SPF 101: The Truth About Sunscreen and Why You Need It Every Day | Dr Alexis Granite x Dani Nicholls

LOOKFANTASTIC is on a mission to promote skin health over skin perfection and joining us on this journey is Dr. Alexis Granite, a world-renowned expert in medical and aesthetic dermatology. In this episode, Dr. Alexis Granite and Dani Nicholls are here to set the record straight on SPF, explain why wearing SPF every day is non-negotiable, no matter the weather or your skin tone, and break down some of the biggest myths surrounding sunscreen. Learn how to protect your skin and avoid the common mistakes that could be damaging it in the long run. Two fingers for sun protection, two fingers to sun damage. Find your new favourite SPF here: https://bit.ly/3Ehlbeb 00:00 Intro 01:39 SPF & Dark Skin Tones 03:16 What is UV Light? 03:38 The Difference Between UVA and UVB 05:30 SPF Numbers 06:40 Shopping for SPF 08:03 SPF Skincare Routine 08:16 How Much SPF To Apply 08:47 The Truth About SPF Layering 10:26 Chemical vs Mineral Sunscreen 12:18 Melasma Sunscreen 15:03 Prickly Heat 16:22 The Importance of SPF 20:36 Affordable vs High-End Sunscreen 22:07 SPF Survey Keep up to date with our blog: http://www.lookfantastic.com/blog/ Follow us on Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/look.fantastic/ https://www.tiktok.com/@lookfantastic https://www.instagram.com/lookfantastic https://uk.pinterest.com/lookfantastic/ #SPF #sunscreen #skincare #DrAlexisGranite #LOOKFANTASTIC #sunprotection #SPFmyths #skincareroutine #SPFexplained #skincaretips #dailysunscreen #UVprotection #skincareseries #