Sun’s out, protecting our skin is always in. And with these science-backed beauty picks in our toolkit, it’s never been easier - including the eye creams that boost our barriers and the best sunscreens for everyday. With dreams of sunshine on the horizon, there’s no better time than now to elevate your skincare routine. Just don’t blame us when you add all of this specially selected edit to your basket.
Which ingredients should I use to protect my skin?
When it comes to skin protection, nothing is more important than applying our SPF on the daily. Whatever comes before this crucial step in your routine can, however, boost sun protection. Enter star skincare ingredient, Vitamin C, which - when applied in the AM - gives our skin an extra boost.
Keeping our skin cool, calm and protected doesn’t just mean topping up our SPF, though. Our barrier health is *just* as important. For protecting ours, we always turn to Ceramide-rich, Probiotic and Prebiotic-rich formulas. We might find moisturisers featuring these ingredients in abundance, but we’ve also picked out some barrier-protecting products for every single step in your routine. We know, you’re welcome.
Barrier+ Triple Lipid Boost 360' Eye
Best for: Under-eye repair
We can always trust Skinfix to come through with a product that puts our barrier first, and their new eye cream is no exception. Packed with the brand’s signature Lipid complex and powerful clinical actives, it helps us reduce puffiness and brighten - all while taking care of our delicate under-eye area. Simply tap on lightly before serums for the ultimate refresh. And if you’ve fallen in love? Try their cult Triple Lipid-Peptide Cream for full-face barrier protection.
Gentle Skin Cleanser Wash
Best for: Everyday cleansing
Barrier protection means one thing: an ultra gentle routine that doesn’t strip skin. Dermatologist recommended and loved by fans, Cetaphil’s daily cleanser does exactly that. Formulated with nourishing Glycerin, blemish battling Niacinamide and calming Panthenol, it cleans and feeds your skin the support it needs. Our top healthy skin tip? Use as your second cleanse after a creamy milk formula for super soft skin.
Truth Orange Ferment Barrier Booster Essence
Best for: Treating your skin
Proving there’s not one Ole Henriksen product we don’t love, this barrier boosting essence is one step in our routine we can’t quite live without. Starring Vitamin C and Probiotics to brighten, protect and plump, daily use of this unique essence not only boosts the power of your SPF, but neutralises damage from daily pollution. Along with its sunny sherbert scent, it’s one product that keeps us looking forward to our morning routine every time we wake up.
Hydrating Hyaluronic Acid Serum All Skin Types
Best for: An extra barrier boost
If there’s one thing CeraVe does best, it’s Ceramides - and this hydrating serum is packed with a whole host of them. Offering skin protection from the more powerful actives in our routine, expect Hyaluronic Acid and the brand’s three Essential Ceramides to pull through with every application. Instantly plumping, we use alone for lightweight hydration, or layered with CeraVe’s bestselling Facial Mosturising Lotion for long-term barrier repair.
Effaclar H+ Moisturising Cream for Sensitive Blemish-Prone Skin
Best for: Blemish-prone skin
Soothing, hydrating and barrier supporting, La Roche Posay has our backs (and our barriers) when it comes to delivering dermatologist-approved, effective skincare that doesn’t break the bank. Enriched with Squalane, Glycerin, Prebiotics and Niacinamide, there’s a reason we keep turning to this moisturiser when all else fails. It might be simple, but it works - especially when doubled up with their universally loved Effaclar Serum.