How to apply face sunscreen?

Going out unprotected on a cloudy day seems risk-free. However, UVA rays pass through clouds and office windows all year round. To learn how to apply your facial sunscreen, which remains the primary beauty step to delay skin aging and maintain a lasting glow. This practical guide answers every question to ensure effective daily sun protection.

Application order: the golden rule of your skincare routine

For total effectiveness, the order of product application is crucial. Your facial sunscreen acts as a final protective barrier.

1. Cleansing: Start with clean skin, free from impurities accumulated overnight.
2. Exfoliation: Use Pschitt Magique for new skin. Unlike traditional exfoliants limited to two uses per week, our formula allows daily use to smooth skin texture and prepare for cream application.
3. Serum: Apply your active ingredients (like vitamin C).
4. Hydration: Use your day cream [ MYSTÉRIEUX Mille et Un Jours ] for an anti-aging firming action and a lifting effect.
5. Sun protection: This is the last step of your skincare routine before makeup.

How much sunscreen should you use?

A common mistake lies in the quantity of sunscreen. A pea-sized amount is not enough to achieve the protection factor displayed on the product. A study shows that most people apply only a fraction of the sufficient dose.

Applying generously creates a uniform layer that protects the skin against skin cancer, wrinkles, and the appearance of dark spots. To do this correctly, use circular motions and ensure the sunscreen product is spread evenly over all exposed skin.

Areas not to neglect during application

When applying, the hand often forgets very exposed areas:

• Ears and nose.
• Eye contour (use a suitable sunscreen to avoid irritation).
• Hairline or scalp.
• Do not forget any part of the neck and décolleté.

Also, remember to extend this protective gesture to the rest of the body with a suitable body sunscreen: shoulders, arms, hands, and legs are just as exposed to UV rays during prolonged exposure.

Application and makeup: the winning duo

Use our tinted sunscreen, or if you use foundation or powder, wait one minute after applying your SPF cream. This allows mineral filters (like titanium dioxide or zinc oxide) to set. The advantage of an invisible high-protection texture is that it doesn't pill under your makeup. Should you apply sunscreen before or after your day cream? The rule is simple: sun care always comes after moisturizer.

Frequency and reapplication: stay protected all day

A single morning application does not provide protection throughout the day in cases of prolonged exposure or outdoor activities. Sweating, friction, or swimming in water reduce protection.

• Reapply every two hours when traveling or on sun holidays.
• Indoors, near a window, UVA rays still contribute to premature aging.
• Use a stick or invisible spray sunscreen for reapplication without disturbing your makeup.

Choosing your care according to your skin type

Each skin type has specific needs. Oily skin or acne-prone skin will prefer a light fluid. Dry skin will opt for a rich SPF moisturizing cream. For a child or sensitive skin, choose broad-spectrum high protection (against UVA and UVB).