Sun Care | How to Reapply Sunscreen Over Makeup

20:51 Jayyangg 2 Comments


As I've previously ranted in my Shiseido post (click here) sunscreen is crucial to keep your skin healthy looking now and in the future. The sun's UVA rays penetrate deep within your skin, causing long term damage. This usually leads to tanning, wrinkles, sunspots and skin cancer. Part of what I call my "skin care regimen" that I abide by every day always includes a sunscreen in the morning. I apply my Biore UV Perfect Bright Milk (Pink bottle) that helps me from looking too shiny and brightens my skin before applying any base.
However, once I have all my makeup on, how do I reapply makeup throughout the day?
As mentioned in my previous sunscreen review, sunscreen should be reapplied every 2 hours or so. This makes it difficult if you're out for a few hours as it's quite impossible to remove all your makeup and redo your base. When you have makeup on, your options of reapplying sunscreen are really quite limited (unless you want to mess up your makeup!). So, when picking the correct sunscreen there are a few terms you should be looking out for: Broad Spectrum, UVA/UVB, PA(++++), PPD (What are they? Read about them here)
Here are my 3 recommendations:

1. Mist/Spray

Perhaps my favourite way of re-applying my SPF! Finding an aerosol can sunscreen may give you the evenest distribution without getting large droplets. They usually form a very gentle veil that does not disrupt your makeup underneath and sinks in momentarily! The cans are usually very portable and fit into your bags for reapplications. Although it may be easy to find these products anywhere in Asia (a Japanese favourite is the Kose Whitening Sunblock UV Protection Spray), I found it extremely hard to purchase these in North America. As mentioned in my previous sunscreen post, NA does not have a standardised scale for measuring UVA rays like Asia and Europe does (PA and PPD respectively) which makes it even more difficult!
Bioderma Hydrabio Eau de Soil Moisturising anti-UV mist SPF 30 PA+++ 50ml
Price: $10 Euros (Roughly $15 CAD)
Although this product is not available in NA (my mom in France shipped it to me hehe) I found it was great that it had the PA+++ scale labelled on it. This mist is gentle and easy to use and felt hydrating. The first time I used it I over applied and looked way too dewy! However, a lighter hand left my skin looking healthy and glowy without disrupting my makeup. Rating:3.5/5
Coola Makeup Setting Spray Green Tea & Aloe Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Organic Suncare + Hyluronic Acid 50ml
Price: $51 CAD
Rating: 4/5
Read more about it here!
La Roche-Posay Anthelio 50+/60 Advanced UVA/UVB Protection 148ml
Price: $35 CAD
La Roche-Posay uses 2% Mexoryl as one of its main active ingredients which is known for its UVA protection. Although there is no scale in NA to measure UVA, the chances that the UVA protection is high can be associated with the use of Mexoryl. This special ingredient used to be patented by L'Oreal but now is used in many sunscreens in North America. Although this product is praised for its great sun protection, I found it to be only just bearable to use over makeup. Although when applied to the skin it leaves a light film that's quickly absorbed, on the face, it doesn't quite sink in and requires some time. However, given the limited choices, I would say this is a good option! Rating: 2.5/5
VICHY Ideal Soleil SPF 50 UVA/UVB 155g
Price: $23 CAD
Having tried the La Roche Posay and the Vichy at the same time, I would say that this is a good dupe! It has a similar feeling as it dries quickly on the body but creates almost a film like a barrier on makeup. Although this is not ideal, it's bearable. Additionally, they have very similar ingredients as this one also has 2% Mexoryl, making it a good UVA protector. Rating 2.5/5
Supergoop Defense Refresh Setting Mist SPF 50 Broad Spectrum 100ml
Price: $28 CAD
Despite not having personally used this product, Supergoop's claim that their refreshing setting mist has SPF 50, broad spectrum and protects from photoaging UV rays. Using this product as an example, these claims are exactly what you should be looking for when picking a spray out. In Canada, Urban Outfitters sells it online and is widely available in the US through Sephora.

2. Setting Powder 

If sunscreen sprays are not readily available, perhaps picking a setting powder with SPF would be an easier alternative. These powders would be great to apply on top of your makeup to refresh your look and get rid of the shine that's breaking down your makeup! In Asia, most powder foundations have a PA included which makes touch up extremely easy (a popular favourite: Canmake Marshmallow Finish Powder SPF 26 PA++)

A few options for North America after doing some research are:
Peter Thomas Roth Oily problem skin instant mineral SPF 30 UVA/UVB Protection
SuperGoop 100% Mineral Invincible Setting Powder SPF 45
(Has Zinc Oxide 20% that delivers broad spectrum sun protection)

Sunforgettable Loose Mineral Finishing Powder SPF 50 Broad spectrum UVA/UVB Sun Protection
(Includes Zinc Oxide)

3. BB Cream/Cushion

Lastly, if you don't mind re-applying your base makeup, then carrying your bb cream/cushion would be another option! Cushion Foundations are especially easy method of reapplying your SPF. BB Creams/Cushions from Asia usually already have a SPF, and a PA protection in it. Personally, I use the Hera Long Stay Cushion and Laneige Pore Control which both have SPF 50 PA+++.
Many Korean brands can now be found at Nordstrom/Sephora/Malls in NA (ex: La Neige, Amore Pacific, Sulwhasoo, The Face Shop) which makes these products easily accessible! If I don't have too much makeup on, first I blot my face and then reapply my base with the cushion. Be cautious that if you set your makeup with powder, it can make your reapplication patchy! Please remember that BB cream by itself is usually not enough, and you should still apply a sunscreen as part of your skincare morning regime.

 I struggled so much with finding ways to reapply sunscreen with makeup on. After doing a tone of research to find all the different options I hope you were able to learn something as well! Remember that sunscreen is especially crucial in the summer times or if you're using any acid peels, retinol/retinoid, vitamin c products.
In conclusion, when picking sunscreen look for terms like Broad Spectrum, UVA/UVB, PA, PPD, Zinc Oxide and Mexoryl.
Please let me know if you have any questions in the comment section :)

Until my next post!
JAY

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Sun Care | Shiseido S.O.S Sun Kit VoxBox Review

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  Shiseido S.O.S Save Out Skin Sun Kit - Influenster VoxBox Review

It's finally summer here in Toronto - we're starting to get more sunshine than rain lately! When it comes to protecting my skin - I'm just as diligent to applying sunscreen as I am skincare. I strongly believe that the key to healthy skin is through sun protection.

A little bit of education....
The sun's harmful rays come in two types: UVB and UVA.

UVB: Many sunscreens only cover UVB - "Burn." These are the rays that are harmful to the skin's surface level - they burn you, causing your skin to peel.

UVA: However, UVA in my eyes is just as important, if not more than UVB. UVA - "Ageing" rays penetrate deep into our skin and cause sunspots, tanning, wrinkles etc; basically everything we apply skincare for! To measure UVA, Asian sunscreens are labeled with "PA" scale that range from 1-4 + (ex: PA+++). Additionally, Europe has it's own scale called the PPD - persistent pigment darkening.

In North America, when looking for sunscreen, we should always be looking for ones that state "broad spectrum." "Broad Spectrum" means that the sunscreen protects your skin from both UVA and UVB rays. It is crucial that we make sure we protect ourselves from the sun!

There are several ways you can diminish the harm to your skin: you can choose to stay away from the sun (ex: staying indoors, wearing hats), go out when the rays are not as strong (avoid 12-4pm) or applying sunscreen. Shiseido creates some of the best sunscreens and is easily accessible at your local Shoppers Drug Mart or Sephora. 

Influenster and Shiseido sent me a few products for review purposes!

Shiseido WetForce Sports BB SPF 50+ Broad Spectrum 30mL 

Price: $48 CAD 
Sunscreen and makeup in one. This ingenious hybrid keeps skin looking undeniably gorgeous and protected, even while you have fun under the sun playing sports and working out. Now in a transfer-resistant BB tinted sunscreen, discover the ultimate sun protection formula with innovative WetForce technology. The super-lightweight formula blends easily into skin and stays put, delivering comfortable natural coverage that camouflages uneven skin texture and tone so you can look your best while you sweat. 
 I found the Shiseido Sports BB to be a really great for when I'm out spending time in the sun. On weekends I like to explore Toronto - visiting cafe's or walking around Harbourfront. As the temperature rises in the noon, many BB creams I use (ex Laneige, Hera, Missha) tend to break apart from the sweat and heat. However, I find the Shiseido Sports BB to be really great and holds together throughout the day. I still do need to occasionally blot - but it does not disturb the makeup underneath.  It controlled my oils fairly well and I can see all skin types using this.The texture is very light weight, a little runny and has medium coverage. The finish is matte/satin and natural looking. My only complaint is that there are only 3 shades - light, medium and dark- and tend to lean more beige. I picked "medium" and felt that it was a little dark for my NC25 skin and therefore I mix it with the "light" shade from the Urban Environment Tinted sunscreen. Finally, I love that the packaging is no hassle and easy to take when travelling. I find it convenient for sticking it in my purse for touchups when needed! Overall great product that is long lasting. 

Rating: 4/5

Urban Environment UV Protection Cream SPF 40 Broad Spectrum (Travel Size) 

Price: $40 CAD (56mL)
A feather-light daily cream sunscreen that shields the skin to fight unavoidable environmental aggressors.This daily shield utilizes advanced sun care technology to protect against dryness, oxidative pollutants, and UVA/UVB rays that cause photo-aging, spots, and wrinkles. This product spreads quickly and provides long-lasting, exceptional moisture to the skin. It can be worn daily as a makeup base for a beautiful foundation finish and easily removes with daily cleanser.
Shiseido claims that this cream spreads quickly, long lasting, can be worn as a base and moisturising. I must say, despite the thicker cream texture, the sunscreen spread out really easily on my skin and blended in very quickly. The first time I used it, I applied way too much but it absorbed easily and didn't feel thick! I had no problem using this as a base as it almost turned into a slightly powdery finish (it was a bit matte). However, I did not feel that it was moisturising. 

Rating 4/5



Shiseido Ultimate Cleansing Oil 75mL (Travel Size) 

Price: $33 CAD (150mL) 
A rinse-off oil-based cleanser. This specially designed purifying formula quickly and easily removes long-wearing foundation and water-resistant, high-SPF sunscreens. It rinses away quickly leaving no sensation of stickiness. This product is for use on face and body.
A really good oil cleanser that takes off all my makeup and sunscreen. It's a very runny formula which takes off my face makeup easily. It took off all my makeup pretty easily and left my skin feeling soft and not greasy. The only complaint I have is I wish there were more benefits to the product, ex: including green tea extract. Additionally, the current oil cleanser I use (RMK Cleansing Balm) is just a tad thicker and creamier. It just felt slightly "boring" and too simple of a product for the price... however, it does get the job done well! 

Rating: 3.5/5


I hope everyone's having a great summer, and please look forwards to my next posts! I'd love to hear some ideas to what other products I should review next :D 

Love,
JAY



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