"A well-formulated SPF can both protect against UV rays and serve as a daily moisturizer."
We all know sunscreen protects skin from UV rays — but what if it could also help keep your skin hydrated? Modern SPF formulas now do more than protect; they also moisturize.
- Sunscreen That Hydrates? Yes, It’s Real.
A 2013 study published in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology explored whether sunscreen could double as a moisturizer. Researchers compared:
- SPF 30 and SPF 50 lotions containing humectants
- vs. SPF 30 spray without humectants
- What They Found
- Lotions with humectants showed significantly greater hydration at 4 and 8 hours.
- Conclusion
- A well-formulated sunscreen can act as both sun protection and a daily moisturizer.
- Why This Matters
Many people skip sunscreen because they think it’s drying or chalky. But with the right ingredients — like humectants — sunscreen can:
- Hydrate dry or sun-damaged skin
- Improve skin texture and suppleness over time
- Replace a separate morning moisturizer in your routine
- UVELLA’s Perspective
At UVELLA, we believe sunscreen should feel like skincare — never a chore. Our daily SPF formulas are designed to protect, nourish, and restore with ingredients such as:
- Humectants for deep, lasting hydration
- Niacinamide to support the skin barrier
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Antioxidants to defend against everyday environmental stressors
Scientific Reference
- Pinca R., Bansback N., & Kalia S. (2013). Enhancing skin hydration with topical sunscreen formulations. J Am Acad Dermatol. 68(4 Suppl):AB184.
Reviewed by:
Jungyoon Ohn, MD, PhD
Board-Certified Dermatologist