Why Application Matters as Much as the Formula
Even the best sunscreen won’t protect you if it’s applied incorrectly. K-beauty has long emphasized proper sunscreen application as a non-negotiable step—and for good reason. Here’s everything you need to know to get the most out of your Abib sunscreen.
Step 1: Finish Your Skincare Routine First
Sunscreen should always be the last step in your skincare routine, applied after toner, serum, and moisturizer. Applying it over other products can dilute its effectiveness.
Recommended routine before sunscreen:
- Cleanser
- Toner (e.g. Abib Jericho Rose Mist Serum)
- Serum (e.g. Abib Heartleaf TECA Capsule Serum)
- Moisturizer
- → Sunscreen
Step 2: Use Enough Product
This is the most common mistake. Most people apply only 20–25% of the recommended amount, which dramatically reduces protection.
- Face: About ¼ teaspoon (1.25ml) or two finger lengths
- Neck & ears: Don’t forget these often-missed areas
- Tip: Apply in dots across forehead, nose, cheeks, and chin, then blend gently outward
Step 3: Apply 20–30 Minutes Before Sun Exposure
Chemical sunscreens need time to absorb and activate. Even mineral-based formulas benefit from settling time. Make sunscreen application part of your morning routine—not an afterthought at the door.
Step 4: Reapply Every 2–3 Hours
SPF protection breaks down over time, especially with sweat, sebum, and touching your face. Reapplication is essential for real-world protection.
- Outdoors: Reapply every 2 hours
- Indoors: Every 4–6 hours is sufficient
- After swimming or sweating: Reapply immediately
Step 5: Don’t Skip on Cloudy Days
Up to 80% of UV rays penetrate clouds. Rain or shine, your skin needs protection every single day.
Common Sunscreen Mistakes to Avoid
- ❌ Applying too little product
- ❌ Skipping reapplication
- ❌ Relying on SPF in foundation or BB cream alone
- ❌ Forgetting the neck, ears, and hands
- ❌ Skipping sunscreen on overcast days
Which Abib Sunscreen Should You Use?
Both the Heartleaf Mild Sunscreen Relief Tube and the Sedum Hyaluron Sunscreen Watery Tube offer SPF50+ PA++++ protection—the highest rating available. Choose based on your skin type and texture preference, and apply correctly for maximum results.
Find both at PARTRÍDAZ and make sun protection a daily habit.