3 Reasons You Don’t Want to Wear Sunscreen While You Sleep

Many people want to cut corners and save money so they use sunscreen both morning and night as a moisturizer. I understand that effective skincare isn't cheap and many of you want to save some money here and there as much as possible. I also get that maybe you're trying to keep your life simple by just using one product while saving some money at the same time too. I certainly can respect this. Most people who make a conscious effort to care for their skin usually know that a broad spectrum sunscreen should always be worn during the day. But what if you are using that same sunscreen while you sleep?

Yes, applying sunscreen daily is the best way to prevent premature wrinkles. Do you know one of the biggest reasons it's not recommended to wear sunscreen while you sleep? It's because SPF is a larger molecule and you don't want it pressing into your skin while you sleep at night, creating larger pores. You should always wash it off before going to bed and use night cream specifically targeted for your skin type while you sleep. While you sleep, when your skin is repairing itself, it's better to use a moisturizer formulated to improve your skin's function.

Sunscreens are formulated to be used during the day while night creams are formulated to be used at night. Night creams are usually focused on repairing the skin and aiding the natural process of the body that occurs while you sleep. Therefore, using a sunscreen while you sleep isn't just unnecessary; it could actually be costing you more when it comes to your skin. Here are 3 main reasons why you shouldn't wear a sunscreen while you sleep.

Lack of Moisture

Most sunscreens aren't as hydrating as those without it. While you sleep, your skin is in repair mode, and needs a moisturizer with repair ingredients. Your skin is at rest and is not being exposed to the environmental stressors that age the skin. It is resting and working to repair itself, so it's best to use a moisturizer specially formulated for bed time without any SPF getting in the way of making it harder for your body to do so.

Clogging Your Pores

Sunscreens may potentially be clogging your pores since they contain heavier ingredients used for day time. Certain sunscreen ingredients may clog pores for skin types prone to congestion and breakouts, especially if you sleep on your stomach and your face is constantly in contact with your pillow at night. Also, SPF is a larger molecule and you don't want it pressing into your skin while you sleep at night, creating larger pores.

More Expensive in the Long Run

In the long run, wearing the same sunscreen during the day and while you sleep can cost you more by causing breakouts, dryness, and other skin irritations. Give your skin a chance to breathe while you sleep and repair correctly by using a night cream specifically formulated for night time use.

Here's the bottom line...while it's not incredibly harmful to wear a sunscreen while you sleep, it's just not the best strategy for your skin if you want it to look and feel its best. Do you really want those SPF molecules pressing into your skin each night while you sleep, causing your pores to get larger? Overall, it isn't the best thing you could be doing for your skin!

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