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April 18, 2018

The Right Way to Wear Sunscreen with Makeup

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Neutrogena Zinc Sunscreen

The number one skincare rule? ALWAYS wear sunscreen. We all know it. However, so many of us rely on just the SPF in our foundations and moisturizers to protect our skin. But listen up ladies, a tinted moisturizer or foundation with SPF 20 ain’t gonna cut it! The solution? Wearing sunscreen as a base under your makeup. Keep on reading to learn the right way to wear sunscreen with your makeup!

Neutrogena zinc sunscreen

 

WEARING SUNSCREEN 101

Step 1: Choose the Right Sunscreen

There are a few key things to look for when picking a sunscreen. First, always look for a sunscreen with both UVA (aging) and UVB (burning) protection (and with at least 40+ SPF). I always recommend a mineral sunscreen for your face because they are less likely to irritate your skin or cause an allergic reaction. Always go for a sunscreen with at least 20% Zinc Oxide, a mineral that sits on top of the skin and forms a physical barrier against the sun’s harmful rays!

My pick for an affordable option with Zinc and UVA/UVB protection? The Neutrogena Sheer Zinc Dry-Touch Sunscreen. It made this year’s Allure Best of Beauty list, so you know its a good one! Even though mineral sunscreens have a reputation for feeling heavy and leaving a chalky appearance, I found that this one is surprisingly lightweight and dries matte. Plus, it’s available on Amazon for like $7 bucks, so there’s no excuse for not wearing sunscreen!

Neutrogena Zinc Sunscreen

Step 2: Cleanse

Just like any other skincare product, it’s always best to start with clean skin for best results.

Step 3: Moisturize

Moisturize as you normally would after cleansing your skin in the morning.

Step 4: Apply Sunscreen

Apply a generous layer (about a teaspoon) of  the Neutrogena Sheer Zinc Sunscreen to your face and neck (ps. don’t forget the eye area). Massage this layer into the skin until it is fully absorbed.

Step 5: Apply Makeup

Always try and wait a few minutes before applying your foundation to allow your skin to absorb the sunscreen. Applying makeup right away could cause your makeup to slide around or crease, and we don’t want that! Once you feel the sunscreen has absorbed, continue with your foundation and concealer. When using sunscreen as a base for everyday makeup, I always recommend setting your face with a translucent powder which will help keep your makeup in place and get rid of any extra shine from your sunscreen. Bonus points for makeup with added SPF!

 

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70 Comments

  • ReplyLa Bijoux Bella | by miaApril 18, 2018 at 11:29 am

    Beautiful sunscreen tips … and your makeup is always absolutely ON POINT & beyond beautiful as always! ♥️??♥️

    ??LA BIJOUX BELLA ??| By Mia | A Creative Lifestyle Blog

  • ReplyDomniki SarriApril 18, 2018 at 1:25 pm

    Thanks for sharing sweetie!!

    • ReplySimplySonaApril 19, 2018 at 1:21 pm

      Aww of course babe, I always love seeing your comments on here. Love ya! Xx

  • ReplyayeshehApril 18, 2018 at 2:11 pm

    Great post definitely a good thing especially since it’s starting to get warmer out!!! There’s a setting spray that also has SPF in it from Sephora I’m blanking on the name but I’ll use it periodically through the day and it freshens my face and keeps it safe :) ?☀️?

  • ReplybinaApril 18, 2018 at 2:13 pm

    Great tips Sona ?!!

  • ReplyCatrinaApril 18, 2018 at 2:14 pm

    I just tried the neutrogena break out free spf 55 sunscreen. I was looking at the sheer zinc one but didn’t really like the way it smelled lol

    • ReplyAksaApril 19, 2018 at 10:38 am

      Would you know if either were oily skin friendly?

      • ReplySimplySonaApril 19, 2018 at 1:20 pm

        Hi babe, the SheerZinc Dry Touch Sunscreen is oil free and has a non-greasy finish perfect for oily skin types!

  • ReplyElanaApril 18, 2018 at 2:20 pm

    I always struggle with the order moisturizer then Suncreen – good reminder

  • ReplySaralrb2602April 18, 2018 at 2:27 pm

    I use the Aqua Rich Watery Essence from Bioré. Really nice !!

  • ReplySmriti ShankarApril 18, 2018 at 2:28 pm

    I am so glad I am doing it right! I quickly skimmed through the steps and then gave myself an air Hi-5 :)

    • ReplySimplySonaApril 19, 2018 at 1:22 pm

      Yay, you got it down babe! Xx

  • ReplyNavycottoncandiApril 18, 2018 at 3:03 pm

    Thanks Sona. I know that sunscreen is the last step in skinscare; however I struggle with if you are using a primer, do you put this on after the sunscreen. I have been doing it this way so please correct me if I’m wrong. By the way I have been using the Drunk Elephant sunscreen it only has a 30 spf without any problems. I just bought the tinted version so will see how it perform.

  • ReplySehrishApril 18, 2018 at 3:09 pm

    Great info sona ..always liking ur posts not necessary to leave comment but always read it. Ur serums related post specially help me alot.. in that post u recomend clinque serum for acne prone skin and how i didnt trust on u so i bought and thanx sona i never go back .. love u

    • ReplySimplySonaApril 19, 2018 at 1:23 pm

      Aww that makes me so happy babe! I’m so glad you’re loving it, the Clinique one works so well!

  • ReplyMahfiApril 18, 2018 at 3:10 pm

    I have definitely been guilty of skipping the sunscreen, especially when there’s spf in my foundation. But I’m going to really try to be better about it from now on!!

    • ReplySimplySonaApril 19, 2018 at 1:24 pm

      You got this, I believe in you! Lol, love ya.

  • ReplyMagdalenaApril 18, 2018 at 3:16 pm

    I struggle with dark spots and noticed even more coming while I am getting older!!! I so regret not putting sunscreen when I was younger! All I cared was to be tan! I never leave the house now without any sunscreen protection!!! I remember U years ago mentioning Clarins and I have been using it since on!

  • ReplyDenaApril 18, 2018 at 3:16 pm

    Every morning under my makeup I apply Skinmedica anti-aging sunscreen, recommended by my esthetician. Then if I’m going to the pool or beach and need to reapply I use Elta MD sunscreen, recommended by my dermatologist. I have oily, acne prone skin so they suggest these products are best for me. But they are both $$$! Ugh.

  • ReplyBarbaraApril 18, 2018 at 3:18 pm

    I’m bad about not applying sunscreen on my face. I really need to pay more attention to that detail. Thanks for the great tips Sona!!

    • ReplySimplySonaApril 19, 2018 at 1:25 pm

      You can’t go wrong with applying this everyday before stepping out of the house! I know it’s been a life saver for me! Glad you enjoyed this post love.

  • ReplySky HerreraApril 18, 2018 at 3:27 pm

    Great tips thank you for all that you do. Thank you for being inspiring!

  • ReplyMayra VinuezaApril 18, 2018 at 4:12 pm

    I use one from bare minerals and I do like it. It has spf of 50

  • ReplyClarissaApril 18, 2018 at 4:30 pm

    Thanks for the great tips Sona! I’m ashamed to admit that I avoid sunscreen because it makes my face and skin super oily. I’m definitely going to give this a try and cross my fingers that it will do my skin justice.

    • ReplySimplySonaApril 19, 2018 at 1:27 pm

      This one is oil-free babe!

  • ReplyAstrid LeydenApril 18, 2018 at 5:00 pm

    If there’s one thing I could tell my younger self, it would be to wear sunscreen all the time. Even if you think it’s cloudy, wear it anyway. It’s one of my must-have beauty essentials. I do have very sensitive skin and looking for the right one is the most challenging thing in my beauty routine. But I’ve finally found the best one for me – Tatcha sunscreen. It only has 35 spf but it does not leave a white cast, does not break me out, and leaves my skin looking glowy, aaanndd, best under makeup! Great post Sona! I’ll try the neutrogena one since it’s affordable!

  • ReplyAleApril 18, 2018 at 5:59 pm

    But a teaspoon is a lot. Could you make a video showing it? Would be so helpful

  • ReplyCindy JimenezApril 18, 2018 at 6:05 pm

    Loving that you’re sponsored by Amazon now. You should create a shopping page on Amazon, makes it super easy for us to shop your Amazon faves ✌??

  • ReplyYasmin SamimiApril 18, 2018 at 6:45 pm

    Great Tips, Thanks for sharing xx

  • ReplyShereen DaoudApril 18, 2018 at 6:50 pm

    Thank you so much for all your tips related to makeup or skin care, you are an amazing and wonderful person.

    • ReplySimplySonaApril 19, 2018 at 1:30 pm

      Omg you’re SO sweet, so glad you are loving all these tips. Thanks for reading the post! Xx

  • ReplyJenniferApril 18, 2018 at 7:35 pm

    Great tips! I never thought you could wear sun screen under makeup, i’d skip the makeup so I appreciate this!

  • ReplyAngelaApril 18, 2018 at 7:41 pm

    It took me forever to read this article because I couldn’t stop staring at your eye makeup in the featured image! Sounds like a great SPF formula that I need to try out ASAP!

    Angela | Blush & Pearls

    • ReplySimplySonaApril 19, 2018 at 1:30 pm

      It’s a game changer! Your skin will be so happy. :)

  • ReplyMonicaApril 18, 2018 at 7:44 pm

    I always wear sunscreen like literally always underneath my makeup.. even if I’m going out in the evening I try to put on some kind of sunscreen to protect my skin because the uva and uvb rays are always harmful..

  • ReplyBonnieApril 18, 2018 at 8:58 pm

    I’m am huge on sunscreen and use a fantastic stick sunscreen by Beauty Counter. It makes applying so quick and easy and almost dries matte. You should check it out! I have one in my car, bag, kid’s bags, lol you name it. I vouch that it works so well with my makeup in the Texas heat!! We spent 5 hours at Six Flags in Tx humidity and my makeup no makeup look was still on point when I got in the car ??

  • ReplySafia QammarApril 18, 2018 at 9:32 pm

    Cool. I haven’t wore sunscreen yet, I rely on the foundations and my Maybellines BB cream as it contains 30spf. I’ll definitely buy it asap. I need this badly.
    Sona do a blog post for your drugstore favorite moisturizers.

  • ReplyWania ShafqatApril 18, 2018 at 10:26 pm

    Thankyou for this wonderful post. It’s really helpful!!
    Lots of love. XoXo
    Love,
    Wania.

  • ReplyShivangi MittalApril 18, 2018 at 11:05 pm

    Never leave the house without sunscreen too! Glad to know I was following the regime, the right way.

  • ReplySumbul AmirApril 18, 2018 at 11:36 pm

    Sounds amazing. I was looking for a low price sunscreen from so long. Here it is. Can’t wait to try this. Neutrogena products are so cool.

    • ReplySimplySonaApril 19, 2018 at 1:33 pm

      Yay! Seriously perfect timing, let me know how you like this babe! Your skin will be so happy!

  • ReplyJulie Van HoorebekeApril 18, 2018 at 11:57 pm

    Thank you for the tips Sona! ?
    Because I used to do this and it always slides off ?.
    I’m going to follow the steps and hopefully it will stay in place now ?!

  • ReplyDelia CruceruApril 19, 2018 at 12:31 am

    Love the advice you shared for applying sunscreen, especially about the right quantity, which is really important!! I don’t think people are aware that not only they should be wearing at least 30 SPF and the correct quantity for it.
    But there’s the struggle for finding a non-greasy formula for oilier or combined types of skin, but in Europe we have many options, from La Roche Posay, Bioderma, Avene etc.

  • ReplyDianaApril 19, 2018 at 12:51 am

    This post is right on time!☀️☀️☀️

  • ReplyXrysoulaApril 19, 2018 at 1:32 am

    Right on time!!!I was thinking what to buy..sunscreen or compact foundation with spf30 from Shiseido..now I know what to do though the Shiseido one looks good on the face, it covers ok..Lot of sun here in Greece!!!!!

  • ReplyHamida.elidrissiApril 19, 2018 at 4:24 am

    Great tips !! Thank you Sona ??
    This came right on time , i was looking for a good sunscreen products and the right way on how to use it ! Thank you again SONA you are the best ???
    Love from Morocco ??

    • ReplySimplySonaApril 19, 2018 at 1:34 pm

      I’m so glad this post helped pretty! Love ya. Xx

  • ReplyDianaApril 19, 2018 at 5:54 am

    Awesome! Thanks for sharing. Xoxo

  • ReplyLisaApril 19, 2018 at 6:31 am

    I was so distracted when I started reading this post,,,,because of your GORGEOUS makeup. Please share!

  • ReplyAidaApril 19, 2018 at 7:25 am

    Can you use the sunscreen as a primer or do still have to wear a primer?

  • ReplyAidaApril 19, 2018 at 7:26 am

    Can you do a tutorial using sunscreen in your makeup routine?

  • ReplyAlexandraApril 19, 2018 at 9:14 am

    Wonderful tips, thank you Sona I feel like you really care about us and our questions. Much love Alexandra

    • ReplySimplySonaApril 19, 2018 at 1:35 pm

      Of course I do babe, I love giving you guys some of my favorite tips and tricks. Love ya!

  • ReplyCristela GaitanApril 19, 2018 at 11:35 am

    Great Tips! I actually needed this information as I wasn’t quite sure how to use sun cream and them makeup.
    Thank you Sona! :)

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  • ReplyMaureen KedzieApril 20, 2018 at 6:42 am

    I love sunscreen! I wear it every day. I’m very fair so it’s a necessity. I used to use a physical sunscreen from skinceuticals but I’ve been using supergoop for years and I really love how sheer the texture is. I’m so happy for this post! I’m always trying to convince those around me that they should wear sunscreen. Thanks Sona!

  • ReplyIfrah ShamimApril 21, 2018 at 9:36 pm

    You and this blog has been go to proof to make my mom, sister, bff, and everyone ekse to wear sunscreen no matter what the weather and the change to their skin has been so rewarding ❤❤❤❤???

  • ReplyGaby MApril 24, 2018 at 1:07 pm

    Sunscreen is a most, even if I decide to not wear makeup and I will definitely apply sunscreen. I was always told that the best way to protect your face is by using sunscreen even if the sun is not out/on cloudy days.

  • ReplyAliceApril 24, 2018 at 2:17 pm

    Hi Sona! Yes, always sunscreen! I still also use a primer after the sunscreen before my foundation…is that too much, or OK??

  • ReplySabrinaMay 25, 2018 at 6:21 am

    Very very needed info. Actually one of my friend suggest me to apply sunscreen with foundation by mixing both at a time. But when I did this I got patched tone. Thanks for this. Very helpful

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    Hi,
    What eyeshadow did you use here? Looks amazing!
    Thank you !

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