ingredients from food, from egg whites to royal honey to avocado. If you’re looking to brighten and even out your skin, try their Tomato line. Featuring five items, all with tomato as an ingredient, this line is designed to brighten your skin. The line includes a whitening toner, sleeping mask, sun spray, face mist, emulsion, essence, and massage cream.

Tony Moly Egg Pore Blackhead Steam Balm

Packed in what resembles a white egg, this self-heating balm removes dirt, oil, and blackheads within minutes. Acting as a steamer, it opens up your pores. Then, the balm becomes a gel-like texture, removing impurities, thanks to charcoal powder and sea salt. Other ingredients include vitamin E, egg shell powder, and egg yolk extract, all of which hydrate your skin.

Too Cool For School Egg Cream Sheet Mask

Too Cool For School is a very popular Korean brand known for its quirky skincare and makeup product names and packaging. One of their top-selling products is the Egg Cream Sheet Mask. This microfiber sheet mask combines egg white and egg yolk extract to hydrate and brighten your complexion. It can also help firm your skin and remove dead skin cells. The milky consistency results in a smooth feeling. Sheet masks are great because they are easy to apply and remove.

Dr. Jart+ Premium Beauty Balm

Dr. Jart+ was one of the early BB cream lines to hit the States. This Premium Beauty Balm is a best-seller for several reasons. First, it contains SPF 45, which is unheard of for most BB creams and tinted moisturizers. Beyond protecting from environmental damages, this BB is infused with white gold, which supports natural collagen production. It also minimizes the appearance of pores and imperfections. This three-in-one product does it all – protects from the sun, treats, and moisturizes.

Six Celebrities With Amazing Skin, Thanks to Their Sun Protection Regimen

We’ve all seen what happens to celebrities who don’t take care of their body or skin. But some celebrities have naturally airbrushed-looking skin due to their strict skin care regimen and commitment to keeping their skin protected from sun damage.

These six celebrities are known for their gorgeous skin and it’s all thanks to their commitment to avoiding sun damage.

Julianne Moore

2414209_CA_1125_juliannem_04_CMC

Julianne Moore is one of the most elegant women out there with skin of someone half her age. She has shared multiple times that her number-one secret to great skin is sunscreen. Having worn it every day since she was 23 years old, she pairs a SPF 30 sunscreen with a face oil every morning.

Liv Tyler

 Featuring: Liv Tyler Where: New York City, NY, United States When: 09 Oct 2013 Credit: Alberto Reyes/WENN.com

In multiple interviews, Liv Tyler has shared her obsession with beauty and skin care, which is a passion shared by her entire family. She never goes a day without moisturizing and is always trying out new masks and treatments. And, with her porcelain complexion and lack of wrinkles and brown spots, you can tell she religiously wears sunscreen.

Nicole Kidman

nicole

Nicole Kidman should be the spokesperson for sunscreen. She just might have the most perfect, porcelain skin out there and she is known for avoiding sun damage at all costs. She not only wears sunscreen religiously, but she also wears hats and sunscreen to protect her skin.

Connie Britton

The Academy Of Television Arts & Sciences' 65th Primetime Emmy Awards Performer Nominee Reception

The TV star is not only known for having amazing hair, but also for looking amazing for her age. This is likely due to the fact that she swears by moisturizer, sunscreen, and sunless tanner to keep her skin in beautiful shape.

Diane Kruger

Jaeger-LeCoultre Portrait Session With Diane Kruger

This German-born model-turned-actress not only looks incredible for her age, but also has skin that would make a 20-year-old envious. She revealed to InStyle magazine that she started first getting brown spots when she moved to Los Angeles and, ever since, never goes anywhere without SPF 50 sunscreen, even when it rains.

Hayden Panettiere

Jony And Marc's (RED) Auction - Red Carpet

Hayden is the youngest actress on this list but we love that she is already getting a head start on protecting her skin from aging. She wears sunscreen every day and understands the importance of reapplying regularly.

View all fonts in this project