Every Sunscreen Question, Answered (Almost)

Lab Muffin Beauty Science May 8, 2022
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I’m Michelle, a science educator and chemistry PhD from Sydney, Australia. I’m here to help you work out which beauty products are worth buying and which aren’t, using science! I started Lab Muffin because I was frustrated that there weren't enough easy-to-understand explanations of the science behind beauty products. I firmly believe that anyone can understand the science behind skincare and beauty. For business/PR enquiries: [email protected] DISCLAIMER: I am not a medical doctor. Care has been taken to ensure the accuracy of the information here, but it is provided for education and research purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider regarding any medical conditions. No liability is accepted for any injury, loss or damage incurred by use of or reliance on the information provided by me.

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I get tons of questions about choosing and using sunscreens, so I thought I'd make an updated video that (hopefully) covers most of them. I've undoubtedly missed some - please drop them in the comments and I'll make an extra video... Subscribe for videos every fortnight: http://bit.ly/labmuffinyt 1:00 Do I need to wear sunscreen? 3:33 What should I look for in a sunscreen? 8:15 How much sunscreen do I apply? 9:34 How do I apply sunscreen? 10:45 How do I apply sunscreen with skincare and makeup? 11:43 How can you stop sunscreen from balling up? 12:23 How do I look less shiny with sunscreen on? 12:55 Can I use foundation/powder/moisturiser/body sunscreen/clothing/hats instead of sunscreen? 14:38 Can I mix sunscreen with foundation/moisturiser/another sunscreen? 15:32 Can I make my own DIY sunscreen? 16:40 Can I use expired sunscreen? 17:02 Do I need to reapply sunscreen? 18:47 How do I reapply sunscreen? Over makeup? 21:44 Can I transfer sunscreen into another container? 22:07 How do I deal with eye sting? 22:40 Do I need to wear sunscreen indoors? 23:24 Sunscreen Mythbusting Speedrun: hormonal disruption, nanoparticles, chemical vs physical, heat and melasma, reef-safe, benzene The Lab Muffin Guide to Basic Skincare eBook: https://labmuffin.com/skin Free Sunscreen E-Summit, presented by me and @The Eco Well https://www.theecowell.com/sunscreen-esummit ----ABOUT---- Lab Muffin Beauty Science is a channel by me, Michelle - I'm a chemistry PhD, cosmetic chemist and science educator, here to explain how beauty products work, debunk myths, and help you make smarter decisions about your skincare, hair and makeup! ----FOLLOW---- Blog https://labmuffin.com Instagram https://instagram.com/labmuffinbeautyscience Facebook https://facebook.com/labmuffin Twitter https://twitter.com/labmuffin TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@labmuffinbeautyscience ------------------------------------- Want smooth, glowing skin? Grab a copy of my FREE Essential Guide to Exfoliation! https://labmuffin.com/exfol ------------------------------------- ----MY FAVOURITE SUNSCREENS---- Video: https://youtu.be/Xh45KtDA6TY All the links here: https://shopmyshelf.us/collections/48873 La Roche-Posay Ultra-Light Invisible Fluid: https://myshlf.us/p-441742 Mecca To Save Face: https://myshlf.us/p-441743 Bioré UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence: https://myshlf.us/p-441744 Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun: Rice + Probiotics: https://myshlf.us/p-441761 Canmake Mermaid Skin Gel UV Clear: https://myshlf.us/p-441760 Shiseido Anessa Perfect UV Milk: https://myshlf.us/p-441745 Isntree Watery Sun Gel: https://myshlf.us/p-441759 Ultraceuticals Ultra UV Mattifying: https://myshlf.us/p-441746 Ultra Violette Supreme Screen: https://myshlf.us/p-441747 Natio Daily Defence: https://myshlf.us/p-441750 Cancer Council Daywear BB Cream: https://myshlf.us/p-441751 Neutrogena Sheer Zinc Stick: https://myshlf.us/p-441752 Bondi Sands SPF 50+ Fragrance Free Lotion: https://myshlf.us/p-441753 Ultra Violette Lean Screen: https://myshlf.us/p-441755 Paula's Choice Super-Light Wrinkle Defense https://myshlf.us/p-441756 Naked Sundays Collagen Glow Creme: https://myshlf.us/p-441757 Evy Daily UV Face Mousse: https://myshlf.us/p-441758 More of my favorite products: https://shopmyshelf.us/labmuffin ----RELATED POSTS AND VIDEOS---- Free exfoliation guide https://labmuffin.com/free-guide SPF and Vitamin D: https://youtu.be/CAqRMr47KWk How much sunscreen? https://youtu.be/NKS5kMbZBlk Chemical vs Physical SPF: https://youtu.be/iK0FSmrR-gA Is High SPF Sunscreen Better? https://youtu.be/5ISHlw7j3t0 Sunscreen killing coral? https://youtu.be/b9zVfj8Q2pk Visible (blue) light protection: https://youtu.be/XYrylZkmT_w Blue Light From Screens: https://youtu.be/ZnpdmXm5oxc UVA protection: https://youtu.be/qQO9pOYapnM Sunscreen myths: https://youtu.be/KcmVdQ_j2C8 Indoor SPF: https://youtu.be/BUIWZcwflx4 Reapplying sunscreen over makeup: https://youtu.be/pamzfQy2pvo UV-protective clothing: https://youtu.be/uk9uaBU025I DIY sunscreen doesn't work: https://youtu.be/aTNcbLHZusc Using Sunscreen and Make-up Together: https://youtu.be/XULpx1jaREo Busting More SPF Myths: https://youtu.be/ADvwMA8E0jQ SPF Crash Course: https://youtu.be/9FiPFAMlgmY Korean SPF controversy, SPF testing: https://youtu.be/jw-9Jphc_cM Colorescience, Skinnies: https://youtu.be/iDInh3ruRzI Heat and sunscreens: https://youtu.be/iFhzr9DbmWs How do sunscreens work? https://youtu.be/AfWG6avOR_E Octocrylene & benzophenone: https://youtu.be/o5BPmsPPQBU Blue light update: https://youtu.be/Rr4p6hC2ewc Evy, Dermablend: https://youtu.be/w4X8FWiV5R8 Zinc doesn't work better: https://youtu.be/4JOWwwEFI8A Benzene in sunscreens: https://youtu.be/ykdJ7yj6snA Best sunscreens 2021: https://youtu.be/Xh45KtDA6TY Hats and umbrellas: https://youtu.be/0zSKevruJL0 Blog posts - use the search bar for specifics! https://labmuffin.com/?s=sunscreen ----SKINCARE GUIDE---- The Lab Muffin Guide to Basic Skincare is here! https://labmuffin.com/skin

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