As winter approaches, you might think it’s time to put down your sunscreen and swap it for a pair of gloves. If you can’t see the sun, there’s no need to protect your skin against its rays, right? Wrong. SPF is a must regardless of the weather. In fact, snow can actually reflect up to 90% of the sun’s rays, meaning you could get a double dosage of UV rays! So, it’s time to get serious about sunscreen with Heliocare.
Why Is SPF Important?
1. Prevents Skin Cancer
The main, most important reason for wearing Heliocare SPF is to protect your skin against skin cancer. The Skin Care Foundation claims that using a minimum SPF of 15 every day will reduce your chances of developing squamous cell carcinoma by 40%, and melanoma, the deadliest skin cancer, by 50%.
2. Avoids Hyperpigmentation and Uneven Skin Tone
Hyperpigmentation and uneven skin tone are often caused when clusters of melanin gather beneath the skin’s surface. As a defensive response to UV rays, the skin cells produce more melanin, meaning they’re more likely to clog together. Applying Heliocare SPF daily will help to prevent this from happening by blocking UV rays.
3. Fights Off Premature Ageing
Ah, fine lines and wrinkles. The very reason we’ve started to wear sun hats as big as our beach blankets. Sun safety combined with Heliocare SPF will help to fight signs of premature ageing as exposure to the sun breaks down collagen and elastin in the skin, making it easier for fine lines and wrinkles to form. *Lathers self in Heliocare SPF*
Should You Wear Sunscreen Every Day?
According to the Skin Cancer Foundation, 80% of the sun’s rays can still get past clouds, so if you think you can skip Heliocare sunscreen on the days that you can’t see the sun, think again. Some of the sun’s UV rays can even penetrate through glass, so you don’t even have to be outside to need protection.
Many of us only buy our sunscreen yearly at duty-free shops at the airport before jetting off to a tropical destination, when sunscreen should be part of your daily skincare routine – sun or no sun, inside or outdoors.
What Is Heliocare?
Heliocare is a leading range of sun protection products created by Cantabria Labs. The brand goes above and beyond the basic needs of sunscreen and includes hydrating, anti-ageing, and antioxidant ingredients to enhance your skincare routine, whilst still providing the highest possible protection against sun exposure. Heliocare develops hybrid sunscreen formulas which have forever changed the way we use SPF – Heliocare reviews say it all!
Is Heliocare Non-Comedogenic?
Applying a thick, greasy sunscreen and risking blocked pores is the last thing you want to do if you have oily skin. Those with oily skin, or pimple prone skin types, will benefit from using Heliocare sunscreens the most as they’re non-comedogenic, which means they’re specially formulated to keep your pores clear.
Does Heliocare Have Side Effects?
Every Heliocare sunscreen features Fernblock®, a natural ingredient derived from the polypodium leucotomos fern exclusively available at Heliocare. This key ingredient in every formula has no known side effects and can be used whilst pregnant and breastfeeding.
The unique fern has developed an impressive protective response to the sun that we could only wish to have, until Heliocare sunscreen answered our prayers that is. Fernblock® takes the best of its plant power to protect skin cells against UV rays, including UVB, UVA, Visible, and IR.
Is Heliocare Cruelty-Free?
Cantabria Labs, the manufacturers of Heliocare, develop the latest innovative sunscreens without testing on animals. However, any Cantabria Lab products sold in China must undergo a cosmetic product registration process required by the Chinese authorities who carry out safety tests on animals.
Is Heliocare a Mineral Sunscreen?
Almost every Heliocare sunscreen (except Heliocare 360° Mineral Tolerance Fluid) uses a combination of mineral and non-mineral filters for broad-spectrum protection in a range of different formulas suitable for all skin types, so you can find your sunscreen soulmate.
Our Favourite Heliocare Sunscreens for Winter Sun
This Heliocare sunscreen is ideal for those who want to wear SPF, but don’t want to feel like they’re wearing SPF – so, basically everyone. Heliocare 360° Water Gel is an ultra-lightweight formula that doesn’t compromise on protection with SPF 50. It creates an invisible barrier on the skin to hold onto moisture during colder months and defend against pollution without leaving any colour behind, making Heliocare 360° Water Gel suitable for all skin tones.
2. Heliocare 360° Gel Oil-Free
Heliocare 360° Gel Oil-Free with SPF 50 helps to prep your skin with a smooth, matte finish ready for your skincare and makeup products to glide onto. This Heliocare sunscreen features the premium formula of Fernblock®, ferulic acid, and vitamins C and E to beautify and protect the skin against UV rays and blue light caused by screens – perfect for winter as we cosy up in front of the TV.
Heliocare 360° Fluid Cream is a 2-in-1 sunscreen and facial cream for those with dry or more mature skin that gets easily parched during cooler temperatures. It contains an advanced hydration system to keep the skin soft and supple with a dewy finish. Plus, Heliocare 360°
Fluid Cream has a subtle, natural colour to help even out skin tone.
Where to Buy Heliocare in the UK
Now that you’ve read up on Heliocare reviews, we bet you’re dying to know where you can purchase Heliocare sunscreen. If you’re in the UK, you can shop your heart out on Young LDN’s website or in store if you’d like to receive top-notch recommendations from our expert tribe.
