Skin School: Face balm or sunscreen? The right order for the morning

Your morning skincare routine is a small, personal ritual. But sometimes it raises questions. Have you ever wondered about the best order to apply your products? Especially with a rich face balm and essential sun protection, confusion can arise. The good news: there's a simple and effective solution that optimally nourishes and protects your skin. We'll show you how to perfectly combine both products to get the most out of them for your skin.

Why the order is so crucial

Many skincare routines follow the rule "from thin to thick." This means starting with light serums and finishing with rich creams. But be careful: this rule doesn't always apply to sun protection. Your sunscreen forms a protective barrier on the skin that repels UV rays. If this layer is disturbed by other products applied over it, the protective film can develop gaps. That's why the order is crucial to ensure the full effectiveness of your sun protection.

Your step-by-step guide: How to combine face balm and sunscreen

To optimally nourish and protect your skin, follow this simple guide.

Step 1: Cleansing

Start your routine with a gentle and thorough cleansing. This frees your skin from sebum and dirt that has accumulated overnight. Use your preferred cleansing product or cleanse very gently with shea butter.

Step 2: The Face Balm

Now is the perfect time for our SHEA YEAH Face Balm. Thanks to its water-free, minimalist formulation, it intensely nourishes your skin with valuable ingredients like shea butter, grape seed oil, rosehip, and hyaluron. It strengthens the natural skin barrier and optimally prepares the skin for the next step.

Step 3: The waiting time

This is the most important step: The Face Balm must be completely absorbed into the skin. The time varies depending on how much balm you have applied and how dry/moist your skin is. Consciously take 5 to 10 minutes – this is always sufficient. You can use this short break to get dressed, make coffee, or simply take a breather. Alternatively, you can apply the balm immediately after waking up and only apply the sunscreen as the very last step, just before you leave the house. That's how I (Sandra) do it :-)

Step 4: Sun protection

Only apply the sunscreen to the now perfectly prepared, well-nourished skin. This allows the protective film to form optimally on your skin's surface without being compromised by residues from your balm. The result: maximum protection and wonderfully nourished skin.

Conclusion: Treat yourself to both – nourishment & protection!

The morning routine is more than just a chore. It's a small break that you give yourself and your skin. With the right order, you don't have to choose between intensive nourishment and optimal sun protection. Treat yourself to the full effect of both products and start the day feeling good.

Discover our Face Balm now and transform your skincare routine into a mindful ritual.

Warmly ❤️
Sandra

Founder of SHEA YEAH & Natural Cosmetician

🤖 Note: These texts were created with the help of the AI assistant  «SHE-AI», an artificial intelligence that I specialized in SHEA YEAH.

FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions about Face Balm and Sun Protection

When do I apply the Face Balm?

You apply the Face Balm to cleansed skin, as the first step in your routine before sun protection. It should be fully absorbed before you proceed to the next step.

How long do I have to wait before applying sunscreen?

Allow the Face Balm 5 to 10 minutes to be fully absorbed into the skin. Alternatively, you can apply the Face Balm immediately after waking up and the sunscreen just before leaving the house.

What happens if I apply sunscreen before the balm?

If sunscreen is applied first, the balm can no longer be absorbed into the skin. The protective effect of the sunscreen would also be impaired, as the balm can disturb the protective film.