While experts recommend using both a moisturizer and a separate sunscreen, the reasoning comes from more than just the products' ability to penetrate your skin. Still, while it's not exactly derm-recommended, applying a moisturizer with SPF is better than applying no SPF at all.6 days ago
Is moisturiser with SPF as good as sunscreen?
You may think you're ahead of the game by using a moisturizer with sun protection factor (SPF) built right in, but a recent study has shown that it's not as effective as slathering on a layer of sunscreen.Jul 5, 2018
How much SPF should I use on my face?
Dermatologists recommend using a sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30, which blocks 97 percent of the sun's UVB rays.
How much SPF do you need in a moisturizer?
When applying moisturizer, Carroll says to opt for one with a higher SPF. Most contain an SPF of 15, but she advises her patients to look for one with a minimum of SPF 30. “In reality, [with a moisturizer that has SPF 30] most people only apply enough to get a protection of 15.Jul 5, 2018