Summer Skincare Essentials

UV Defence Screens

I always insist on my summer moisturiser having added SPF, but there are quite a few moisturisers on the market that don't have the added SPF. 
Companies like Kiehls, Clarins and  Shiseido do these UV defence screens that all carry a SPF of 40 or more that you apply directly over your moisturiser.  Nifty huh!
So what ever moisturiser you buy, if you use one of these after you know you're skin will always be protected from those pesky UV rays that cause premature ageing of the skin, pigmentation and wrinkles!

I personally use Clarins UV Plus HP Multi-Protection Day Screen SPF40 but here are a few others,

UV Plus HP Multi-Protection Day Screen SPF40

£30

The ultimate day to day sun protection from Clarins: lightweight, oil-free and 100% mineral-based.

The Clarins UV Plus Day Screen High Protection SPF 40 provides sun and pollution protection by sitting invisibly over the top of any day cream, or underneath your make-up.
The cream has a delicate pink colour that leaves the skin looking smooth and luminous.

Kiehl's Superfluid UV Defence SPF50+ (Formally Ultra Light Daily Moisturiser SPF50)

£31

A translucent, non-greasy sunscreen With a super light fluid texture that will not clog pores.  Contains photostable sun filters Mexoryl SX & Mexoryl XL, formulated with antioxidant Vitamin E & nourishing Glycerin offers powerful, long-lasting sunscreen protection Leaves skin comfortable in a matte finish
Dermatologist-tested, non-comedogenic, fragrance-free.

Shiseido UV Protection cream SPF 50

£31

A highly protective daily sunscreen that provides exceptional moisture while protecting against external agressors such as UV rays, dryness and air pollution for beautiful, healthy looking skin. Non-comedogenic. Dermatologist and ophtalmologist-tested.

MAC Prep + Prime Face Protect SPF 50

£21

A skin-protecting cream with SPF 50. Applies under makeup to prime the skin for the sun. Light weight, fast-absorbing, oil-free and invisible.  Specially formulated with oil-absorbing powder, helps prevent oil breakthrough. Provides high-level broad spectrum sun protection.

Worn daily helps guard the skin against discolouration, premature ageing, dryness and other effects of sun exposure. Suitable for all skins.

Biotherm UV Detox SPF 50+ Day Cream

£19.50

A fresh fluid with a soft texture which combines anti-UVB filters with patented Mexoryl® SX, a powerful, light-stable sunscreen for optimum protection from UVA/UVB light. The formula also contains a detox complex to neutralise epidermal toxins generated by pollution and pure extract of thermal plankton to soothe the skin. Instantly freshens and evens complexion. With optimum protection from pollution and UV light every day, the skin regains its natural radiance.