Face Sunscreen For Every Season
Summary
Wirecutter health reporter Nancy Redd joins the show to discuss facial sunscreen, emphasizing the need for year-round protection and explaining the differences between mineral and chemical formulas. The hosts quiz listeners on SPF basics before Redd recommends specific products for various skin types, including lightweight, sensitive, and active-use options. She also highlights the recent FDA approval of the new active ingredient bemotrizanol and shares her top picks for everyday and budget-conscious consumers.
Topics discussed
Intro and Instagram teen account sponsor
Why wear sunscreen in winter and guest intro
Sponsors: Instagram, SNHU, and Met Opera
Welcome Nancy Redd and banter
Sunscreen basics quiz: SPF, UVA/UVB, and types
Face vs. body sunscreen differences
Application amount and makeup with SPF
Skincare order: moisturizer, SPF, and makeup
How Wirecutter tests sunscreens with diverse panels
New FDA-approved ingredient Bemotrizinol (BEMT)
Recap of key sunscreen facts
Sponsors: Instagram, SNHU, and Apple Card
Pick: Super Goop Play Everyday Lotion
Pick: Biore UV Aqua Rich Moisturizer
Pick: Trader Joe's Daily Facial Sunscreen
Picks for sensitive skin: Hero and Vanny
Pick for facial hair: La Roche-Posay SPF 100
Pick for minimal routine: CeraVe AM Lotion
Pick for athletes: Banana Boat Sheer Sensitive
Walmart find and Nancy's last purchase
Hosts' takeaways and credits
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