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SPF in the Winter Time: Why It’s Still Essential


When the temperatures drop and the sun’s warmth fades, it’s easy to think that sunscreen is only necessary during the summer months. However, protecting your skin from harmful UV rays is just as important in winter, if not more so.


Why SPF is Crucial in Winter Even in cold weather, the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays can damage your skin. UVA rays, responsible for premature aging, and UVB rays, which cause sunburn, are present year-round, regardless of the season. In fact, up to 80% of UV rays can still reach your skin on cloudy or overcast days. Snow can even reflect sunlight, intensifying exposure and increasing the risk of skin damage.


Preventing Skin Damage Regularly applying SPF during the winter helps prevent long-term skin damage, such as wrinkles, hyperpigmentation, and even skin cancer. Winter weather can also leave your skin more vulnerable to dryness and irritation, making it even more important to keep it protected.


Choosing the Right SPF When selecting an SPF for winter, choose a broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30. Opt for a lightweight, moisturizing formula to combat dry, cold air and maintain skin hydration. Don’t forget areas like your face, ears, neck, and hands—places that are often exposed to the sun.


Protecting your skin with SPF is a year-round necessity. At Top Body Med Spa, we recommend incorporating sunscreen into your daily routine to keep your skin healthy, youthful, and safe from the sun’s damaging effects, no matter the season. Call us today (947) 219-2096 to consult with your Top Body Esthetician and tailor the treatments specific to your skin type and concerns to protect your skin all year long!

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