No matter the month, every morning skincare routine should start the same way: a layer of sun protection.

Time and time again, when women reflect on the beauty choices they’ve made in their lifetime, there’s one recurring theme: they wish they wore sunscreen. And I’m not talking about putting sunscreen on your shoulders in late July - I’m talking about applying it to your face every single day. 

Even if you see tanning beds as taboo, there’s still work to be done. The cloudiest of days still pose a threat to the delicate skin on your face. UV rays increase signs of aging, skin discoloration and inflammation. It feels almost redundant to mention the direct link between sun exposure and increased risk of skin cancer, but it must be said. 

But the good news is that there are options. The market today isn’t the chemical-ridden spray sunscreen of your childhood, there’s a wide variety of products to match every lifestyle. From serums that act as a makeup primer to formulas with a pearlescent finish, there’s something to help every person preserve their skin.

Adding sun protection to my beauty routine may be a simple step, but acts as a powerful form of self-care. As I warm my product of choice between my palms each morning, I see it as an act of nurture. Not only am I looking out for my skin today, but additionally, for years to come. 

xo -VS Girl

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