Acne Myth: The sun will help improve acne.

Acne Truth: Sun exposure can worsen acne in people prone to acne.

The temporary effects of a tan and the drier skin creates the illusion that the sun improves acne. However, UV rays damage the skin and make it dry but your skin rebounds by making MORE oil to compensate which often makes acne noticeably worse. Further, some topical acne medications make skin more sensitive to the sun and cause it to burn more easily. Last but not least, exposure to excess sunlight causes hyperpigmentation which can make acne scars darker.

The best sunscreen is the one that you love enough to wear every day, so find a formula that you like and make it a daily habit for healthy skin for a lifetime.

SkinCeuticals Physical Matte SPF 50 is ideal for oily and acneic skin as it contains ingredients that absorb surface oil and mattify the skin without clogging pores. The lightweight combination of Zinc Oxide and Titanium Dioxide provide serious protection across the UVA/UVB spectrum while oil-absorbing ingredients mattify the skin even in the hottest and most humid conditions. A universal tint evens the skin tone and provides subtle luminosity.

It’s the perfect balance of pretty and protection for your beautiful skin!

SkinCeuticals Physical Matte SPF 50:  4% Zinc Oxide, 9% Titanium Dioxide, Aerated Silica and Iron Oxide spheres (for the fab universal adjusting tint)

Investment in Skin Health: $34