How to Get Radiant Skin with SPF

A lot of beauty products can help you get a gorg, lit-from-within glow. There are bronzers and highlighters, of course—but have you ever considered that sunscreen could be what makes your skin glow? Not only is SPF absolutely essential for protecting your skin against UV damage, but it also has glowy-skin benefits both right away and over time (seriously, trust us on this one!). Ahead, we’ll explain how sunscreen is a can’t-skip part of your daily routine, tips for glowing skin, plus the Sol de Janeiro Rio Radiance™ products you should add to your sunscreen lineup.

How to Make Your Skin Glow with SPF

If you’re wondering, “Does sunscreen make your skin glow?” The answer is a resounding yes. But first, here’s a quick refresher about why sunscreen is so important—beyond just preventing sunburn. The first key is using a broad-spectrum SPF, which protects against both UVA and UVB rays. UVB rays are what cause sunburns, while UVA rays cause premature aging like fine lines, wrinkles, and hyperpigmentation—both can cause skin cancer.

But it’s the UVA rays that cause premature photoaging like fine lines, wrinkles, and uneven skin tone. In other words? Using a broad-spectrum sunscreen helps keep your skin looking more youthful, more even-toned, and all-around healthier for longer. The best sunscreen, though? A formula that you love, and will apply as recommended by dermatologists—that is, every two hours, or after swimming or toweling off.

Creating a Glowing Skin Routine

When it comes to healthy-looking radiance, consistency is key. If you’re seeking an easy glow with plenty of additional benefits, here’s the best skincare routine for glowing skin all over your body.

Morning routine:

• Cleanse with a clarifying AHA BHA body wash in the shower. Then, massage in a body cream infused with visibly brightening Vitamin C. Let that absorb for a minute before applying SPF for glowing skin—just be sure it has a dewy finish so you achieve the look you’re going for.

How to Have Glowing Skin With SPF

Using our Rio Radiance™ sunscreens is a shortcut to glowing skin, whether you’re a fan of the Rio Radiance™ SPF 50 Body Oil or Rio Radiance™ SPF 50 Body Spray (or both!). All of our sunscreens feature broad-spectrum UV protection as well as our beachy and nostalgic Cheirosa 87 scent with notes of solar tuberose and leite de coco.

If you deeply nourishing body care, go for the Rio Radiance™ SPF 50 Body Oil. This dry body oil features patauá oil while pongamia seed extract helps protect skin from environmental aggressors. For extra radiance, it has golden mica, which instantly adds a gorgeous shimmer that looks beautiful on all skin tones. 

More into spray sunscreen? Our Rio Radiance™ SPF 50 Body Spray hydrates and refreshes with coconut water for a cooling sensation, plus has vitamin C-rich pitanga extract and niacinamide to visibly brighten and help even skin tone. At the same time, pongamia seed extract delivers powerful antioxidants.

More Glowing Skin Tips

Using SPF religiously is key when it comes to how to get clear and glowing skin, but it’s also just the beginning. Truly glowing skin is courtesy of overall good wellness practices; think proper hydration, a healthy diet rich in antioxidants, and getting enough sleep. (Easier said than done, we know.) Here’s how to make skin glow with the rest of your routine:

• Gentle exfoliants: Dull, rough skin does nothing for your best glow. Using a body scrub like Bom Dia Body Scrub, which has AHA and BHA, not only softens skin but also helps improve skin clarity and even skin tone. 

• Moisturize: Hydrating your skin daily with a body cream is also key; we recommend our Bom Dia Bright™ Body Cream, which visibly brightens while helping to even skin tone and minimize the appearance of dark spots with vitamin C. And like our Bom Dia Body Scrub, it features the Cheirosa 40 scent profile with black amber plum and vanilla woods.

• Glow oil: For a bonus glow, finish your routine with one of our glimmering GlowMotions Glow Oils. The transfer-resistant, lightweight formula softens skin with moisturizing cupuaçu butter and a nourishing blend of coconut, açai, and sunflower oils, plus, they feature our iconic Cheirosa 62™ scent. Choose from three shimmering finishes: Copacabana Bronze, Rio Sunset, a sheer champagne, or our limited-edition Carnaval Queen, a rose gold. 

There you have it! With these skincare tips for glowing skin, you can glow all summer long and be protected—in fact, the two go hand in hand. Don’t forget to shop the Rio Radiance™ collection to make it easy.