At Visage Facial Plastic Surgery, we take sun protection seriously. While the most important purpose of sunscreen is to reduce the risk of skin cancer, it can also keep you looking younger. Sun exposure is one of the main causes of visible signs of premature aging including wrinkles, skin laxity, and hyperpigmentation. Most over-the-counter sunscreens are labeled as "broad spectrum" (meaning they protect against UVA and UVB rays), but very few commercial sunscreen products also offer protection against HEV light, infrared rays and pollution. That's why we partner with ZO Skin Health to offer our patients most comprehensive SPF products available. These medical grade sunscreens offer Triple-Spectrum Protection to shield skin from the many different types of exposure that can negatively impact your skin - not just the sun. Here is our list of the top SPF products we recommend to our patients. 

Best For Post-Procedure & Sensitive Skin: Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 50

Post-procedure skin can be very sensitive and needs to be shielded from pollution and sunlight. We always suggest using fragrance-free, hypoallergenic cleansers, moisturizers, and sunblock. This soothing mineral SPF offers non-irritating lightweight protection, which is why we like to recommend it to patients after their procedures. 

Benefits:

• Daily multi-defense protection from UVA, UVB and HEV light
• ZOX12® complex provides antioxidant protection against free radical damage and the harmful effects of infrared (IR-A) rays
• Ultra-mild formula suitable for even the most sensitive skin types
• Soothes skin to help minimize irritation

Best For Active Lifestyles: Daily Sheer Broad Spectrum SPF 50

Sunscreen is only effective if it stays on. That's why a water and perspiration resistant formula is a must for active individuals. The Daily Sheer Broad Spectrum SPF 50 offers a non-greasy, sheer matte finish and maintains its SPF for up to 80 minutes in water.

Benefits:

• Protects against UVA, UVB Provides additional protection against high energy visible (HEV) light and infrared (IR-A) rays
• Non-greasy formula with a sheer finish
• Water and perspiration resistant (80 minutes of exposure)

Best For Creating An Even Skin Tone: Smart Tone Broad Spectrum SPF 50

Being active can make it difficult to wear makeup in the summer. This sunscreen combines the water-resistant benefits of the Daily Sheer SPF with a hydrating tinted moisturizer to even out any skin tone. The formula is made with customizable colour beads with broad-spectrum UVA/UVB protection to match any skin tone and reduce redness. This sunscreen is enriched with skin conditioners to encourage skin to maintain a youthful, soft and smooth appearance.

Benefits:

• Broad spectrum UVA/UVB protection
• Provides additional protection against high-energy visible (HEV) light
• Delivers adaptable skin tone color correction + immediate brightening
• Exclusive 12-hour time-release antioxidant complex guards against appearance of photodamage

Best For Wearing Under Makeup: Sunscreen + Primer SPF 30

Want SPF that you can wear under your makeup? This silky smooth sunscreen + primer duo reduces the appearance of skin imperfections while protecting you against UVA, UVB and HEV light. Use it alone or wear it under makeup for an even longer-lasting application.

Benefits:

• Primes the skin to provide a soft, silky finish before makeup application
• Provides daily multi-defense protection from UVA, UVB and high-energy visible (HEV) light
• Can be used alone or worn under makeup for a more even, long-lasting application
• Helps to smooth the skin and diminish the appearance of fine lines
• Exclusive 12-hour time-release antioxidant complex guards against photodamage

Best Makeup/Sunscreen Duo: Sunscreen + Powder Broad Spectrum SPF 30

Why layer your sunscreen and makeup when you can apply it in a single step? This SPF 30 sunscreen + powder duo comes with a built-in brush for easy application and buildable coverage with light reflecting minerals that will give your skin a luminous glow.   

Benefits:

• Available in three universal shades: light, medium + deep
• Maintains hydration and absorbs surface oil to minimize shine
• Provides buildable coverage with color-enhancing pigments + light reflecting minerals for a luminous glow
• Leaves skin feeling smooth while diminishing the appearance of fine lines
• Can be applied over makeup and re-applied throughout the day

No matter what ZO Skin Health product you choose, rest assured that you will be getting the broadest protection available. Ask about it at your next appointment at Visage Facial Plastic Surgery.