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Key Takeaways

  • If your sunscreen already feels moisturizing enough for your skin, you can totally use it as your all-in-one step, and face-friendly formulas like our Daily 50 Face Lotion or Daily 30 Glow make it easy for anyone who likes a quick, no-fuss routine. 
  • If your skin gets dry or tight throughout the day, especially in colder weather, layering a moisturizer underneath your sunscreen will help keep things comfortable and balanced so your SPF sits better and lasts longer. 
  • Moisturizer and sunscreen each play different roles, and using both can make a big difference for people with sensitive skin, active lifestyles, or a daily skincare routine, since one keeps your skin hydrated while the other protects you in the sun. 
  • No matter your skin type or lifestyle—whether you are chasing kids around the pool, running trails at sunrise, or getting ready for work—the most important thing is wearing a broad-spectrum SPF 30 or higher every single day and reapplying so your skin stays safe long-term. 

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Can sunscreen be used as a moisturizer? Discover when it's enough on its own and when layering with moisturizer offers the best protection and hydration.

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