Why You Should Apply Sunscreen First [DermTV.com Epi #75]

Via http://www.dermtv.com - While we believe that in order to get the best protection from the sun possible, you should apply your sunscreen first, a lot of people ask, "why?" Dr. Schultz explains.

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[xjawanidiwanix]

Hi Dr. Schultz. Thanks for all the advise.

I used to use the products in this order: first cleanser, then toner, then moisturizer and last sunscreen. So that is wrong I understand. But what is the correct order?

[dermTVdotcom]

@xjawanidiwanix Your cleanser and toner prepare your skin for your active ingredients. Thus, use your cleanser and toner first. Then apply sunscreen before anything else.

[luckyclover012]

Should you apply sunscreen before you apply chemical exfoliants or retinols as well?

[dermTVdotcom]

@luckyclover012 Yes. However, if you're concerned, then just apply your exfoliants at night when you're not apply sunscreen. One last thing to note: most exfoliants are not compatible with retinoids.

[Mahigak]

Dr. Schultz, What about a moisturizer that has SPF in it? Is it just as effective as using sunscreen alone?

[dermTVdotcom]

@Mahigak: This is a very important question. A moisturizer with a specific SPF value delivers that exact SPF even though it is mixed with a moisturizer because in order to claim that SPF value it had to be tested exactly in the form it is sold (as a moisturizer) and in that form demonstrate that exact SPF. Bottom line: any product with a stated SPF delivers that SPF regardless of other bells and whistles.

[HelloKatyes]

you should reapply your sunscreen during the day, but then you already have your moisturizer on, is it still okay to apply the sunscree over it?

[farsta8]

Thank you so much Dr Schultz for this advice, all this time i have been applying my sunscreen as the last product and i didnt see any improvements on my freckles. In fact it got worst. Ever since i started putting the sunscreen first, i notice my freckles are not darkening like it used to. Thanks a lot!

[Iwuzhere321]

Can I put sunscreen on after my cleanser?

[sindylicious]

Dr., if i use a sunscreen in my morning skincare, do i still apply the sunscreen first even before my serum?

[SMOOVEJOE]

Dr. Shultz, I'm using hydroquinone-based products to correct a hyperpigmentation issue. Should I still apply sunscreen first?

[redchariot92]

i was introduced to color science products. are they worthy sunscreen products? they are a powder mineral sunscreen product.