The Highlight Issue 14 'Feel Fantastic Summer'

SUNCARE ADVICE “SPF stands for sun protection factor,” explains Katey McTavish, education manager at Kate Somerville. “Applying an SPF30 protects you from 97 per cent of UVA rays, while an SPF50 will protect you against 98 per cent, but all sunscreens ideally need to be topped up every two hours. That’s where SPF setting sprays become a handbag essential, to ensure you can top up your SPF throughout the day and set your makeup in place with a refreshing, hydrating mist. Always make sure you use plenty and apply out of the wind, so the product goes directly onto the skin.” There are two SPF formulas to know: chemical and mineral. “Chemical sunscreens (such as oxybenzone and avobenzone) work by absorbing UV rays and converting into heat which is then dispersed from skin,” explains Tracey. “Chemical sunscreens are often the first choice from consumers who want to avoid a white cast, especially on darker skin tones.” Stell Sideras, global product innovation manager at Bondi Sands, adds: “In a mineral SPF, you will find zinc and titanium dioxide, which instead work by sitting on top of the skin to create a physical barrier. For those with sensitive or oily skin, they are known to be low irritants.” FOLLOW THE TWO-HOUR RULE KNOW YOUR FORMULA MURAD City Skin Age Defense Broad Spectrum SPF50 PA ++++ 50ml / £66 KATE SOMERVILLE UncompliKated SPF50 Soft Focus Makeup Setting Spray 100ml / £34