{"id":52608,"date":"2019-01-28T10:00:55","date_gmt":"2019-01-28T15:00:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog-well.ca\/?p=52608"},"modified":"2026-07-02T12:38:16","modified_gmt":"2026-07-02T16:38:16","slug":"why-sun-protection-critical-for-your-skin-all-year-round","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/why-sun-protection-critical-for-your-skin-all-year-round\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Sun Protection Is Critical for Your Skin All Year Round"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text][\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text]Sun protection is not just for your beach bag! Your skin needs protecting all the time. Here are 5 reasons to wear SPF in all seasons, whatever the weather&#8230;<em>\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h4>#1 &#8211; UV Rays Are 10x More Intense In Spring vs. Winter<\/h4>\n<p>By the time spring rolls around, we&#8217;ve all had enough of wet wintery days so we\u2019re eager to spend more time outdoors. But the relatively mild temperatures can be misleading because UV rays are still a potential risk for skin\u2014in fact, UV rays are already almost 10x more intense than in winter. Cloud cover reduces mainly infrared and visible light, which causes a decrease in heat and light intensity but not in UV strength\u2014up to 80% of UV rays can penetrate through clouds.<\/p>\n<p>An effective way to prevent accidental damage and an increased risk of premature aging to your skin is to incorporate SPF into your skincare routine. A <a href=\"https:\/\/well.ca\/products\/la-roche-posay-anthelios-mineral_155609.html\">tinted sunscreen with high SPF<\/a> provides even, natural-looking coverage while also protecting your skin. For dehydrated skin, a <a href=\"https:\/\/well.ca\/products\/la-roche-posay-hydraphase-uv-spf-30_157046.html\">moisturizing face cream with added SPF<\/a> can provide intense, targeted rehydration with high level daily UVA\/UVB protection.<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<h4>#2 &#8211; UV Rays Are Strongest In Summer<\/h4>\n<p>For most of us, summer means vacation time! It&#8217;s also the most important season to wear powerful sun protection, as UV rays are stronger due to our proximity to the sun, and we are most likely to spend more time outdoors.<\/p>\n<p>If you enjoy jumping around in the waves or regular dips in the pool, make sure to use a sun cream formulated using water resistant technology. Remember to always reapply your sun protection every 2 hours, and stay out of direct sunlight during the hottest parts of the day (11am-4pm). By protecting your skin during the summer months, you&#8217;ll avoid the consequences of dry, damaged skin come autumn.<\/p>\n<h4>\u00a0#3 &#8211; Long-Wave UVA Rays Are Still Around Come Fall<\/h4>\n<p>Summer&#8217;s over, and it&#8217;s time to get back to our daily lives. Are you hitting the road for a post-vacation run or outdoor activity? UV intensity may have dropped, but long-wave UVA rays are still present, and are a risk to your skin&#8217;s health.<\/p>\n<p>And if autumn is when you choose to go on holiday (fewer crowds, lower rates), the same care should be taken for your skin as in the summer months, so don&#8217;t forget sun protection!<\/p>\n<h4>#4 &#8211; Sunscreen Is Needed On The Slopes, Too!<\/h4>\n<p>Are you escaping on a skiing holiday this winter? The intensity of UV rays increases with altitude\u2014around 10% every kilometer\u2014so avoid skin damage by carrying a <a href=\"https:\/\/well.ca\/products\/la-roche-posay-anthelios-xl_3700.html?cat=5241\">sun care stick<\/a> with a high SPF in your pocket. The wind and cold on mountains can be particularly misleading as you might not realize how much sun exposure you\u2019re actually getting! And snow is the most reflective of all surfaces, reflecting between 60-80% of UVA and UVB rays.<\/p>\n<p>Reapply regularly to the areas most exposed to the sun, such as the nose, forehead, ears and cheeks.<\/p>\n<h4>#5 &#8211; Glass Windows Won\u2019t Protect You<\/h4>\n<p>Even indoors, your skin needs protection. While your skin won\u2019t tan or burn from behind glass since UVB rays are blocked, UVA rays penetrate through with the visible light. Prolonged exposure to UVA rays can cause profound cellular damage, even to DNA, and photo-aging, which means you\u2019ll look far older than you are.<\/p>\n<p>Since long-wave UVA rays are present all-year-round, it&#8217;s better to be safe than sorry when it comes to taking care of your skin. Incorporate sun protection into your daily beauty routine, whatever the season.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_52612\" style=\"width: 1010px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/blog-well.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/Why-Sun-Protection-Is-Critical-for-Your-Skin-All-Year-Round-2.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-52612\" class=\"wp-image-52612 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/blog-well.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/Why-Sun-Protection-Is-Critical-for-Your-Skin-All-Year-Round-2.jpg\" alt=\"Photograph of three women applying sunscreen at the beach\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/Why-Sun-Protection-Is-Critical-for-Your-Skin-All-Year-Round-2.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/Why-Sun-Protection-Is-Critical-for-Your-Skin-All-Year-Round-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/Why-Sun-Protection-Is-Critical-for-Your-Skin-All-Year-Round-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/Why-Sun-Protection-Is-Critical-for-Your-Skin-All-Year-Round-2-700x467.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-52612\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Keeping in mind that SPF only covers the UVB protection in a product, you should choose a sunscreen with an SPF of 30 to 60 to use all year round!<\/p><\/div>\n<h4>What to Look for When Choosing a Sunscreen<\/h4>\n<p>Look for a sun protection that is broad spectrum, meaning that it protects from both UVB <em>and<\/em> UVA rays.<\/p>\n<p>Keeping in mind that SPF only covers the UVB protection in a product, you should choose a sunscreen with an SPF of 30 to 60 to use all year round. Anything higher than SPF 60 is unnecessary as it only provides a very minimal increase in UVB protection.<\/p>\n<p>To ensure you\u2019re getting the best in UVA protection, <a href=\"https:\/\/well.ca\/brand\/la-roche-posay.html?brand=la-roche-posay&amp;main_page=brand&amp;category_id=5241\">La Roche-Posay Anthelios products<\/a> have a UVA logo which indicates that they have minimum UVA protection equal to 1\/3 of the SPF.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Try <a href=\"https:\/\/well.ca\/brand\/la-roche-posay.html?brand=la-roche-posay&amp;main_page=brand&amp;category_id=5241\">La Roche-Posay Anthelios Sun Protection Creams and Lotions<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>With more than 40 years of research, <a href=\"https:\/\/well.ca\/brand\/la-roche-posay.html\">La Roche-Posay<\/a> has developed a range of non-toxic sunscreens for sensitive skin.<\/p>\n<p>While most face sunscreens leave your face feeling weighed down, <a href=\"https:\/\/well.ca\/brand\/la-roche-posay.html?brand=la-roche-posay&amp;main_page=brand&amp;category_id=5241\">Anthelios face sunscreens<\/a> have a lightweight texture that\u2019s ideal for daily SPF protection. And they\u2019re safe for anyone suffering from sensitive skin or atopic dermatitis. For everyday protection, try adding the <a href=\"https:\/\/well.ca\/products\/la-roche-posay-anthelios-mineral_155609.html?cat=5241\">tinted sunscreen primer<\/a> to your beauty routine. For combined hydration and UVA protection, try the non-greasy <a href=\"https:\/\/well.ca\/products\/la-roche-posay-anthelios-ultra-fluid_155610.html\">Ultra-Fluid Lotion<\/a>. And to address aging concerns, use La Roche-Posay\u2019s anti-aging serum, called <a href=\"https:\/\/well.ca\/products\/la-roche-posay-effaclar-serum_157032.html\">Hyalu B5<\/a>, in combination with a sunscreen.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text][\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/section>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text][\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text]Sun protection is not just for your beach bag! 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