She did not say for use to reapply every 2 hours unless outside. Nobody expects that when we are inside and on a day to day basis! If we did, we would be buying spf every week! Just no feasible. I reapply on a normal day two times to three times a day.
Honestly, she's like one of the most relatable and realistic kinda youtuber in this area. I mean, imagine if you're a teen who's only compatible with pricey sunscreen?
And even if they are, the actual recommended amount that is required on the face for the amount of protection listed on the bottle, is WAY more than we see in this video. It's actually pretty wild how much is recommended.
I love how you manage to get data on how much sunscreen is left at the end of 2 hours with different scenarios. While the re-apply every two hours advice is well-meaning, most people recommend it without any thought or understanding. For an office worker who stays indoor most of the time in the shade and commits to not touching his/her face, a good layer in the morning is sufficient for the entire day. Recommending reapplication every two hours is well-meaning but it reeks of an alarmist and almost paranoid attitude if one does not factor in the context and the possibility of exceptions. Once again Michelle, thank you!!!
I always assumed the two hour suggestion was for people with continuous sun exposure. Not the person spending eight hours indoors, but the hiker/lifeguard/mom running errands/retiree who loves walks/outdoor concert-goer. But I mostly use athletics sunscreen, so maybe that's why that image is in my mind.
@@debayeuxchats5607 there's a growing group of skincare personalities online that advocate for strict reapplication of sunscreens every 2 hours regardless of what you do or where you live. many of them preach this with absolute, almost cult-like conviction. so yea, really very happy Michelle made this video
@@Zantetsukens That's weird! If I'm at my job, I get zero sun exposure. When I step outside, it's often nighttime. So why would they tell me I need sunscreen? *eye roll* And I'm an extremely pro-sunscreen person! But the UV rays aren't making their way through my building walls just to hunt down my DNA strands, haha.
I completely feel you! I’m indoors too but I work at a gas station! So I always reapply once because there’s always light coming in or if I do the trash I know I definitely and exposing myself to sunlight, but if you’re not exposed constantly under the sun, then reapplication wouldn’t be necessary I believe! 😃
@@debayeuxchats5607 they will tell you your office has a window and UVA can penetrate (as if they are X-rays) and that you NEED sunscreen nevertheless. But Michelle's previous video debunked that. That video together with this definitively proved that you don't need reapplication if you are largely indoors and commit to not touching your face.
Normalize using umbrellas during sunny days!! I carry a black umbrella with me at all times, and I just hide under there, tuck my arms in and hide my face from the sun. It's a lifesaver!
I always carry a foldable polka dot umbrella in my bag with me as well. Gets me a few weird looks but I'm not the one complaining about the sun, also I got a vampire's reputation to keep :V Standing in line for whatever, whip it out, get a few weird looks that quickly turn into "that was such a smart idea" comments from the people next to me. I even brought it to a marathon once (I wasn't running, just participating) and the group made the usual jokes, but soon enough one of the ladies hitched a ride under it with me because yeah, portable shade is wonderful in the heat. Someday I want to get a proper big black paper parasol to hide under because I'm dramatic like that, but until then my foldable umbrella will do :V I don't go out that much to justify the purchase atm, so it's not in the list of priorities.
@@jenniferdignan8507 Likely because they have always been a high-class, idle rich kind of accessory. A working woman would have to have her hands free and if she wanted protection from the sun a large hat would be more practical. And nowadays even hats are sometimes seen as weird, nevermind parasols, and with cars hats are now even less practical. The only time people take things in their hands and out of their bags is umbrellas in the rain, and even then where I'm from many people (mostly men for some strange reason) consider umbrellas to be for wimps, a sign of defeat in a way, and would rather brave the rain than "admit defeat", unless it's actually pouring out. Heck, I been made fun of for wearing sunglasses on a cloudy day, even if the jokester had to squint to be able to look at me 🙄 no visible sun doesn't mean no sunlight, light cloud coverage actually disperses light MORE than no clouds, and I literally have light sensitivity, so I'll keep my sunglasses on, tyvm
The cushion compact method seems like the best to me, especially since it means I don’t need to buy a second sunscreen product like a spray. I’ve been stressing about sunscreen reapplication for WEEKS and this video really helped ease my worries lol, thanks so much.
I’ve always assumed I’m the only dope not reapplying sunscreen because I don’t wanna mess up my makeup. Granted, I very seldom go outdoors, but a lot of that is because I couldn’t figure out how to reapply sunscreen. I never seriously considered applying it *over* my makeup, but I’m glad I know I can do it in the event I ever go outside and plan to stay there for awhile, so thanks a million, Michelle! 💋
This is part of why I stopped wearing makeup. Less hassle for me reapplying SPF in the day. I just slap it on every 2 hours and don't have to worry about anything hehe
I use the Nivea water sun gel spf 35 with my beauty blender and it reapplies awesomely and gives my makeup almost a dewy refreshed look kinda like a setting spray.
My sunscreen is super high protection and very water resistant, and I’m not very active during the day, so although most days I reapply it at least once, if I forget or can’t be bothered, I’m not too worried about it. If I were at the beach or hiking in the snow or something then I’d absolutely reapply more often.
I wish I could just not wear makeup at all but I have really bad discolouration under my eyes that I can't do anything about (it's hereditary) and I literally cannot NOT wear under-eye concealer because people look at me like I'm nuts if I don't and constantly ask me if I didn't get any sleep. You can literally see one big green vein under each eye, it's not the little tiny veins around your eyes it's the one vein that surrounds the whole undereye area and on me it's extremely visible even though I don't have SUPER pale skin or anything. My skin is probably 2 shades darker than Michelle's. There are a million videos out there about concealing "dark circles" but I've never seen one that works for me and specifically addresses my problem. And it's not about "not being confident enough" lmao, it's about rude people who say stupid things and judge other people who they barely know based on nothing! It's funny that the onus is on women to somehow totally ignore the fact that they're constantly scrutinized based on their appearance as opposed to the onus being on everybody to stop scrutinizing women for what they look like. There's an enormous pressure on women to constantly look "presentable" and to be honest, desirable enough, every waking moment of our lives and somehow we're supposed to act like that pressure doesn't exist and if we DO feel bad about it that somehow reflects badly on us and means we're not "strong" or smart enough??? It doesn't reflect badly on these societal expectations that are impossible to escape? So not only are we constantly being held up to an impossible standard (to look young and pretty all the time for as long as we live) and constantly being compared to each other, but if we let this bother than us that means that we're weak or vapid and simply "not confident enough"? It's mind-boggling. I constantly see people, both men and women, act like women who have "insecurities" are somehow immature or pathetic? Call me crazy but it kinda just seems like a perfectly rational human response to the world. It's like asking somebody to constantly carry around a huge weight but expecting them not to feel it.
😂 here are some that haven't broken me out: Paulas Choice Youth Extending spf 50 fluid, Elta MD UV clear, Elf Invisible Spf, Isnt tree Onion Newpair spf 40, Neutrogena Hydro Boost water gel Spf 30-50 3oz tube (I use this on neck and chest mostly). ELTA md Uv Elements doesn't break me out either but it's harder to spread.
Moving to Australia (from Asia), I found using an umbrella on a sunny day isn't a thing and haven't been doing that much for fear of being laughed at :(
irmain collisat Take it from a 50+ year old ( who thankfully avoided the sun in younger days)- pave the way! You will be the one laughing at my age! And not worried about major skin issues, trust me! 🤸🏻♂️🌹👍🏻. ( my teen laughs at my silly sun hat , ppfffttt!)
I have the Neutrogena sunscreen mist SPF 55 that you showed but it's quite "oily" and I didn't really enjoy using it for reapplication. I've found that reapplying with a watery sunscreen (eg. Nivea watergel SPF 50) with clean hands liberally on top of the makeup (while being careful I'm only spreading it and not pushing it in) seems to work. Technique: I blot my makeup first with a tissue paper (oily skin girl here) and that mattifies my face enough that adding the watery gel on top doesn't interact with the makeup. Then I let it dry.
I do the same thing! I just use my Nivea water gel and spread it over my makeup evenly and carefully and let my skin soak it in. I don’t rub it too much
A big thank you for this...it has been a major concern for me though i don't do makeup everyday. I am really impressed by the content you provide on your channel. 👍👍👍👍😊
reapplying with a tinted sunscreen (elta MD do a good one) with a makeup cushion or sponge stops you from majorly disrupting the coverage of your makeup. topping it off with a spray-on spf (la roche posay's kids spray sunscreen is fragrance free and works well) can help cover any areas you may have missed, e.g. your eye lids.
I’ve used the cushion compact applicator method for years, and a tip to carry the cushion applicator with you (I don’t like plastic bags, they get messy) is to pop out the refillable part of the cushion foundation from the compact, empty it (remove the actual cushion), and use it to store the applicator. You can get empty cushion foundation cases online or thoroughly wash and sanitise one you’ve used up. I usually wash the case and the sponge every day in the evening and it’s dry and ready to use the next day.
Silicone beauty blender works great for me instead of the cushion...I just put sunscreen on my silicone beauty blender and roll and pat pat pat. Plus big hats and sun glasses. I’m 48 today and people think I’m in my 30’s
Try a good mineral sunscreen. I find they are less " greasy feeling" and some can be kinda matte. Also. If it's hot out, I power over spf with a translucent power, spray my milani setting product
frezyderm velvet sunscreen is silicon based so it feels like a primer and mattifies your skin! Unfortunately it doesn't work too well for me because my skin's more on the dry side and also quite sensitive so i can't wear it around my eyes at all, but if it's the only thing that I'm happy to reapply with during the summer then it's definitely better than nothing:)
Great tips My hack is to apply good sunscreen then wait 8 mins or so to apply my bb cream, but I only apply like 1 or 2 drops which makes reapplication easier If I wear blush I wipe it off with a makeup wipe and reapply as blush is easy to touch up + mascara and a lip tint Of course it makes it harder when you’ve got a full face on...
The struggle of outdoor weddings !! Also, I recommend the Supergoop Unsceen Sunscreen, which has a matte and velvety texture that makes it good for applying over makeup!
I really really tried to love the Goop sunscreens, but it broke me out horribly and I don’t even have sensitive skin. I only like their oil spf for body. But their face SPF just don’t work for me. :(
I loved the cushion applicator/sponge tip! Especially that I use Klairs Soft Airy UV Essence anyways. But re-applying with my fingers would be messy. To put it on the back of my hand would be more convenient and hygienic - then just to rub backs of hands against each other afterward - and voilà, you get and additional sun protection for your hands.
I'm single-handedly bringing wide-brim hats back into fashion! Plus, I wear a "sun jacket" made of UPF 50 material. It's actually a beach coverup with a hood, and I use the hood to shade my face (especially my cheeks) when I'm in strong sun, like while driving home in the afternoon. It seems to work better than my mineral sunscreen!
Oh we are so undone with our clever ideas. I live in Hat and sunscreen. I didn’t apply sunscreen on my ears cuz I had long hair. Well, it took 7 hrs to remove the cancer on my ear. (Each layer removed, then 2 hrs wait for result each time to see if all cells removed. I went though it 3 times, 3 layers). It was an all day deal and still a tender ear 6 months later. Now I’ve added SPF clothes. Had another event on my nose. Cancer is a serious business. Just trying to help out here.
THANK YOU! I'm turning 25 next year and have always been overwhelmed by the world of sunscreen, but this broke it down nicely for me. Will purchase a lightweight spf 50 and reapply as needed before exposure.
I've been so excited for this specific video!!! not that I didn't adore the Welsh boys getting into it, the "on top of make up" aspect of it was very important for me to understand. thanks for giving a demonstration and offering multiple good options as well as debunking the bad ones!
Okay I'm at the end now. Thank you, I will definitely be doing this. Next question: Why do some sunscreens irritate the eye area and how do we combat this?
Some chemical sunscreen filters can burn and sting around the eyes. Oxybenzone is the worst offender but others can sting as well. Your best bet would be a mineral sunscreen but i understand those can leave a white cast. There are some that don't though! I think bioessance makes one that is completely clear on dark skin.
I've tried both chemical and mineral and most leave my eyelids puffy in the morning whether they burn and sting or not. I'm going to try a stick next. This is a struggle!
beautifully concise information that’s easy to digest & extremely relevant. wish more skincare content creators went this route instead of talking about by hyaluronic acid or aha/bha’s in 8 different ways. 😴 thank you for the video!! ^^
I logged in only to say congratulations for your fact /scientific research approach and thank you!!! I never believed there are actually ethical/honest/objective/informative videos! I am speechless 😶!! I have never ever commented on TH-cam. That video worths it! Bravo 👏 Bravo 👏 Bravo 👏
I'm only 40 seconds in and I'm already subscribed...who would have thought that I would find a skincare and makeup nerd on YT. Thank you ♥️. Twitter has been helping me find mad people this week 🤣.
I also love to reapply sunscreen with cushion and now I'm considering spray sunscreens. My friends look at me like I'm insane when I reapply it 😂 we don't have as much sun here and skin cancer is not the biggest concern in our country But still I want to take good care after my skin
Another suggestion I read in a comment once is to reapply sunscreen using a damp beauty blender with the sunscreen on the back of the hand like you did with the cushion. It works well when I reapply at the end of the day to cycle home after work. 😃
ISDIN's Water Fusion sunscreen is the best to apply over makeup (or on a makeup free face too). I'd apply it over my face before stepping outside the office building and after 10 minutes i'd reapply a little bit of concealer and a bit of blush. Thankfully i rarely needed to reapply my makeup. It didn't disturb it too much and it's clear, so i just patted it over my face with my hands and that was it. I adore it.
I've heard so much good stuff about Isdin! Wish I could hop across to Europe to visit my friends and pick some up, but... *waves hands at general situation*
Dear Mishelle, could you do a video about yellow stains from sunscreens on clothes. Which compounds leave them, how to get rid of them. I live in Europe.I used to buy Asian products with chemical as well as with mineral filters and had no problems. But because of the pandemic I switched to European products and my white t-shirts are stained. I don't know, whether this depends on certain chemicals, which were not just used in the products I bought before, or because Asian companies do not use filters which leave stains.
Ohh Michelle i wonder who would have calmed my confused mind on sunscreens if you were not there. I really love the details you provide and go extra for us. ❤️ 🤗
So very thorough! I love the way you explain things, and the effort you put into research and teaching us. Really appreciate it plus it’s fascinating most of the time for me because I’m so interested. Thank you for the demonstration also. It’s encouraging to re-apply now for some reason now that I’ve watched you do it 😁 I love your videos 💫💖
Always with the best advice! Thank you 💜 Having been to about 487 music festivals where it's sunny, hot and sweaty AND I want to not look like a dishrag or carry a lot of stuff... Self tanning my face + dyeing my eyebrows and lashes the night before is the way to go for me. I just use a bit of powder foundation after each sunscreen instead of trying to deal with regular foundation. I love the Marc Jacobs blendable gel eye pencils and Covergirl lashblast waterproof for hot day makeup which do NOT move on me 💃🏻☀🎡👌🏻
I put on a couple layers.of different sunscreens in the morning to make up for my lack of application. I know this isn't the most effective, but it's the best I can do!
That's great! I'm a big fan of multiple layers - the first layer is never perfect so you improve your chances of covering everything by a lot (plus you get more sunscreen on your face)
Thank you for answering my forever question! For me the concern is acne...how do we reapply sunscreen, over makeup or over our sweaty exercising in the sun faces without clogging pores? Such a tough one...
I've just been putting sunscreen over my makeup in normal amounts! It does feel kind of thick at the end of the day but I always wash everything off immediately when I get home. Probably not the best application. I love the cushion idea!
OMG thank you so much. I've been watching everything about this reapplication topic and yours, as always, is the best! The explanation is bang on and tips are brilliant! I have to wear a mask each time i deal with a patient and like to have a walk at lunchtime. Reapplication has been a problem but your last solution is perfect for me. Thank you again for all your hard work 💞💞
16:34 maybe that's got something to do with why layering my combo tinted sunscreen on top of a chemical sunscreen burned like hell 🥴 Also, this is the best video I've found on this topic! I have a newfound respect for those who wear makeup and deal with this, especially those who feel pressured to use makeup all the time. I gotta say, even armed with all this knowledge, I'm still pretty intimidated 😣 I'm new to makeup, and this video also brought into question how much do we need to reapply sunscreen, realistically. I'm currently only wearing tinted moisturizer with sunscreen in it as my makeup. Not only for the makeup effect, but also for the iron oxides that help fight hyper-pigmentation. It's part of my skincare routine now. Soon I'm also going to try using Dermablend foundation drops mixed with sunscreen, but in my experience so far tint rubs off on everything like my clothes and my masks so I was told to try putting setting powder over it to prevent that. Haven't tried yet, but I do realize that could mess with the SPF if I'm too rough. I see this is all quite situational though. I think I'll need to try that cushion applicator trick, even if it is with a tinted sunscreen! Thanks so much! 😀
Brilliant sponge technique! I have some retinol burn and rubbing anything on my face hurts. I have sensitive skin and don't wear any makeup. I was watching this video as I was going to go out and buy powder sunscreen specifically while my skin heals, but now I just need a puff and can still use my go to liquid sunscreen! Thank you!!!
Do you have any sunscreen reapplication hacks I missed? Also what other sunscreen questions do you have? I'm in sunscreen video mode! 😊 Also if you were at the premiere, did you enjoy it? Should we do it again sometime?
I love this premier. Question: if i apply mineral SPF in the morning, is it ok to reapply chemical at lunch via aerosol? Will they work against each other? I've bought it so need to use it! 🤷🏽 Thanks 😘
a sunscreen question: Please tell us more about newest uv filters. Maybe something new was invented or old formulations was improved. Any nerdy stuff 😁
how to layer chemical/physical sunscreens? How to reapply without causing acne (overwashing is dangerous)! Also, I know its ideal to apply moisturizer on a damp face but how can I do this without affecting my sunscreen routine? i’ve skipped moisturizer but I feel quite dry!
And what about reapplying sunscreen every 2 hours, in "some time sun exposure" days, BUT using half of the right amount just to "repair" the even layer? Does it make sense?
If I reapply this is what I do and my reasoning is the same. Given you still have decent protection from the good morning application (even if it’s down to 35 spf from 50), reapplying half will hopefully fill in the areas that it was wiped away. 35 is still a decent protection level, so putting some 50 over it should bring it back up to a 40 or 45 I’m thinking. Yes you’re using less but you already have more than half of the sunscreen on from morning application. I don’t know, makes sense to me too.
do you know if it's a joke or real? I took it seriously and googled it but couldn't find anything. Her tone is so scientific-like so I forget we are on youtube
Nah, I carry a special parasol designed to block UV rays. I wear a pair of giant sunglasses, a hat, a cloth mask (nothing to do with corona), fingerless sleeves that cover the back of my palms and they are all designed to block UV rays. I know I sound crazy but I live in the tropics where UV index always falls on the extreme side.
A trick I use a lot is blotting my face with tissue (either normal Kleenex or the cute anti-shine ones) to get excess oil/sweat off and make me feel fresh and clean. Love the sponge trick, my sunscreen is the mineral Bioderma one and it's super liquidy, everytime I reapply I get both hands covered in it, then I have to struggle to wash it off because that formula is super water resistant. Also I'm MAD this Bioderma SPF 30 spray doesn't sell here in Brazil, my mother would love it for when she's coming home for lunch 😭
I have oily, acne phone skin. Even without make up my skin would look terrible if I reapply spf every 2 hours in the amount recommended. I can't imagine how disgusting it will look if I put something on top of foundation and powder. It would get VERY very cakey. So if I am on vacation in the summer and I know I will be outside the whole day, I put thick layer of water-resistant spf and fix it with a powder. If I am most of the day inside and just a couple of hours out, i put spf as a primer and just my make-up on top
You really explained it well. Thank you so much, i find it hassle reapplying every 2 hours because of being busy inside the office. some of the products says "reapply every 2 hours" in which you can just do it if you are on extreme / more sun exposure.
I apply sunscreen carefully over makeup face when reapplying and it's usually fine, doesn't really take off my makeup, but the cushion is brilliant! Can't wait to try it,,thanks
Omggg thank you so much I always wanted to know the science behind all of these in order to know what was the best thing for me to do and with all your videos I can take care of my skin and be confident I’m doing it well because I know the science behind it, you’re awesome ❤️
THANK YOU SO MUCH!!! I’ve literally been trying to figure this out for years. I mostly don’t wear makeup ‘cause sunscreen is more important. I live in a high altitude desert, so the sun is truly oppressive here 😭
I honestly only reapply if I’m out in the sun, and even then I sometimes forget! I’m concerned about my skin but coming from a country with 300 days of sun a year, where grandmothers and even some friends still slather themselves in olive oil before heading outside, it all feels very extra to fuss about suncream when I’m not even at the beach
Thank you for talking about this! I hadn’t found any good ideas on how to apply over makeup until this video. Another question, how do you apply sunscreen when it is so warm that you are already sweating (and you don’t have AC).
Sunscreen in the form of cushion is actually available in the market now. I’m not sure when this has come into play but I just found out recently and it’s such a game changer (:
Thank you for confirming that, being as oily as I already am and living in high humidity, I will never be willing to apply even close to enough sunscreen to be effective and therefore I need to continue relying on other methods. About 10 years ago, after burning for the last 🤬 time, I decided I'd had enough of trying to rely on sunscreens. Instead, I avoid direct sunlight like it's rabies and rely on physical barriers. Sun protective fabrics like umbrella, chair umbrella, hat, long layers like my birkini, and now, a Coolibar Vermilion face/neck mask when all other methods to avoid direct sunlight have been exhausted. I still apply powder sunscreen in 8 quadrants counting to 30 seconds each, but I don't rely on it -- AT ALL. And as of this past Wednesday, we have 3m prestige 50% "clear" tinting on all our windows to deal with the greenhouse heat in our new house, but I read that it protects against uva+uvb as an added bonus. Next will probably be some sort of tinting for our cars. That needs to wait though, because tinting the whole house was NOT CHEAP! 😉 Any other ideas would be greatly appreciated!
haha you're such a sunscreen nerd ! I love it ! But personaly I just skip foundation and reapply my sunscreen lotion over my only concelead face the same way I do it in the morning. I always look like a sticky mess but I don't really care I'd rather be protected than look cute. I enjoy wearing make up when i'm going out at nights tho !!!! such an amazing feeling
I My secret is the Colorscience spf 50 color stick. I wear mascara, blush, eyebrows, lipstick when I am going out (and mineral sunscreen) I apply my mineral sunscreen all over, then use the color stick for blush and also lip color when I touch-up. It’s pretty quick for me.
Don’t the minerals in makeup foundation (not only “mineral” foundations) provide a significant amount of sun-blocking opacity as well? Great information on this topic that has perplexed me for years!
I used to think applying sunscreen over makeup would suffice for protection - but I've since heard chemical sunscreen needs to interact with bare skin in order to work, so not sure how that would work over makeup? Great video, btw. I wish more studies were done on efficacy of sunscreen over skincare vs bare skin. So much conflicting information.
Chemical sunscreens don't need to interact with skin to work - I talk about it in these two videos th-cam.com/video/XULpx1jaREo/w-d-xo.html th-cam.com/video/iK0FSmrR-gA/w-d-xo.html
Lab Muffin Beauty Science tysm. I used to always apply my chemical sunscreen as my last step in skincare but saw the Dr Dray video posted a month or so ago about how it needed to be absorbed by bare skin first, which made me rethink everything. I’m gonna stick with your theory, as it’s just easier for me! :) New sub
Lab Muffin Beauty Science also there’s this new product by Simple (not sure you can get it in Australia or US), called Simple Protect n Glow Radiance Booster SPF30. It’s like an oil but I think, if skin doesn’t need to absorb the SPF directly, it would work quite nicely over makeup for touch ups. Especially for those with dryer skin/ who prefer a dewy finish. It’s transparent and relatively lightweight, you pat it on skin and it kinda just sits there, giving a glow.
Forever walking in the shade! 🙏🏼
I knew I'd find you here! 😃
I always picked you as a fellow shady person! 😊
Hahahaha same 🤣
Same or find me with a nice big floppy hat on
@@LabMuffinBeautyScience 😂 😂
I love that you’re realistic about sunscreen use! The truth is most people aren’t reapplying every 2 hours. Especially if they’re indoors and busy.
She did not say for use to reapply every 2 hours unless outside. Nobody expects that when we are inside and on a day to day basis! If we did, we would be buying spf every week! Just no feasible. I reapply on a normal day two times to three times a day.
Honestly, she's like one of the most relatable and realistic kinda youtuber in this area. I mean, imagine if you're a teen who's only compatible with pricey sunscreen?
@ThatOne true 😂🥲😭
And even if they are, the actual recommended amount that is required on the face for the amount of protection listed on the bottle, is WAY more than we see in this video. It's actually pretty wild how much is recommended.
It depends on UV index.
If in your country the MAX value of UV index =3
then you can use SPF once a day.
I love how you manage to get data on how much sunscreen is left at the end of 2 hours with different scenarios. While the re-apply every two hours advice is well-meaning, most people recommend it without any thought or understanding.
For an office worker who stays indoor most of the time in the shade and commits to not touching his/her face, a good layer in the morning is sufficient for the entire day. Recommending reapplication every two hours is well-meaning but it reeks of an alarmist and almost paranoid attitude if one does not factor in the context and the possibility of exceptions.
Once again Michelle, thank you!!!
I always assumed the two hour suggestion was for people with continuous sun exposure. Not the person spending eight hours indoors, but the hiker/lifeguard/mom running errands/retiree who loves walks/outdoor concert-goer. But I mostly use athletics sunscreen, so maybe that's why that image is in my mind.
@@debayeuxchats5607 there's a growing group of skincare personalities online that advocate for strict reapplication of sunscreens every 2 hours regardless of what you do or where you live. many of them preach this with absolute, almost cult-like conviction.
so yea, really very happy Michelle made this video
@@Zantetsukens That's weird! If I'm at my job, I get zero sun exposure. When I step outside, it's often nighttime. So why would they tell me I need sunscreen? *eye roll* And I'm an extremely pro-sunscreen person! But the UV rays aren't making their way through my building walls just to hunt down my DNA strands, haha.
I completely feel you! I’m indoors too but I work at a gas station! So I always reapply once because there’s always light coming in or if I do the trash I know I definitely and exposing myself to sunlight, but if you’re not exposed constantly under the sun, then reapplication wouldn’t be necessary I believe! 😃
@@debayeuxchats5607 they will tell you your office has a window and UVA can penetrate (as if they are X-rays) and that you NEED sunscreen nevertheless. But Michelle's previous video debunked that.
That video together with this definitively proved that you don't need reapplication if you are largely indoors and commit to not touching your face.
Normalize using umbrellas during sunny days!! I carry a black umbrella with me at all times, and I just hide under there, tuck my arms in and hide my face from the sun. It's a lifesaver!
I always carry a foldable polka dot umbrella in my bag with me as well. Gets me a few weird looks but I'm not the one complaining about the sun, also I got a vampire's reputation to keep :V Standing in line for whatever, whip it out, get a few weird looks that quickly turn into "that was such a smart idea" comments from the people next to me. I even brought it to a marathon once (I wasn't running, just participating) and the group made the usual jokes, but soon enough one of the ladies hitched a ride under it with me because yeah, portable shade is wonderful in the heat. Someday I want to get a proper big black paper parasol to hide under because I'm dramatic like that, but until then my foldable umbrella will do :V I don't go out that much to justify the purchase atm, so it's not in the list of priorities.
Yes, why did we stop using parasols?
@@jenniferdignan8507 Likely because they have always been a high-class, idle rich kind of accessory. A working woman would have to have her hands free and if she wanted protection from the sun a large hat would be more practical. And nowadays even hats are sometimes seen as weird, nevermind parasols, and with cars hats are now even less practical. The only time people take things in their hands and out of their bags is umbrellas in the rain, and even then where I'm from many people (mostly men for some strange reason) consider umbrellas to be for wimps, a sign of defeat in a way, and would rather brave the rain than "admit defeat", unless it's actually pouring out. Heck, I been made fun of for wearing sunglasses on a cloudy day, even if the jokester had to squint to be able to look at me 🙄 no visible sun doesn't mean no sunlight, light cloud coverage actually disperses light MORE than no clouds, and I literally have light sensitivity, so I'll keep my sunglasses on, tyvm
@@biblicallyaccuratecockroach I use a parasol on my walks and I get a lot of compliments and a lot of weird looks as well
in the Philippines MOST people use umbrellas everyday
The cushion compact method seems like the best to me, especially since it means I don’t need to buy a second sunscreen product like a spray. I’ve been stressing about sunscreen reapplication for WEEKS and this video really helped ease my worries lol, thanks so much.
Glad I'm not the only one stressing about reapplication. Going on vacation with a group. How to reapply in that scenario???
but can this affect the eficacy of sunscreen?
I’ve always assumed I’m the only dope not reapplying sunscreen because I don’t wanna mess up my makeup. Granted, I very seldom go outdoors, but a lot of that is because I couldn’t figure out how to reapply sunscreen. I never seriously considered applying it *over* my makeup, but I’m glad I know I can do it in the event I ever go outside and plan to stay there for awhile, so thanks a million, Michelle! 💋
This is part of why I stopped wearing makeup. Less hassle for me reapplying SPF in the day. I just slap it on every 2 hours and don't have to worry about anything hehe
i wish i could do that too but my skin is too ugly to not be wearing makeup
Same. haha
No one is too ugly to not wear any makeup. I don't know you, but I know you're beautiful.
margo day thank u that‘s sweet and i agree but i‘m just way too insecure. i admire women who are confident enough to not depend on makeup
I don't wear any make-up and I don't look that amazing :0
I use the Nivea water sun gel spf 35 with my beauty blender and it reapplies awesomely and gives my makeup almost a dewy refreshed look kinda like a setting spray.
My sunscreen is super high protection and very water resistant, and I’m not very active during the day, so although most days I reapply it at least once, if I forget or can’t be bothered, I’m not too worried about it. If I were at the beach or hiking in the snow or something then I’d absolutely reapply more often.
what's the sunscreen?
@@mauwiee When I wrote this comment I was using Ultrasun Extreme
@@debrucey thanks!
@@debrucey Are you using a different sunscreen now? Which one? Why the change? Thanks!
I wish I could just not wear makeup at all but I have really bad discolouration under my eyes that I can't do anything about (it's hereditary) and I literally cannot NOT wear under-eye concealer because people look at me like I'm nuts if I don't and constantly ask me if I didn't get any sleep. You can literally see one big green vein under each eye, it's not the little tiny veins around your eyes it's the one vein that surrounds the whole undereye area and on me it's extremely visible even though I don't have SUPER pale skin or anything. My skin is probably 2 shades darker than Michelle's. There are a million videos out there about concealing "dark circles" but I've never seen one that works for me and specifically addresses my problem. And it's not about "not being confident enough" lmao, it's about rude people who say stupid things and judge other people who they barely know based on nothing!
It's funny that the onus is on women to somehow totally ignore the fact that they're constantly scrutinized based on their appearance as opposed to the onus being on everybody to stop scrutinizing women for what they look like. There's an enormous pressure on women to constantly look "presentable" and to be honest, desirable enough, every waking moment of our lives and somehow we're supposed to act like that pressure doesn't exist and if we DO feel bad about it that somehow reflects badly on us and means we're not "strong" or smart enough??? It doesn't reflect badly on these societal expectations that are impossible to escape? So not only are we constantly being held up to an impossible standard (to look young and pretty all the time for as long as we live) and constantly being compared to each other, but if we let this bother than us that means that we're weak or vapid and simply "not confident enough"? It's mind-boggling. I constantly see people, both men and women, act like women who have "insecurities" are somehow immature or pathetic? Call me crazy but it kinda just seems like a perfectly rational human response to the world. It's like asking somebody to constantly carry around a huge weight but expecting them not to feel it.
I recently switched from a mineral spf 30 to a chemical spf 50. I notice my skin discoloration evening out.I love your puff reapplication technique.
If i put on sunscreen every 2 hrs i wouldn't have a face. I would be 1 giant zit
Then you're not using the correct sunscreen for your skin
Lmao this comment ---
LOLLL this genuinely made me laugh out loud 😂
Try corean brands- very lightweight and not greasy.
😂 here are some that haven't broken me out: Paulas Choice Youth Extending spf 50 fluid, Elta MD UV clear, Elf Invisible Spf, Isnt tree Onion Newpair spf 40, Neutrogena Hydro Boost water gel Spf 30-50 3oz tube (I use this on neck and chest mostly). ELTA md Uv Elements doesn't break me out either but it's harder to spread.
Moving to Australia (from Asia), I found using an umbrella on a sunny day isn't a thing and haven't been doing that much for fear of being laughed at :(
México is the same, but guess what never feel bad for taking care of yourself, maybe you'll make it trendy😉
looool i wear a fucking ski mask and my coworkers are HORRIFIED of me 😂we'll see who's laughing in 20 years 💞
Haha when summer comes I won't thiNk too much about it. Maybe it'll be a thing
irmain collisat Take it from a 50+ year old ( who thankfully avoided the sun in younger days)- pave the way! You will be the one laughing at my age! And not worried about major skin issues, trust me! 🤸🏻♂️🌹👍🏻. ( my teen laughs at my silly sun hat , ppfffttt!)
Don't worry, people know that it's common in Asia and shouldn't think it is strange in the least ☂️
I have the Neutrogena sunscreen mist SPF 55 that you showed but it's quite "oily" and I didn't really enjoy using it for reapplication.
I've found that reapplying with a watery sunscreen (eg. Nivea watergel SPF 50) with clean hands liberally on top of the makeup (while being careful I'm only spreading it and not pushing it in) seems to work.
Technique: I blot my makeup first with a tissue paper (oily skin girl here) and that mattifies my face enough that adding the watery gel on top doesn't interact with the makeup. Then I let it dry.
I do the same thing! I just use my Nivea water gel and spread it over my makeup evenly and carefully and let my skin soak it in. I don’t rub it too much
thisss and i use powder sunscreen after aplying normal sunscreen
(because i want matt skin on someplaces lmao)
@@angiec8784 i think you just put in your checks and forehead right? Because if you have eyeshadows i think cannot work.
@@lalahana111 right. All over my face except the eyeshadow area
I admire the amount of research you did to come up with this video. I think it will be relevant even years from now. Thanks very much!
A big thank you for this...it has been a major concern for me though i don't do makeup everyday. I am really impressed by the content you provide on your channel. 👍👍👍👍😊
Thank you! It takes a really long time and sometimes I do think I'm being a bit extra, but it's very satisfying to make 😊
@@LabMuffinBeautyScience it's perfect the way it is 👍
@@LabMuffinBeautyScience We massively appreciate you and your extra-ness!
reapplying with a tinted sunscreen (elta MD do a good one) with a makeup cushion or sponge stops you from majorly disrupting the coverage of your makeup. topping it off with a spray-on spf (la roche posay's kids spray sunscreen is fragrance free and works well) can help cover any areas you may have missed, e.g. your eye lids.
Does it sting the eyes?
Dont breath it in!
I’ve used the cushion compact applicator method for years, and a tip to carry the cushion applicator with you (I don’t like plastic bags, they get messy) is to pop out the refillable part of the cushion foundation from the compact, empty it (remove the actual cushion), and use it to store the applicator. You can get empty cushion foundation cases online or thoroughly wash and sanitise one you’ve used up. I usually wash the case and the sponge every day in the evening and it’s dry and ready to use the next day.
Silicone beauty blender works great for me instead of the cushion...I just put sunscreen on my silicone beauty blender and roll and pat pat pat. Plus big hats and sun glasses. I’m 48 today and people think I’m in my 30’s
Are they easy to clean ?
@@NovaNomes I think so
That’s a great idea. How often do you reapply?
Throughout the day. I use my hands too. After hand sanitizers, of course. ☺️
Ohh another great idea! No absorption too!
I have this problem in the summer especially. I get all sweaty and find it hard to reapply sunscreen
Try a good mineral sunscreen. I find they are less " greasy feeling" and some can be kinda matte. Also. If it's hot out, I power over spf with a translucent power, spray my milani setting product
frezyderm velvet sunscreen is silicon based so it feels like a primer and mattifies your skin! Unfortunately it doesn't work too well for me because my skin's more on the dry side and also quite sensitive so i can't wear it around my eyes at all, but if it's the only thing that I'm happy to reapply with during the summer then it's definitely better than nothing:)
Pro tip if you are in AUS! Mecca to save face SPF 50 layers over It cosmetics cc cream SPF 50 beautifully! It refreshes my makeup if anything!
Great tips
My hack is to apply good sunscreen then wait 8 mins or so to apply my bb cream, but I only apply like 1 or 2 drops which makes reapplication easier
If I wear blush I wipe it off with a makeup wipe and reapply as blush is easy to touch up + mascara and a lip tint
Of course it makes it harder when you’ve got a full face on...
You look so pretty with your hair back (when you were using the compact puff)!
The struggle of outdoor weddings !! Also, I recommend the Supergoop Unsceen Sunscreen, which has a matte and velvety texture that makes it good for applying over makeup!
I really really tried to love the Goop sunscreens, but it broke me out horribly and I don’t even have sensitive skin. I only like their oil spf for body. But their face SPF just don’t work for me. :(
@@marino_selenedo u wash it off with a cleansing balm or oil along with a cleanser at night?
I loved the cushion applicator/sponge tip! Especially that I use Klairs Soft Airy UV Essence anyways. But re-applying with my fingers would be messy. To put it on the back of my hand would be more convenient and hygienic - then just to rub backs of hands against each other afterward - and voilà, you get and additional sun protection for your hands.
I'm single-handedly bringing wide-brim hats back into fashion! Plus, I wear a "sun jacket" made of UPF 50 material. It's actually a beach coverup with a hood, and I use the hood to shade my face (especially my cheeks) when I'm in strong sun, like while driving home in the afternoon. It seems to work better than my mineral sunscreen!
I have a sun jacket too! Mine’s a packable jacket for runners, so it even fits in a purse.
Oh we are so undone with our clever ideas. I live in Hat and sunscreen. I didn’t apply sunscreen on my ears cuz I had long hair. Well, it took 7 hrs to remove the cancer on my ear. (Each layer removed, then 2 hrs wait for result each time to see if all cells removed. I went though it 3 times, 3 layers). It was an all day deal and still a tender ear 6 months later. Now I’ve added SPF clothes. Had another event on my nose. Cancer is a serious business. Just trying to help out here.
The colorescience powder is literally SO GOOD. It’s my go-to over a lightweight liquid sunscreen when I’m gonna be at the beach or in the sun all day.
THANK YOU!
I'm turning 25 next year and have always been overwhelmed by the world of sunscreen, but this broke it down nicely for me.
Will purchase a lightweight spf 50 and reapply as needed before exposure.
Me: always prefer sitting near window, likes bright open rooms
My skin💀 : 👁️👄👁️.
I've been so excited for this specific video!!! not that I didn't adore the Welsh boys getting into it, the "on top of make up" aspect of it was very important for me to understand. thanks for giving a demonstration and offering multiple good options as well as debunking the bad ones!
Your videos are honestly so so nice to watch and so high quality its actually insane, have a nice day michelle❤️
Thank you so much! I've been trying really hard with the quality, I've hired my friend to help with editing 😊
TY! As I have oily skin, I had thought the powder was best for me but now know differently. Family history of melanoma makes me a sunscreen devotee.
Okay I'm at the end now. Thank you, I will definitely be doing this. Next question: Why do some sunscreens irritate the eye area and how do we combat this?
Some chemical sunscreen filters can burn and sting around the eyes. Oxybenzone is the worst offender but others can sting as well. Your best bet would be a mineral sunscreen but i understand those can leave a white cast. There are some that don't though! I think bioessance makes one that is completely clear on dark skin.
@@kittehtoes thank you. I will look into that one.
I've tried both chemical and mineral and most leave my eyelids puffy in the morning whether they burn and sting or not. I'm going to try a stick next. This is a struggle!
I use stick.
I like the solution to reapply sunscreen using sponge! I think it would work well with tinted sunscreen!
beautifully concise information that’s easy to digest & extremely relevant. wish more skincare content creators went this route instead of talking about by hyaluronic acid or aha/bha’s in 8 different ways. 😴
thank you for the video!! ^^
Thank you!
We are blessed to live in a time of information. Its incredibly interesting! Thanks for this video beauty muffin. Much appreciated!!
I logged in only to say congratulations for your fact /scientific research approach and thank you!!! I never believed there are actually ethical/honest/objective/informative videos! I am speechless 😶!! I have never ever commented on TH-cam. That video worths it! Bravo 👏 Bravo 👏 Bravo 👏
Thank you! 🥰
You always read my mind. As soon as I'm questioning something something, you come in with a video! 😅
Haha send me your ideas! 😊
That tip on walking away from the aerosol sunscreen is all too true.
I'm only 40 seconds in and I'm already subscribed...who would have thought that I would find a skincare and makeup nerd on YT. Thank you ♥️. Twitter has been helping me find mad people this week 🤣.
Respect. Best video on reapplying sunscreen on TH-cam by far. There are some really good ones in Korean but def best English suncreen video.
Supergoop has SPF eyeshadows! :D
Ahhhh amazing!
I really appreciate that you put subtitles on all your videos. ❤️ Also your channel is one of the only ones I ALWAYS watch when there’s a new video!
I think this is the best method of reapplication I've seen so far! Thank you!
I also love to reapply sunscreen with cushion and now I'm considering spray sunscreens. My friends look at me like I'm insane when I reapply it 😂 we don't have as much sun here and skin cancer is not the biggest concern in our country
But still I want to take good care after my skin
Another suggestion I read in a comment once is to reapply sunscreen using a damp beauty blender with the sunscreen on the back of the hand like you did with the cushion. It works well when I reapply at the end of the day to cycle home after work. 😃
ISDIN's Water Fusion sunscreen is the best to apply over makeup (or on a makeup free face too). I'd apply it over my face before stepping outside the office building and after 10 minutes i'd reapply a little bit of concealer and a bit of blush. Thankfully i rarely needed to reapply my makeup. It didn't disturb it too much and it's clear, so i just patted it over my face with my hands and that was it. I adore it.
I've heard so much good stuff about Isdin! Wish I could hop across to Europe to visit my friends and pick some up, but... *waves hands at general situation*
As someone who wears makeup most days, I've been waiting for this video!
You are a Legend!! I love that you really think through the practicalities of life.
Thanks Michelle !!
Dear Mishelle, could you do a video about yellow stains from sunscreens on clothes. Which compounds leave them, how to get rid of them. I live in Europe.I used to buy Asian products with chemical as well as with mineral filters and had no problems. But because of the pandemic I switched to European products and my white t-shirts are stained. I don't know, whether this depends on certain chemicals, which were not just used in the products I bought before, or because Asian companies do not use filters which leave stains.
Ohh Michelle i wonder who would have calmed my confused mind on sunscreens if you were not there. I really love the details you provide and go extra for us. ❤️ 🤗
So very thorough! I love the way you explain things, and the effort you put into research and teaching us. Really appreciate it plus it’s fascinating most of the time for me because I’m so interested. Thank you for the demonstration also. It’s encouraging to re-apply now for some reason now that I’ve watched you do it 😁 I love your videos 💫💖
Now that we are wearing masks problem solved haha!
It’s true 🤣 between my mask and sunglasses most of my face is covered
Watch mask tans become a thing after quarantine
Don't forget about your forehead, wrinkles come crazy fast up there.
@@ItsaMeSandy A hat will take care of that :D
I'm keeping this mask trend even after covid
This was so helpful!. Particularly where you show spf re application over full makeup. I will be trying this, for sure! Yay science!
Literally no joke: the hack is to wear a ski mask + huge sunglasses. 100% guaranteed protection and you get a laugh at people's reactions 😂
ikr hh, actually this is so common in hiking community of east asia, aunties love those UV hat with ski mask
Not all sunglasses stop UV.
@@wwaxwork buy those with high rating then hh, PS, new products coming out, mouth mask with UV filter, 2 in 1 yeah
Space suit
😂 😂 😂
Always with the best advice! Thank you 💜 Having been to about 487 music festivals where it's sunny, hot and sweaty AND I want to not look like a dishrag or carry a lot of stuff... Self tanning my face + dyeing my eyebrows and lashes the night before is the way to go for me. I just use a bit of powder foundation after each sunscreen instead of trying to deal with regular foundation. I love the Marc Jacobs blendable gel eye pencils and Covergirl lashblast waterproof for hot day makeup which do NOT move on me 💃🏻☀🎡👌🏻
I put on a couple layers.of different sunscreens in the morning to make up for my lack of application. I know this isn't the most effective, but it's the best I can do!
That's great! I'm a big fan of multiple layers - the first layer is never perfect so you improve your chances of covering everything by a lot (plus you get more sunscreen on your face)
I do that too & then use a mineral powder during the day after blotting away sweat & oil- works wonders. Seek the shade & wear a hat!
Thank you for answering my forever question! For me the concern is acne...how do we reapply sunscreen, over makeup or over our sweaty exercising in the sun faces without clogging pores? Such a tough one...
i think that as long as you properly double cleanse at the end of the day you should be okay!
I've just been putting sunscreen over my makeup in normal amounts! It does feel kind of thick at the end of the day but I always wash everything off immediately when I get home. Probably not the best application. I love the cushion idea!
OMG thank you so much. I've been watching everything about this reapplication topic and yours, as always, is the best! The explanation is bang on and tips are brilliant! I have to wear a mask each time i deal with a patient and like to have a walk at lunchtime. Reapplication has been a problem but your last solution is perfect for me. Thank you again for all your hard work 💞💞
I love how the information you share is backed up with so much research 😊
Did you say “nerdification” bell or did I mishear that? 😃
No, that's her 'catchphrase'! 🥰
I've never clocked this before and now I love Michelle even more.
I heard that too 🤓
So glad you mentioned how many premade sunscreen cushions have a whitecast. It's true! The diy alternative is great.
16:34 maybe that's got something to do with why layering my combo tinted sunscreen on top of a chemical sunscreen burned like hell 🥴
Also, this is the best video I've found on this topic! I have a newfound respect for those who wear makeup and deal with this, especially those who feel pressured to use makeup all the time. I gotta say, even armed with all this knowledge, I'm still pretty intimidated 😣 I'm new to makeup, and this video also brought into question how much do we need to reapply sunscreen, realistically.
I'm currently only wearing tinted moisturizer with sunscreen in it as my makeup. Not only for the makeup effect, but also for the iron oxides that help fight hyper-pigmentation. It's part of my skincare routine now. Soon I'm also going to try using Dermablend foundation drops mixed with sunscreen, but in my experience so far tint rubs off on everything like my clothes and my masks so I was told to try putting setting powder over it to prevent that. Haven't tried yet, but I do realize that could mess with the SPF if I'm too rough. I see this is all quite situational though. I think I'll need to try that cushion applicator trick, even if it is with a tinted sunscreen! Thanks so much! 😀
Brilliant sponge technique! I have some retinol burn and rubbing anything on my face hurts. I have sensitive skin and don't wear any makeup. I was watching this video as I was going to go out and buy powder sunscreen specifically while my skin heals, but now I just need a puff and can still use my go to liquid sunscreen! Thank you!!!
Do you have any sunscreen reapplication hacks I missed? Also what other sunscreen questions do you have? I'm in sunscreen video mode! 😊
Also if you were at the premiere, did you enjoy it? Should we do it again sometime?
Sunscreen video mode is my favourite ☺️
I love this premier. Question: if i apply mineral SPF in the morning, is it ok to reapply chemical at lunch via aerosol? Will they work against each other? I've bought it so need to use it! 🤷🏽 Thanks 😘
a sunscreen question: Please tell us more about newest uv filters. Maybe something new was invented or old formulations was improved. Any nerdy stuff 😁
With sprays and mists, I am always hesitant in anything that doesn't get rubbed in. The cushion idea is everything. Would a cotton pad work??
how to layer chemical/physical sunscreens? How to reapply without causing acne (overwashing is dangerous)! Also, I know its ideal to apply moisturizer on a damp face but how can I do this without affecting my sunscreen routine? i’ve skipped moisturizer but I feel quite dry!
And what about reapplying sunscreen every 2 hours, in "some time sun exposure" days, BUT using half of the right amount just to "repair" the even layer? Does it make sense?
Orlando Jardim i hope it does, because it would be a bit easier
If I reapply this is what I do and my reasoning is the same. Given you still have decent protection from the good morning application (even if it’s down to 35 spf from 50), reapplying half will hopefully fill in the areas that it was wiped away. 35 is still a decent protection level, so putting some 50 over it should bring it back up to a 40 or 45 I’m thinking. Yes you’re using less but you already have more than half of the sunscreen on from morning application. I don’t know, makes sense to me too.
"In our new standard unit for time, that is six happy birthdays"
do you know if it's a joke or real? I took it seriously and googled it but couldn't find anything. Her tone is so scientific-like so I forget we are on youtube
@@puppyeyes9291 It's because during the pandemic we were told to sing/hum the happy birthday song twice while we wash our hands (20 seconds)
@@Catwomen4512 ooohhh I'm from a different country so I didn't know that haha thanks for explaining!
Walk on the shady side y'all
Lol
Nah, I carry a special parasol designed to block UV rays. I wear a pair of giant sunglasses, a hat, a cloth mask (nothing to do with corona), fingerless sleeves that cover the back of my palms and they are all designed to block UV rays. I know I sound crazy but I live in the tropics where UV index always falls on the extreme side.
Stephanie oh my
A trick I use a lot is blotting my face with tissue (either normal Kleenex or the cute anti-shine ones) to get excess oil/sweat off and make me feel fresh and clean.
Love the sponge trick, my sunscreen is the mineral Bioderma one and it's super liquidy, everytime I reapply I get both hands covered in it, then I have to struggle to wash it off because that formula is super water resistant.
Also I'm MAD this Bioderma SPF 30 spray doesn't sell here in Brazil, my mother would love it for when she's coming home for lunch 😭
i really love how you answer things. i want to know WHY a thing should or should not be done, love your channel :)
I have oily, acne phone skin. Even without make up my skin would look terrible if I reapply spf every 2 hours in the amount recommended. I can't imagine how disgusting it will look if I put something on top of foundation and powder. It would get VERY very cakey. So if I am on vacation in the summer and I know I will be outside the whole day, I put thick layer of water-resistant spf and fix it with a powder. If I am most of the day inside and just a couple of hours out, i put spf as a primer and just my make-up on top
Same😰😰😰
You really explained it well. Thank you so much, i find it hassle reapplying every 2 hours because of being busy inside the office. some of the products says "reapply every 2 hours" in which you can just do it if you are on extreme / more sun exposure.
Thank you for such a detailed explanation and demonstration! I really like the cushion method to get a good even application 🧴☀️
I apply sunscreen carefully over makeup face when reapplying and it's usually fine, doesn't really take off my makeup, but the cushion is brilliant! Can't wait to try it,,thanks
Omggg thank you so much I always wanted to know the science behind all of these in order to know what was the best thing for me to do and with all your videos I can take care of my skin and be confident I’m doing it well because I know the science behind it, you’re awesome ❤️
THANK YOU SO MUCH!!! I’ve literally been trying to figure this out for years. I mostly don’t wear makeup ‘cause sunscreen is more important. I live in a high altitude desert, so the sun is truly oppressive here 😭
Heliocare has a compact cushion thingy, and they have three colors, I’m lucky the second color suits me perfectly hahah I highly recommend it!
I have that too plus their tint sunblock, I wonder if that has enough sunblock? I wish they had a better scent too.
I honestly only reapply if I’m out in the sun, and even then I sometimes forget! I’m concerned about my skin but coming from a country with 300 days of sun a year, where grandmothers and even some friends still slather themselves in olive oil before heading outside, it all feels very extra to fuss about suncream when I’m not even at the beach
This was a fantastic video! I wish I had it when I was an anxious mess in my early 20s.
I'm glad you enjoyed it! 😊
An Australian based scientist beauty guru?? I subscribed, liked and hit notification bell so fast I nearly snapped my finger 😅 thank you thank you 💜
Thank you for talking about this! I hadn’t found any good ideas on how to apply over makeup until this video. Another question, how do you apply sunscreen when it is so warm that you are already sweating (and you don’t have AC).
The bangs really suit you, but the bangs swept to the side is a LOOK 😍😍
This is awesome. I live in Florida, and I preach sunscreen. Super helpful! I think I own like 40 different products with SPF. 😕
I bought a sunstick for this because i heard they work well but the puff applicator is so smart! I'm definitely going to try it
With all the gyms closed I'd been walking 6 miles almost every day...Soooo I am so here for this !!!!
Sunscreen in the form of cushion is actually available in the market now. I’m not sure when this has come into play but I just found out recently and it’s such a game changer (:
Amazing!! At last some real knowledge and tips to effectively protect your skin :)
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you for confirming that, being as oily as I already am and living in high humidity, I will never be willing to apply even close to enough sunscreen to be effective and therefore I need to continue relying on other methods.
About 10 years ago, after burning for the last 🤬 time, I decided I'd had enough of trying to rely on sunscreens. Instead, I avoid direct sunlight like it's rabies and rely on physical barriers.
Sun protective fabrics like umbrella, chair umbrella, hat, long layers like my birkini, and now, a Coolibar Vermilion face/neck mask when all other methods to avoid direct sunlight have been exhausted.
I still apply powder sunscreen in 8 quadrants counting to 30 seconds each, but I don't rely on it -- AT ALL.
And as of this past Wednesday, we have 3m prestige 50% "clear" tinting on all our windows to deal with the greenhouse heat in our new house, but I read that it protects against uva+uvb as an added bonus.
Next will probably be some sort of tinting for our cars. That needs to wait though, because tinting the whole house was NOT CHEAP! 😉
Any other ideas would be greatly appreciated!
Hi Michelle, could you do a video on Micro-needling. Thanks!
Yesssssss
Can it really damage the skin in a long run?
Thank you Michelle for one of the few reasonable videos on this topic ever made.
haha you're such a sunscreen nerd ! I love it ! But personaly I just skip foundation and reapply my sunscreen lotion over my only concelead face the same way I do it in the morning. I always look like a sticky mess but I don't really care I'd rather be protected than look cute. I enjoy wearing make up when i'm going out at nights tho !!!! such an amazing feeling
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My secret is the Colorscience spf 50 color stick. I wear mascara, blush, eyebrows, lipstick when I am going out (and mineral sunscreen) I apply my mineral sunscreen all over, then use the color stick for blush and also lip color when I touch-up. It’s pretty quick for me.
I live super far north and every summer we get 24 hour sun. You can imagine how badly I needed this video 😂
I LOVE you beauty nerdiness. Absolutely brilliant 👍🏻💕💕💕
I really enjoy watching your videos, they are so informative
Yay I'm so glad you like them!
Don’t the minerals in makeup foundation (not only “mineral” foundations) provide a significant amount of sun-blocking opacity as well? Great information on this topic that has perplexed me for years!
Thanks for all your effort Michelle 🤗. Your content is really really helpful and trustworthy. ☺️
I used to think applying sunscreen over makeup would suffice for protection - but I've since heard chemical sunscreen needs to interact with bare skin in order to work, so not sure how that would work over makeup? Great video, btw. I wish more studies were done on efficacy of sunscreen over skincare vs bare skin. So much conflicting information.
Chemical sunscreens don't need to interact with skin to work - I talk about it in these two videos th-cam.com/video/XULpx1jaREo/w-d-xo.html th-cam.com/video/iK0FSmrR-gA/w-d-xo.html
Lab Muffin Beauty Science tysm. I used to always apply my chemical sunscreen as my last step in skincare but saw the Dr Dray video posted a month or so ago about how it needed to be absorbed by bare skin first, which made me rethink everything. I’m gonna stick with your theory, as it’s just easier for me! :) New sub
Lab Muffin Beauty Science also there’s this new product by Simple (not sure you can get it in Australia or US), called Simple Protect n Glow Radiance Booster SPF30. It’s like an oil but I think, if skin doesn’t need to absorb the SPF directly, it would work quite nicely over makeup for touch ups. Especially for those with dryer skin/ who prefer a dewy finish. It’s transparent and relatively lightweight, you pat it on skin and it kinda just sits there, giving a glow.
Now that we need to wear face masks, someone should make one with UV protection so you can save time and only need to reapply half the face 😆
Coolibar does
It already existis or you cand make one with a a UV fabric :)
Yes Coolibar has one, Solbari does too!