As we enter the midst of summer, there’s nothing better than having the sun beaming down day after day. And, although it might feel amazing to spend hours in the sun whether it be a beach trip or relaxing hike, it’s important not to skip the daily essential: sunscreen! It may seem arbitrary, but sunscreen is SO important, and here’s why:

Protection from UV Rays 

The sun carries two types of rays, UVA and UVB. UVB is responsible for surface sunburns and UVA is the one that deeply penetrates your skin contributing to wrinkles and dark spots. And, just because you don’t see the sun's rays, doesn’t mean they are not there (yes, that means even when it’s cloudy!). Fortunately, a basic SPF 30 sunscreen helps block UV rays and prevent painful sunburns! 

Reduces Risk of Skin Cancer 

Though obvious, this had to be on this list. Most likely the scariest of all reasons to wear sunscreen - it is a harsh reality. Extensive research has shown that UV rays cause skin cancer and getting sunburnt a mere once every 2 years can triple your risk of getting melanoma skin cancer. Again - scary! Luckily there’s an easy way to prevent this….you guessed it - sunscreen! 

Prevents Premature Ageing

Want to stay looking youthful for as long as possible? Then you are definitely going to need to make SPF a daily habit. As mentioned above, UVA rays from the sun age the skin by damaging skin texture and causing skin collagen to break down which ultimately leads to wrinkles and sagging skin. 

Maintains an Even Skin Tone

In addition to causing wrinkles and potentially cancer, UV rays can cause discoloration and dark spots. So, adding the extra step of sunscreen to your skincare routine can really make all the difference. You can even use a moisturiser that has SPF in it for that extra protection! 

Whatever you decide to do this summer, make sunscreen a priority in your day-to-day life. It’s easy to find cheap sunscreen options for all skin types, so why take the risk? See below our top 5 sunscreens to make sure you’re adding to your basket this Summer