My Suncare Picks

I take sun care very seriously. As soon as the sun breaks out, I layer on the SPF. There are literally hundreds of sun care products on the market but I thought I would share the ones that I have recently been using.

For The Little Man, La Roche Posay is the only way I go. It suits his sensitive skin and with the 300ml special value bottles it's a winner. I always use SPF50 on him.

 

** May is Melanoma Awareness Month and La Roche Posay have a great free pack for children when you buy two suncare products, one to be childrens.** 

 

  For myself and the hubby, I usually use Vichy Capital Soleil Suncare Oil in SPF20. I became obsessed with it last summer and have repurchased it several times. On a recent day out I was caught short with no sun cream. A quick trip into Lidl and I came out with an SPF 20 for just under €2. I was dubious that it wouldn't be that good but so far I am really liking it apart from the scent. I find it a little too baby powder-y. For holidays, I always raid the supermarket when we arrive for sun cream bargains.

For my face, I use the Nuxe Delicious Cream for Face High Protection in SPF30 with UVA and UVB protection. This retails at €19 and is worth every cent. I love how this glides on, without feeling heavy and also leaves my face moisturised. This lovely is definitely coming away with me to Spain.

What are your favourite sun care products?

Staying Safe In The Sun With La Roche Posay

How incredible is this weather? I am really loving the bit of sun and heat but am conscious of keeping the whole family protected.The little man has his own Vichy sun cream but for myself I am using La Roche Posay Anthelios XL 50+ SPF Nutritive Oil.

 

 

 

This lovely is suitable for both face and body. It is also water resistant.  What I really like is although its an oil, you’re not left waiting for it to sink in. As with most sunscreens, you need to reapply regularly.

 

I was a bit worried how an oil would work with my false tan but luckily it didn’t leave me streaky. The only thing I’m not liking is the scent but that’s purely a personal thing.

 

You can pick this is up in all La Roche Posay stockists for €22

 

 



The Importance of an SPF

With summer seeming like its finally arrived, I wanted to do a post on suncare and how important an SPF is. I tend to wear an SPF all year round, always choosing a moisturiser containing one and usually a foundation too.

 

Why is SPF important?

 

Skin damage from sunlight builds up with continued exposure, whether sunburn occurs or not. In addition to skin cancer and sunburn, other effects can include wrinkling, premature aging, and in time, an almost leathery appearance of the skin.

 

Suncream Splay an important role in a total program to reduce the harmful effects of the sun, along with limiting sun exposure and wearing protective clothing.

Keeping Safe In The Sun

• Stay out of the sun during peak hours. While these times may vary slightly depending on the season and and where you live, the hours between 10:00 (10:00 am) and 15:00 (3:00 pm) should be spent indoors if at all possible.
• Keep covered up. Floppy hats and large umbrellas work well but so do beach cover-ups and the like. Long-sleeved cotton shirts are excellent for hiking, cycling etc; see your sports store for special brands that allow breathing as well as cover-up.
• Use sunscreen on any exposed areas. There are heaps of lipcare and face care suncare products that are realy good.
•  Always reapply after leaving the water, as it’ll have washed off.
• Don’t forget hard-to-reach places. Don’t forget to cover the backs of your knees, back of your neck, elbows and back of your ears (if you have short hair). Feet should also be included if you are wearing sandals, flip-flops or going bare-foot. Even these places can hurt a lot with sunburn.
• Don’t lie in the sun purposefully seeking a tan. This is not only damaging to your skin but might burn you the first few times you try it at the beginning of the season. If you want to tan, do it gradually and sensibly, with short exposure and building up over time.
• Put a small amount of oil or sunscreen in your hair so you will avoid burning your scalp. Or cover it with a hat. Some shampoos and hair conditioners contain SPF protection.

 

My Suncare Picks

 

I'm a fan of three brands when it comes to suncream- Vichy, Hamilton and La Roche Posay. I feel they have really got the best selection in suncare.

 

 

 

 

 

*La Roche-Posay demonstrates its commitment to sun protection and sun education by donating €1 to the Irish Cancer Society since 2006 for every purchase of Anthelios Fluid Extreme 50+ as well as continuingly supporting The Melanoma Trust in their personal mission since 2009.*

 

Do you use an SPF?

 

La Roche Posay Hydreane BB Cream

After discovering a new love of BB Cream, (thanks to Maybelline’s offering) I was delighted to try out La Roche Posays offering to the BB cream market. Hydreane BB cream promises to moisturises, soothes and protects, whilst also unifying and illuminating even the most sensitive skin.

Hydreane BB Cream features the legendary Thermal Spring water which is hydrating, anti-oxidant, anti-irritant and softening, along with an SPF20. Even though its winter,we should all still be wearing an SPF to keep free radicals at bay. This BB cream has five missions.

1. Hydrates for 12 Hours: HYDREANE BB CREAM embodies all the thermal hydration and comfort of the HYDREANE range for sensitive skin types. La Roche-Posay Thermal Spring Water is combined with glycerine, sodium hyluronate, vegetal oils (passion flower, apricot, maize, brand, rice) and Shea Butter for long lasting comfort and hydration.
2. Smooths: Upon application of HYDREANE BB CREAM, skin breathes a sigh of relief, regaining its freshness and calm thanks to the naturally soothing effects of La Roche-Posay Thermal Spring Water. Skin sensitivity is reduced in just 2 weeks of use.
3. Stregthens: HYDREANE BB CREAM is not just another BB. First and foremost it is a dermatological skincare product, developed for the most sensitive of skin. The naturally high selenium content of La Roche-Posay Thermal Spring Water aids skin’s defense mechanisms against the free radicals that can cause skin irritations.
4. Protects: HYDREANE BB CREAM contains sun filters to protect sensitive skin from the harmful effects of UVA and UVB rays and prevents pigmentation reactions (age spots). Its SPF20 UV protection is empowered by the same filter as the ANTHELIOS range.
5. Unifies and Illuminates:HYDREANE BB CREAM contains a unique combination of pigments to suit all skin tones; correcting imperfections and unifying the complexion. The rich, creamy texture melts into the skin without ever caking.
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I really liked La Roche Posays offering to the BB Cream market. The texture is like a light foundation and applies evenly on the skin. On application my skin looked even and any imperfections were covered up. I was sent Medium to try, which although is too dark for my pale skin, it is perfect for my tan. There is alos a light shade available, one which I will definitely be investing in once my Maybelline is empty. It is available at your local La Roche Posay stockist now and retails at €18