Anybody with even a vague interest in skincare knows how important sun protection is. Not only does it keep visible signs of ageing, like pigmentation, at bay, it also significantly reduces our risk of developing skin cancer caused by UV exposure. But with so many voices in the skincare space, it may feel hard to know who to trust on the "rules" of sun protection – from what factor to use to if you need different sunscreen for your face and body.
As it's so crucial to apply sunscreen to any areas of exposed skin, you've likely wondered if can (and should) use the same SPF formula on both your face and body, or if you need different formulas and/or factors for your body formula and best facial sunscreen options. To clear the fog, we asked dermatologists and skin experts for their expert insights on the matter. Here's what they had to say...
