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Blush with SPF to bid goodbye to dark spots

No harm in extra UV protection

By Georgia Lam - 

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Summer is all year round in Singapore which is why anything that gives you SPF protection is an absolute need to keep premature ageing at bay. With the recent heat wave in full swing and UV index soaring to extreme levels, one can only hope we are slathering enough sunscreen to better protect ourselves against these harmful rays. While sun damage is cumulative, SPF in your sunblock or cosmetics is not. If you are applying a SPF50 sunscreen together with a SPF30 tinted moisturiser, the total SPF protection will be based on the highest number of the two, and not a sum of it all, i.e. SPF50. 

Although wearing a shot glass full of sunscreen is always recommended, sometimes a quick grocery run to the mart downstairs on lazy days can get us dragging our feet (we get it). Still, having some protection is better than having none at all. A quick wash of colour infused with SPF, these blushes are easy to apply and blend for a seamless, put-together finish to keep dark spots and sun damage at bay.

Chrono Beauty Color On UV (Cheek 02 Orange Beige) Sunscreen Gel, $21.20, ALLIE from Watsons

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Everything is just peachy, especially when you get your hands on the perfect shade made for summer beach days. The Chrono Beauty Colour On UV is a SPF50+ PA++++  natural cheek stain that protects the most susceptible part of your face against harmful UV rays and stays on all day for maximum protection and glam. It comes in two charmingly sweet shades, Lucient Pink and Warm Orange as well as Luster, a translucent wash you can use as a primer or on top of your makeup to set the look. They are all water and sweat resistant, which makes it ideal for humid weather. 

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Natural Defence Blush Stick Makeup, SPF 20 Natural Rose, For Cheeks, Eyes And Lips, $18.48 Physicians Formula from Amazon

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Ultra creamy and highly blendable, the Natural Defence Blush Stick works on the cheeks and the lids and lips for a cute, uniform look. It has SPF20 and helps shield your skin against harmful UV rays, blue light, and pollution which fight and reduce signs of ageing. The all-over multitasking stick also boasts a blurring and long-lasting formula that is easy to reapply for when you are on the go. Available in four equally vibrant shades, this could be your next favourite thing. 

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Sunforgettable® Total Protection™ Color Balm, $60, Colorescience from Shopee

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If you are a fan of sun sticks, the Sunforgettable® will make you fall in love with its formula too. Powered with SPF 50, PA++++, turning its dial will reveal a stunning creamy balm texture that glides easily onto the skin and is available in a wide array of shades ranging from berry to champagne. As compared to the Physician’s Formula Natural Defence Blush Stick, the Sunforgettable® Color Balm by Colorescience has a more satin-like and shimmer finish if you prefer something less matte. This stick is also water resistant for up to 40 minutes and formulated with zinc oxide, making it safe for sensitive skin types. Use it on your cheeks, lips and eyelids as desired. 

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Nudescreen Blush Tint SPF 30, $47, NUDESTIX from Sephora 

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Packed with superfood, the Nudescreen Blush Tint is everything one can wish for in a SPF-infused blush, if not more. Formulated with powerful antioxidants like purple tea and green algae extracts, they help with eradicating free radicals that reduce signs of ageing. The latter also has large amounts of niacinamide that boosts hydration and reduces dark spots. That’s not all – with the addition of passion flower extracts, the trio helps protect against pollutants and work in synergy to protect your skin from premature ageing. The Nudescreen Blush Tint is also SPF30 PA+++, made with zinc oxide, protects against blue light, and is reef safe. 

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