Whether you’re indoors, binge-watching Netflix or grinding through work, you know your skin still needs protection from the sun? Yep, even if you're not stepping outdoors, those sneaky UVA rays (the ones responsible for premature aging and pigmentation) can still reach you through windows and mess with your skin. That's precisely why O3+, a professional-recommended skincare brand, provides both sunscreens and moisturizers with SPF that cater to indoor lifestyles too. But which one should you use if you're going to be indoors most of the time – a sunscreen or a moisturizer with SPF? Let’s break it down!
Why You Need SPF Indoors, Too?
Natural light isn't your only enemy. The light from screens, LED bulbs, and even indoor heat can contribute to skin stress over time. But the biggest culprit indoors? UVA rays pass through glass and damage your skin. These rays cause signs of aging like fine lines, dullness, and uneven skin tone, things we all try to avoid.
So yes, your skin needs sun protection even when you are WFH, binge-watching your favorite show, or chillin' in your sunlight room.
Moisturizer with SPF: Lightweight & Low-Maintenance
When you're spending most of your time indoors with only occasional sunlight peeking through your windows, a moisturizer with SPF is your best bet for quick and fuss-free skin protection. It offers a two-in-one advantage; deep moisturizing plus sun protection - making it perfect for those low-key mornings or days when your skincare energy is at zero. Think of it as your lazy-day hero that still has your skin's back.
If you have sensitive or dry skin, these sun cream for oily skin and sun cream for dry skin are particularly perfect since they nourish while also protecting you from indoor UVA rays that can still penetrate through windows.
O3+ has some excellent choices here: the O3+ Radiant Day Cream SPF-30 provides your skin with a natural-looking, radiant glow while hydrating and protecting against minor sun damage, and the O3+ White Day Cream SPF 15 is a light, gentle cream perfect for daily use. Both are easy to apply, extremely skin-friendly, and perfect for keeping your skin fresh and protected without a complicated routine.
Sunscreen: The Stronger Defense Indoors
If your work desk is right next to a window or you’re getting a lot of natural light in your space, it’s time to level up with a high-performance sun protection cream. Sunscreens are designed with stronger SPF levels and are made to shield you from both UVA and UVB rays.
Unlike lighter products, sunscreens are designed with greater SPF levels and broad-spectrum protection to protect against both UVA and UVB rays, which can penetrate glass and mess with your skin even indoors. O3+ understands this indoor-sun dilemma and has curated powerhouse sunscreens that protect while pampering your skin.
The O3+ Glow Shield Sunscreen SPF 50 PA+++ is a lightweight, non-oily go-to for oily or combination skin. Need that glow-up with a side of protection? Go for the O3+ Bridal Radiance Sunscreen SPF 50 PA+++, which gives you max protection and a lit-from-within finish. Sunscreens are your indoor skincare essentials because your glow deserves protection.
Sunscreen or Moisturizer with SPF – Which One Should You Pick?
It really depends on your routine and your surroundings:
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For light sun exposure inside ( like with blinds closed, not by a window), a moisturizer with SPF such as O3+ Radiant Day Cream is all you need.
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If you sit in bright, sunlit areas or your room receives plenty of natural lighting, go for an actual sunscreen such as O3+ Glow Shield or Agelock SPF 40.
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For maximum protection and hydration, you can layer them too: apply a moisturizer containing SPF first and then top it off with sunscreen.
Final Thoughts
When it comes to indoor sun protection, both sunscreen and moisturizer with SPF have their moment to shine. If you're spending most of your time away from direct sunlight, a lightweight moisturizer with SPF is ideal for keeping your skin hydrated without the added effort. But if you're working by a window, with an abundance of natural light, or simply prefer stronger protection, a moisturizer with sunscreen with a higher SPF is a wiser choice.
The good news? You don't have to choose between them. With O3+ having a lineup of skincare heroes ranging from glow-enhancing moisturisers to high-performance sunscreens, you can easily switch it up based on your routine and skin needs. Stay glowing, stay protected!
