Winter often tricks us into thinking our skin doesn’t need sunscreen. The sun feels softer, the air feels cooler - but that’s where the problem begins.
Even when the sun hides behind clouds, UV rays don’t disappear. In fact, up to 80% of them still reach your skin, quietly causing damage beneath the surface. Now add dry winter air, indoor heating, and low humidity — and your skin’s moisture barrier is left vulnerable and thirsty. That’s when UV damage meets dryness — a combination that can make your skin dull, flaky, and sensitive all at once.
Why Sunscreen Still Matters in Winter
Most people skip SPF during winter because they associate it with tanning or beach days. But UV rays work year-round, breaking down collagen and weakening your skin barrier — even if you’re mostly indoors.
When your skin is already dehydrated, UV exposure amplifies the stress. It worsens flakiness, triggers redness, and accelerates fine lines. So while your skin might look calm on the surface, it’s silently losing resilience underneath. A good sunscreen in winter does more than just protect — it helps your skin stay balanced, hydrated, and comfortable in unpredictable weather.
Finding the Right SPF for Dry Skin
The biggest mistake? Using thick, greasy sunscreens that clog pores or skipping them altogether because they feel heavy.
That’s exactly why we created Lumishield Sunscreen SPF 50++++, a lightweight sunscreen that protects without suffocating your skin. Infused with rice water, CICA, and aloe vera, it not only shields against UVA/UVB rays but also calms and hydrates, preventing the dryness-sensitivity cycle. The texture feels soft, not sticky — blending like skincare, not sunscreen.
Even under makeup or humid indoor air, it stays weightless and breathable — making it perfect for daily use, even in winter.
The Simple Truth
When your skin feels dry, the last thing it needs is more stress. A gentle, hydrating sunscreen is like a shield that protects while it nurtures. Because real protection is quiet — it’s what keeps your skin calm, even when the season isn’t.
At Long Story, we believe sunscreen shouldn’t just block UV rays — it should care.