Retail stores might not start stocking sunscreen until the end of spring, but in reality, you should be wearing it year round. Applying sunscreen with an SPF of at least 50 and cosmetic products with an SPF of 15 should be part of your daily skin care routine regardless of the season. Here are a few reasons why protecting your skin is just as important in the spring, fall, and winter as it is in the summer. 

3 Reasons to Wear Sunscreen Every Day

1. Prevent Skin Cancer 

Over time, excessive sun exposure can increase the risk of skin cancer. This is perhaps the single most important reason to wear sunscreen 12 months out of the year. Even on relatively cold or cloudy days, a significant percentage of the sun’s harmful UV rays will reach the surface of the earth. It’s recommended to wear a sunscreen on your face year round. Using a broad-spectrum sunscreen SPF 30 or higher such as Obagi, with a comprehensive sun protection program such as wearing hats, sunglasses, and avoiding sun between the hours of 10am-2pm may help reduce the risk of premature aging of the skin. 

2. Avoid Discoloration 

Everyone wants a flawless complexion, and incorporating sunscreen into your daily skin care routine can help you achieve one. UV rays are responsible for sunspots, which are essentially small patches of discolored skin. By wearing sunblock, you can prevent these spots from developing. For a range of skin types and needs, Obaji sunscreens provide daily protection from the sun to help prevent signs of skin again. 

3. Minimize Wrinkles

Having a sun-kissed glow can certainly make you feel beautiful, but long after the tan has faded, the fine lines and wrinkles will remain. Sun damage speeds up the skin’s natural aging process and can make you look far older than you are.

Wearing sunscreen will help prevent fine lines and wrinkles, but it cannot reverse the damage that has already occurred. If you want to combat some of the early signs of aging, head to Arya Medical Spa in Shiloh, IL. Directed by a nurse practitioner who has more than 15 years of clinical experience, this practice offers a vast array of products and services. From Obagi® skin care products to microdermabrasion, they do it all. To make an appointment, call (618) 624-7300, and then visit their website to learn more about your first appointment.