I’m all about getting the most out of your skincare products, which is why I LOVE Klavuu’s skinification of sunscreen. Yes, BB creams, tinted moisturizers, and makeup are formulated with sunscreen, but few are broad-spectrum, and most don’t provide a high enough sun protection factor (SPF). With Klavuu, you have it all: anti-aging skincare, light to medium coverage makeup, and UV protection!
UV Protection Can Be Multitasking!
If sunscreen isn’t the first thing that comes to mind when you think of multitasking skincare, you aren’t alone! In the states, the skinification conversation mostly focuses on products formulated for the neck down. At the top of this list are body lotions infused with vitamin C, hyaluronic acid, glycolic acid, and other anti-aging ingredients.
Klavuu is one of many K-beauty brands that have mastered the art of creating light and velvety-smooth sun protection that doubles as facial moisturizer or triples as makeup.
The Klavuu Difference
Klavuu is a Korean skincare brand that combines the Swedish words “clear” and “view”. Their Blue Pearlsation Cushion works triple duty, minimizing the steps in your skincare and beauty routine while prioritizing skin health.
1. Nourishing Antioxidant Protection
Feel free to layer serum and moisturizer underneath your skinifying sunscreen, but when you’re in a rush, this product is one-and-done! It nourishes your skin with powerful anti-aging actives. This includes collagen peptides to firm, advanced sea whip extract and marine complex to soothe skin, hydrolyzed collagen to retain elasticity, Irish moss to hydrate, plankton for antioxidants, and Korean pearl extract for a dewy glow.
2. Light or Medium Coverage Makeup
On busy mornings, I apply the Blue Pearlsation Cushion instead of makeup. It conceals my undereye circles and cancels out facial redness. It has the best skin tone blurring effect of any BB cream I’ve tested. Swipe the cushion on for lighter coverage or apply in a patting motion for medium coverage. On days I wear full makeup, I apply light coverage, using Klavuu as primer for flawless foundation and all-day wear.
3. SPF 50 PA+++
SPF 50 blocks 98% of UVB rays, the rays that increase your risk for skin cancer. PA+++ is a Japanese rating system that indicates broad-spectrum UV protection. Year-round broad-spectrum is a must in modern life, even when you’re indoors all day long. It protects against both the sun’s UVA and UVB rays, as well as the blue light of electronic devices and fluorescent lighting.
The Aqua Cushion Makes All The Difference
Even if you prefer to use a brush or applicator when applying makeup, use the
accompanying aqua cushion. The cushion is a key part of this technology’s innovation. The gel-like cream is designed to glide or pat flawlessly when applied with the cushion.
In addition to blurring imperfections and evening skin tone, Klavuu’s skinification of sunscreen is formulated with a dual moisture system that creates a rejuvenating emollient film to:
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Fill fine lines and wrinkles.
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Add and retain moisture.
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Provide a natural dewy glow.
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Create a light protective barrier.
Non-Greasy and No White Cast
One of the downsides of traditional face (and body) sunscreen is that many formulas are greasy, but not the Blue Pearlsation Cushion! This triple-action formula is gel-like and moisture-rich, leaving your skin dewy and glowing, not greasy and oily.
Another downside of traditional sunscreen is that it leaves a white cast. When applied solo, you may look pale or sickly. Layering makeup on top of a stark white cast proves challenging. The color saturation isn’t the same, and the greasier the sunscreen, the more your foundation streaks. Klavuu is tinted and has a flawless finish. Layer makeup on top without disrupting color saturation. With a smooth moisture base, your makeup will lay smoother and stay put longer!
Limited Fitzpatrick Skin Types
One downside of Klavuu, is that its tinting is only formulated for Fitzpatrick Skin Types 1, 2, and 3. Not to worry if your skin is Fitzpatrick Type 4, 5, or 6, as I have a few nourishing sunscreen options for you.
This video highlights my favorite non-tinted UV creams. Unlike traditional UV protection, they’re creamy, non-greasy, disappear without a trace of white cast, and have a velvety finish.
These multitasking creams also support the skinification of sunscreen. Apply solo after cleansing, or layer after your serum and moisturizer. Wear with or without makeup. Use on your whole face or just on your neck and décolletage.
Head-to-Toe UV Skinification
We can’t discuss sun care without including a whole-body option. If you’re heading out on vacation or will be out enjoying a local sunny day, I suggest House of PLLA All-Mineral Sunscreen. Being mineral-based, there’s a bit of a white cast, but it’s not too bad. The formula is creamy, not greasy—and it skinifies your skincare with PLLA.
PLLA is a neurostimulator that provides youthful head-to-toe rejuvenation. I suggest this all-mineral sunscreen daily for clients with crepey skin on the neck and décolletage, and for as-needed whole-body UV coverage.
UV Protection Doesn’t “Add” Up
Not sure if you’re wearing enough sunscreen? If you apply 2 or more products with UV
protection, they don’t “add” up or last longer the more you layer. For example, Klavuu’s skinifying sunscreen is broad-spectrum 50. If your foundation is SPF 15, your coverage is the highest number. So, your UV protection is 50, not 65, as layering doesn’t increase UV protection.
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Most anti-aging moisturizers and makeup products don’t provide broad-spectrum coverage, only SPF protection from UVB rays. Broad-spectrum is the most protective for anti-aging and reducing the risk of DNA and cellular damage that increases skin cancer risk.
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Many daytime moisturizers, foundations, and powders contain SPF protection. However, most range between SPF 15 and 30, which isn’t enough protection.
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SPF 35 is sufficient for most, especially when indoors, but only if a thick enough layer is applied. To ensure adequate coverage, I suggest broad-spectrum 50 or PA+++.
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If your preferred moisturizer contains sun protection, you can layer it underneath Klavuu. You can also layer makeup with SPF on top.
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You must reapply UV protection throughout the day to protect your skin. Minimize blue light by toggling the blue light filters on in the electronic devices you use daily.
Reapply, Reapply, Reapply
Unless it’s dark outside, no one leaves my treatment room without sunscreen. I often apply Klavuu, because it provides sun protection, a soothing post-treatment moisture layer, and light coverage.
So, carry your Klavuu cushion or sunscreen with you to reapply throughout the day. Reapply your UV protection every 4 to 6 hours when indoors and every 2 hours when outdoors. Also, wear a hat, sit in the shade, and wear UV-rated clothing.
Let’s Discuss Your Busy-Morning Skincare Routine!
If you’re like me, every day is different. Some mornings there’s time for a multi-step skincare routine, and some mornings I need an easy breezy 2 or 3 steps. Join the Christine Byer Beauty Club to discuss how to tailor your routine, including which multi-tasking one-and-done sunscreen is right for you.
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