Let’s clear something up really quickly: SPF isn’t just for beach days. If you care about your skin’s health, whether that means preventing premature ageing, hyperpigmentation, or more serious concerns, daily sunscreen is a non-negotiable. Before we dive into which kind to use and why, let’s talk about what we’re protecting our skin from, and why a little smart sun exposure can still be part of a healthy routine.

Ok – I’m not about to write some spiel about how ‘a smoothie a day keeps the wrinkles away’– but… kinda. I, more than anyone, know how stressful inflamed and agitated skin can be. After the birth of my girls, I suffered with terrible adult acne and quickly my mental health began to suffer.