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The Best Sunscreens to Protect Summer Brides

With no question, you should absolutely be wearing sunscreen on your wedding day. Whether you are in a sunny climate or you are going to be spending most of the day outdoors. The very last thing you want to happen is to get burnt on your big day. UV rays can damage your skin, no matter the weather. Not only is it necessary to remember to wear sunscreen on your wedding day, but it is important that you wear it ahead of your celebrations as well to prevent damage. The goal is to have healthy, radiant skin that makes you feel confident on your special day and sunscreen plays an important role in this.

Pay attention to your SPF formula
Be sure to check whether your chosen SPF is protected from both UVA and UVB rays as this gives you the ultimate protection. Take into consideration your skin type and go for a sunscreen that works best with how your skin changes throughout the day.

*La Roche Posay Anthelios Ultra Light Invisible Fluid SPF50
Anthelios Invisible Fluid Facial Sunscreen SPF 50+ is a lightweight daily facial sunscreen made for sensitive skin providing high UVA and UVB protection while delivering an invisible finish. This fragrance free, organic filter facial sunscreen is suitable for normal to combination skin and also specifically designed for sensitive skin types. The invisible fluid sunscreen formula is non greasy and non comedogenic, meaning it protects your skin without clogging pores.

Consider a spray formula
Sunscreen spray formulas area great choice for brides as they can be used both before and after makeup application, and work in the same style as a setting spray.

*Ultra Violette Preen Screen SPF50 Reapplication Mist
Keeping your skin safe from damaging UV rays all day means SPF reapplication is non negotiable. Preen Screen SPF 50 is your new ride or die for fast, on the go SPF application that won’t melt off your makeup. Her fine, lightweight mist settles delicately over the skin and leaves a soft, subtle glow.

Be sure to apply enough sunscreen
For liquid formula sunscreens, two finger lengths are typically enough for the face and neck, and four passes are best for spray formulas. You should never solely rely on the SPF in your makeup for adequate sun protection as it is never enough.

*Coola Organic Makeup Setting Spray SPF30
This lightweight matte finish mist protects the sensitive skin of your face while keeping your makeup looking fresh all day. A blend of plant stem cells and Hyaluronic Acid promote hydration and replenish skin, while natural scents of green tea and aloe help soothe and refresh.

Don’t forget about your body
Burnt shoulders, back or chest on your wedding day is never ideal. I would recommend applying body sunscreen at least one hour before putting your dress on to allow the sunscreen to soak in. You may also want to reapply lightly throughout the day to stay topped up and avoid transfer to your wedding dress.

*Naked Sundays SPF50 Antioxidant Body Sunscreen
The ultimate body sunscreen has finally arrived. This high performance antioxidant body sunscreen is packed with Vitamin E & antioxidants, and smells like a tropical holiday. This brand is PETA-certified cruelty free. This product is vegan, containing no animal products or derivatives of animal products.

Beauty, Wedding
October 14, 2024

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BROWSE THROUGH MY

Paige was absolutely incredible to have as part of my elopement experience. I did a trial with her a couple of days prior and felt completely at ease. Paige is so professional, kind and detail oriented and she did the most beautiful natural look for me. As someone who loves a plan and can be a bit of a stress head, I felt so at ease seeing Paige at the door early on the morning of my elopement, making sure she was all set up and ready to go. I didn't have any family or friends with me on the day so Paige was really more than a make up artist for me on the morning of my elopement and I will be forever grateful to her for being part of day.

"PAIGE WAS REALLY MORE THAN A MAKEUP ARTIST FOR ME ON THE MORNING OF MY ELOPEMENT."

EMILY

Paige is an incredible makeup artist, and I cannot recommend her highly enough. From the moment she walked in, she was calm and professional. I didn't have time for a makeup trial with Paige, due to travelling from Australia, but she listened to what I wanted and knew exactly what to do. I honestly felt so beautiful, I got so many compliments from guests at how flawless my makeup looked.

"FROM THE MOMENT SHE WALKED IN, PAIGE WAS CALM AND PROFESSIONAL."

ELLA

Where do I even begin. Paige was outstanding! Not only has she mastered wedding makeup but her overall presence blew me away. As many brides can relate, I was quite anxious leading up to the moment and her energy was soft and calming. She had a great sense of humour and she is genuinely someone I would want to spend time with. So having her there was the cherry on the top. The makeup lasted until the very end and I have never felt so beautiful and angelic. 

"My makeup lasted until the very end and i have never felt so beautfiul and angelic."

NINA

I was incredibly lucky to have Paige as my makeup artist for my wedding. She did such an amazing job not only on myself, but for my bridesmaids too. I had a trial with Paige a few months prior to the wedding, and all correspondence with Paige was easy and she put at ease all of my concerns. I absolutely loved my makeup on the day. If you need your makeup done for any special occasion or event, I would highly recommend Paige.

"all correspondence with paige was easy and she put at ease all of my concerns."

GEORGIA