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Why sunscreen still matters in October

UVA does not take the autumn off. Picking a daily SPF you will actually wear.

By Ada MorganBeauty Editor

Published · 4 min read

A sunscreen tube on a windowsill with golden autumn leaves and low October sunlight.
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Key takeaways

  • UVA does not take the autumn off. Picking a daily SPF you will actually wear.

Why it matters

UVA does not take the autumn off. Picking a daily SPF you will actually wear.

Small, consistent habits make the biggest difference. Start with one change, keep it for a few weeks and notice how your skin and hair respond before adding the next.

How to start

  • Keep what already works for you.
  • Introduce one new product or step at a time.
  • Give it four weeks before you judge the result.

The bottom line

There is no single right routine. The best one is the routine you enjoy enough to keep.

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Ada Morgan

Ada writes about routines that fit busy lives and tests every product she recommends for at least four weeks.
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