Shifting from a seasonal staple to an everyday essential, today many SPFs go beyond their call of duty. How? By adopting innovation from all your major beauty categories – think skin care, hair care and make up. Providing personalised protection, this new generation of sun care not only streamlines your routine but helps relieve your common concerns too.
So, without further ado let’s get up close and personal with the hybrid sunscreens that make shielding from the sun a breeze…
BUT FIRST, WHAT ARE HYBRID SUNSCREENS
While typically hybrid sunscreens refer to formulas that use both physical and chemical filters to help block UV rays, today the term has shifted to also include multifunctional blends. From scalp and microbiome-nurturing formulas to breakout-preventing products, this new era of hybrid sun care offers specialist solutions that have a plethora of benefits.
WHERE HAS THE DEMAND IN HYBRID SUNSCREENS COME FROM
With Google searches showing a 150% uplift in interest, the demand for hybrid sunscreens is increasing – and shows no signs of slowing down. But that’s not all, according to WGSN’s reports the global sun care market is set to grow by another 5% between 2023 and 2030. Driven by skintellectual consumers (who are eager to take prolong skin health), these multifunctional marvels not only simplify regimes, but personalise them by adhering to each consumer’s specific needs too.
SPF SKIN CARE
Before we dive into the best SPF skin care, it’s important to understand what it actually means. SPF stands for Sun Protection Factor, which measures how well your formula shields skin from the sun’s harmful UV rays. Always present even on grey and cloudy days, these rays are one of the main causes of premature skin ageing, pigmentation, fine lines and dull skin. So, it goes without saying, protecting your complexion with a SPF skin care (such as a moisturiser) keeps your visage looking healthy and hydrated, plus – most importantly – guarded. To find out more about the benefits of SPF, head over to our sunscreen guide.