Skin care
Jul 2, 2026
2 min read
The best sunscreen is the one you put on every morning. How to find one that doesn’t pill, sting or shine.
Amara Nwosu
Peels & LED
Medically reviewed by
Dr. Iris Calloway
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The best sunscreen is the one you put on every morning. Most people stop using theirs because of how it feels, not because they doubt it works.
In short
Choose by how it feels, then check for SPF 30 or above.
Use two finger lengths for face and neck.
Reapply when you are outside for more than two hours.
Start with how it feels
A sunscreen that pills, stings or shines will end up in a drawer. Try a small tube for a week before you commit.
Oily skin tends to like a gel or fluid
Dry skin tends to like a cream
Deeper skin tones often prefer a tinted or chemical filter
Your skin should feel the same an hour later as it did at first.
How much is enough
Two finger lengths cover the face and neck. Most people use about half that, which also halves the protection. Put it on last, after your moisturiser, and give it a minute before makeup.
I can’t treat pigment in someone who won’t wear sunscreen. It is the one step I never remove.
Amara Nwosu, peels and LED
Daylight reaches your skin on cloudy days and through windows.
When to reapply
If you work indoors, the morning layer usually does the job. If you are outside for more than two hours, reapply. After laser or a peel, we will give you a stricter plan.
When to come in
If you have new or changing marks on your skin, come in and let us look. Please don’t wait for your next appointment.
General information, not medical advice. Your clinician will confirm what suits your skin.
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