The importance of SPF (Sun Protection Factor) in daily skincare cannot be overstated, as it plays a critical role in protecting the skin from the harmful effects of ultraviolet (UV) radiation. Regular use of SPF helps to prevent sunburn, premature ageing, and hyperpigmentation, while also significantly reducing the risk of skin cancer. By forming a protective barrier on the skin, SPF blocks or absorbs UV rays, preventing them from penetrating the skin and causing damage to DNA and collagen fibres. Incorporating SPF into your skincare routine is a simple yet powerful step to maintain healthy, youthful skin and safeguard against long-term damage. If you’re not using SPF daily, why?
Meg’s Review
“SPF has come a long way from the thick and sticky eye watering formulations from the 80’s to now (although I do miss those fluro stackable zinc colour pots we used to get in our Christmas stockings…remember those??)
And even though fluro colours are my all time favourite colours, I probably wouldn’t wear them on my face these days, but I do love the packaging of We Are Feel Good Inc.. An Aussie brand, not only are the colours groovy, the product is a hands down winner. Reef safe, zinc based, no nasties and SPF 50+, they have a sunscreen for everyone – even little babies.
I religiously use 3 of their products:
- Signature Sunscreen. Just an all round excellent SPF for the whole family. Can be used on the face and body, and it stays on. My son is a surfer and this SPF is the only one I’ve found that stays put and doesn’t rub off on his tummy, even after hours of paddling out on his surfboard. We live in the Caribbean and do a lot of snorkelling and it’s important to us that we’re not polluting the water with toxic chemicals, and you’d be surprised at how bad so many SPF’s can be for the coral. We have this SPF all around the house, by the pool, in the car and in the kids backpacks. It comes in a cute little travel one too that the kids take to school.
- Lip Balm SPF 50+. Have you ever been sunburnt on the lip? I have. And it was one of the worst things I’ve ever done to myself. And stupidly, I’ve done it twice. It blistered, then scabbed and I couldn’t talk, eat or sleep properly and it took so long to heal. Now I am scared that I’ll end up with a melanoma on my lip – something that is very common, especially on older men. So this We Are Feel Good Inc Lip Balm is a must. And just like the Signature SPF, I keep one in the car, one outside, one in my bag and just everywhere I go! All the ‘flavours’ are good, and I don’t have a favourite, but I do like the green Kakadu one at the moment. Not only is it SPF 50+, it is also super hydrating and can be used everyday for lip balm. If you know someone, maybe your dad, who plays golf or cricket or is a surfer, then this small product could be an actual lifesaver. I also love that it’s super big and chunky – meaning it lasts for ages and is easy to find in your bag.
- Good Morning SPF 50+. Is it a moisturiser? Is it a SPF? No! It’s both. This dual action product can be used on its own or over a regular moisturiser. It’s super hydrating, non greasy and goes well under makeup. It stays put and is free from any toxic stuff. This is my morning SPF and I love it – plus the blue packaging is super pretty. My 14 year old daughter also approves (but mostly cos it looks nice on her shelf).
Be sun safe this summer, and educate those around you. Melanoma is still one of the leading cancers in Australia. We Are Feel Good Inc products make excellent Christmas presents for friends, great stocking stuffers and fun office secret santa gifts!”
Meg
Julie’s Review
“Ladies, gents, and fellow SPF fanatics, buckle up because I’m about to take you on a wild (and highly protected) ride through the land of Aspect Sun CC Cream SPF 50. Let me start by saying this is not your average sunblock. Oh no, this baby does double duty, giving you that effortlessly natural coverage with a glossy finish.
But, dear friends, there’s a little catch. Sometimes.. occasionally, every now and then, there is a little irk about your favourites and well, this CC cream’s Achilles heel is its consistency – she thick! I’m talking about that kind of thick where your face feels like it just went from lightweight to heavy-duty moisturiser real quick. But It’s a fabulous kind of rich, and some of you may love to apply it by itself with all that fab richness, but for me, I need it to be much lighter in texture, and being the type of person who loves to cocktail skincare products like a hyped up bartender, I will add more hydration to get it to where I need it. A dash of hyaluronic serum here or a pump of a more fluid SPF there, and voilà! The consistency is perfect.
And speaking of my SPF cocktail of choice, say hello to my trusty sidekick, the Skinceuticals Ultra Facial Defense SPF50+. It’s got that lightweight texture that feels like it’s gliding on air. Together, these two are my dynamic duo – protection, hydration, and the perfect glow all in one smooth layer.
So, yes, Aspect Sun CC Cream might be a little extra with its thickness, but when it comes to coverage and sun defense? It’s like walking around with an invisible force field of fabulousness. I’ll gladly take that trade-off, and with a touch of a serum here and a squirt of Skinceuticals there, this product becomes my skin’s best friend – hydrated, protected, and glossy. Probably not for you if you like a more matte finish though, but if you are powder foundation type of gal or guy this may actually work beautifully.”
Julie
Pip’s Review
“I really don’t have or spend much time on my skincare routine… isn’t that terrible?! I work around skincare ALL DAY, but between my kids, new puppy, daily chores & work etc I really don’t get much time for me. Because of this I’m always trying to find products that have multiple benefits and cut-down on my steps. With this in mind I currently have three SPF’s that I go between.
SkinBetter Science Tone Smart is my ‘work day’ hack that leaves my skin looking flawless and contains a physical SPF so even if I forget to reapply before ducking out to lunch, I know I have some sun protection going on. I love this product because I have pale pink skin with a million freckles and I struggle to find foundation that looks natural. With Tone Smart the colour changes to suit my skin so it always looks great, even when I’m pale in Winter and freckled in Summer.
Airyday Pretty In Zinc is my typical go-to when I’m working from home. I don’t need to look glamorous for my laptop, but I do walk the dog and do school drop off & pick-ups during the day, so having a Zinc based coverage that has a slight tint helps to even my skin-tone and once-again makes me feel safer in-case I forget to reapply (I’m always loosing track of the time).
Lastly I have my action packed days with the kids – when I’m lathering us all up to play outside! My go-to is We Are Feel Good Inc Sensitive Sunscreen (Or Kakadu Plum because we all love the smell). When I’m with the kids we’re lathering up every 2 hours with our hats on and you just never know where the action will take us LOL. I love that it feels like a normal moisturiser and we don’t get that shiny greasy look!!! I hate greasy sunscreen with a passion!!!
Lastly our Christmas Limited Edition Kits have arrived and the Airyday sets are SO COOL!!! They actually come with this beautiful thick aqua green neoprene cosmetic bags (I’m thinking waterproof beach & pool days) – they’re so PRETTY!!!! Perfect for the girl who HATES PINK but LOVES pretty things!!! I’ll have to try and take some better photos for our website because they’re so nice!”
Pip
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