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Lucy Abbersteen

Can you use sunscreen as moisturiser? We asked two dermatologists if it's possible to skip a step

A woman with blonde hair and glowing skin applying a face cream and smiling next to byoma SPF and La Roche Posay SPF .

When it comes to our skincare routines and the order in which we apply our products, the last two steps are likely the same: a moisturiser followed by an SPF. But with so many of the latter now boasting hydrating ingredients, can you use sunscreen as a moisturiser instead?

The best face moisturisers and best facial sunscreens are rightfully seen as basic steps in a solid skincare regimen - if you only use two products daily, it should be these. Then again, when the temperature rises, and loading on layers of product is about as appealing as a hot bath, you've probably wondered whether you could just skip moisturiser and go straight to SPF.

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