{"id":3856,"date":"2022-04-15T14:53:58","date_gmt":"2022-04-15T21:53:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wellconnected.murad.com\/?p=3856"},"modified":"2022-10-04T15:46:14","modified_gmt":"2022-10-04T22:46:14","slug":"sunscreen-surprise-is-your-spf-to-blame-for-your-dry-skin-heres-how-to-know-and-what-to-do-about-it","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wellconnected.murad.com\/sunscreen-surprise-is-your-spf-to-blame-for-your-dry-skin-heres-how-to-know-and-what-to-do-about-it\/","title":{"rendered":"Sunscreen surprise: Is your SPF to blame for your dry skin? Here\u2019s how to know (and what to do about it)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>If your face <a href=\"https:\/\/www.murad.com\/search\/search-results\/?keywords=spf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sunscreen<\/a> leaves your skin feeling like an arid desert, it\u2019s understandable why you might skip the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.murad.com\/search\/search-results\/?keywords=spf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SPF<\/a> during your skincare routine. But giving up on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.murad.com\/search\/search-results\/?keywords=spf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sunscreen<\/a> completely isn\u2019t an option these days. In fact, leaving <a href=\"https:\/\/www.murad.com\/search\/search-results\/?keywords=spf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SPF<\/a> out of your skincare rotation can weaken your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.murad.com\/search\/search-results\/?keywords=skin+barrier\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">skin barrier<\/a>, which can then deplete the natural oils in skin\u2014causing you to feel even <a href=\"https:\/\/www.murad.com\/solutions-for\/hydration\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">drier<\/a> than before. Rather than quitting <a href=\"https:\/\/www.murad.com\/search\/search-results\/?keywords=spf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sunscreen<\/a>, look for an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.murad.com\/product\/correct-protect-serum-spf-45\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SPF that helps hydrate<\/a>, in addition to shielding against known drying triggers like UV light. Follow our guide to discover the essential <a href=\"https:\/\/www.murad.com\/products\/spf\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sunscreen moisturizer<\/a> ingredients that blend well with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.murad.com\/product\/correct-protect-serum-spf-45\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SPF to combat dry skin<\/a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Optimal ingredients in sunscreen for dry skin<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Sunscreens have come a long way since their chalky, greasy days, thanks to improvements in mineral sunscreens and chemical sunscreens, as well as the broad spectrum protection available on each. To encourage daily wear, many sunscreens now function as a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.murad.com\/product\/correct-protect-serum-spf-45\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2-in-1<\/a>, delivering the kind of sophisticated ingredients you\u2019d find in a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.murad.com\/products\/serums-treatments\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">serum<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.murad.com\/products\/moisturizers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">moisturizer<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When looking for a sunscreen for dry skin, be sure to check the ingredient list. Some of the most common (and most effective) moisturizing ingredients to look for in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.murad.com\/product\/correct-protect-serum-spf-45\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">hydrating sunscreens<\/a> may include:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Ceramides <\/strong>are a type of fat molecule found naturally in the skin. They strengthen your skin barrier, help the surface of your skin retain water, and are overall important for your skin structure, hydration and health. &nbsp;<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.murad.com\/search\/search-results\/?keywords=hyaluronic+acid\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Hyaluronic acid<\/strong><\/a><strong> <\/strong>is a molecule that\u2019s also naturally found in your body. In skincare, hyaluronic acid often functions as a humectant, meaning it helps your skin attract and hold moisture to keep it hydrated, supple and firm.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Glycerin<\/strong> is also a humectant and helps draw water to your skin\u2014both from the environment and from within your body.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.murad.com\/search\/search-results\/?keywords=vitamin+C\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Vitamin C<\/strong><\/a> is often touted as a brightening solution for skin, but research shows it can also help with hydration by preventing water loss in the skin barrier.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Plant oils<\/strong> and extracts like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.murad.com\/search\/search-results\/?keywords=shea+butter\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">shea butter<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.murad.com\/search\/search-results\/?keywords=grapeseed\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">grapeseed oil<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.murad.com\/search\/search-results\/?keywords=avocado+oil\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">avocado oil<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.murad.com\/search\/search-results\/?keywords=jojoba\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">jojoba oil<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.murad.com\/search\/search-results\/?keywords=sunflower+oil\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sunflower oil<\/a> can provide powerful hydration as well as antioxidants and vitamins that help nourish your skin. &nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Cetyl alcohol and cetearyl alcohol <\/strong>might give you pause when reading about hydrating ingredients. Consumers have often been told that alcohol in skincare will lead to dried out skin, but cetyl alcohol and cetearyl alcohol are actually fatty alcohols that can help soften, soothe, protect and prevent skin from drying out.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Now, a refresher on the must-know sunscreen basics<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) recommends using a body and facial sunscreen that has at least SPF 30 and provides <a href=\"https:\/\/www.murad.com\/products\/spf\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">broad-spectrum protection<\/a>. Here\u2019s a breakdown of what those key words mean:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>SPF = sun protection factor:<\/strong> The number of SPF in a sunscreen tells you how well it shields you from the sun\u2019s rays, as well as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.murad.com\/skin-care-library\/what-does-blue-light-do-to-your-skin\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">blue light<\/a>. According to the AAD, a sunscreen with SPF 30 should block up to 97% of the sun\u2019s harmful UV rays.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Broad-spectrum protection<\/strong>: Broad spectrum refers to sunscreen that protects against both UVA and UVB rays, two different kinds of radiation from the sun. Both can cause sunburns, premature aging and skin cancer, so it\u2019s important to find a sunscreen that covers it all.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These UVA and UVB rays affect your skin at a cellular level, causing damage that can lead to premature aging and, ultimately, even skin cancer.&nbsp;While you may not notice them at first, the effects of sun exposure can accumulate over time and cause changes in your skin\u2019s outward appearance, including:&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Changes in skin pigmentation, including <a href=\"https:\/\/www.murad.com\/solutions-for\/dark-spots-uneven-tones\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">dark spots<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li><li>Premature <a href=\"https:\/\/www.murad.com\/solutions-for\/lines-wrinkles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">fine lines and wrinkles<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li><li>Loss of skin tone and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.murad.com\/solutions-for\/lifting-firming\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">elasticity<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li><li>Skin that feels <a href=\"https:\/\/www.murad.com\/products\/exfoliators\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">rough and uneven<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Not to mention, research by the U.S. National Library of Medicine reveals that too much sun exposure can weaken your skin barrier and deplete the natural oils in your skin, thus leading to even drier skin. So if your skin can\u2019t seem to get enough hydration, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.murad.com\/product\/correct-protect-serum-spf-45\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sunscreen with moisturizing properties<\/a> is a must for skin health.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you have dry skin, finding the best sunscreen to suit your skin type can be the key to wearing sunscreen daily or skipping it all together. Being mindful of what your face sunscreen consists of will not only keep your skin hydrated but also protected against harmful UV rays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>References for this information:<\/em><\/strong><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.yalemedicine.org\/conditions\/sun-damage\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>Yale Medicine Website,<\/em> Fact Sheets<\/a>&nbsp;<br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3479513\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America,<\/em> 2012, volume 109, issue 42, pages 17111-17115<\/a>&nbsp;<br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aad.org\/public\/everyday-care\/sun-protection\/sunscreen-patients\/sunscreen-faqs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>American Academy of Dermatology Website, <\/em>Sunscreen FAQs<\/a>&nbsp;<br><a href=\"https:\/\/my.clevelandclinic.org\/health\/articles\/5240-sun-damage-protecting-yourself\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>Cleveland Clinic Website,<\/em> Healthy Library<\/a>&nbsp;<br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.skincancer.org\/blog\/broad-spectrum-protection-sunscreen\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>Skin Cancer Foundation Website,<\/em> Sun &amp; Skin News<\/a>&nbsp;<br><a href=\"https:\/\/jddonline.com\/articles\/the-effect-of-a-ceramide-containing-product-on-stratum-corneum-lipid-levels-in-dry-legs-S1545961620P0372X\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>Journal of Drugs in Dermatology,<\/em> 2020, volume 19, issue 4<\/a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4025519\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology,<\/em> 2014, volume 7, issue 5, pages 36-44<\/a><em>&nbsp;<\/em>&nbsp;<br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6549792\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology,<\/em> 2019, volume 12, pages 393-399<\/a>&nbsp;<br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5796020\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>International Journal of Molecular Sciences<\/em>, 2018, volume 19, issue 1<\/a>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>The views expressed in this article do not necessarily represent the views of Murad, and are for informational purposes only, even if the advice of physicians and medical practitioners are included. This article is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment, and should not be considered specific medical advice.\u202f<\/em>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If your face sunscreen leaves your skin feeling like an arid desert, it\u2019s understandable why you might skip the SPF during your skincare routine. But giving up on sunscreen completely isn\u2019t an option these days. In fact, leaving SPF out of your skincare rotation can weaken your skin barrier, which can then deplete the natural [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":21,"featured_media":3918,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[5],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-3856","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-skin"],"metadata":{"_edit_lock":["1664923575:21"],"_edit_last":["21"],"adobe_analytics_repeatable":["a:1:{i:0;a:2:{s:4:\"name\";s:0:\"\";s:5:\"value\";s:0:\"\";}}"],"show_featured_image":["1"],"_show_featured_image":["field_609ee1cf1ce13"],"primary_category":["5"],"_primary_category":["field_608c33bdd26d5"],"mobile_image":[""],"_mobile_image":["field_60bf7692abe28"],"_post_views_count":["field_6107dfafd6a27"],"_yoast_wpseo_primary_category":["5"],"_yoast_wpseo_content_score":["30"],"_yoast_wpseo_estimated-reading-time-minutes":["4"],"_thumbnail_id":["3918"],"post_views_count":["8430"],"_yoast_wpseo_metadesc":["If you\u2019ve been skipping SPF because it causes your skin to dry out, there\u2019s a solution. 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