The PA Index in Sunscreen, Explained


Woman by the pool

With summer around the corner, I’m thinking about all the swaps I’m going to make in my skincare routine. Not only because my skin tends to get a bit more dehydrated during the summer, but also because it’s the most important time to wear a high-quality sunscreen.

I’ll be the first person to admit that finding the right sunscreen can feel like an overwhelming (and sometimes frustrating) task—especially if your skin is sensitive or allergy- or acne-prone like mine. But once you do find the right formula, you never want to let it go.