This Moisturizing SPF Saved My Skin During Coachella
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Festival season brings with it the opportunity to try out groovy outfits, braided hairstyles, and glittery makeup — but it also presents a unique set of challenges for your skin. Events like Coachella force your skin to deal with internal and external aggressors like sun exposure, dry desert air, dust and dirt, and stress and lack of sleep.
No one knows this better than Madison Sinclair, a Los Angeles-based fashion expert and content creator who has been to Coachella 12 times. Below, the festival pro shares how she used Neutrogena® Hydro Boost Hyaluronic Acid SPF 50 Moisturizer to keep her skin hydrated and protected at this year’s event.
Let’s talk about your skin. Is it sensitive? Do you burn easily?
If there’s one thing you should know about me, it’s that I take skincare (and SPF) very seriously. I’m incredibly fair and, after growing up in Hawaii, sunburn is my worst nightmare. It doesn’t take much for me to turn pink, and my skin is pretty sensitive. My skincare routine itself is a spiritual experience for me every morning and night — and Coachella weekend is no different. No matter how exhausted I am, I always get through every step.
You’ve been to Coachella a dozen times, so you know what to expect. What skin concerns did you have this year?
My biggest concerns are always aggressors like too much sun exposure and getting dust and dirt on my skin. I try to avoid heading to the festival too early in the day when the sun is super hot, but sometimes it’s unavoidable if you want to see certain musicians play, so you should always wear sunscreen.
What was your go-to product for protecting your skin from those festival aggressors?
Moisturizer is a non-negotiable in the desert. It’s so dry out there, and the second you step outside, you feel like your skin is being zapped of hydration. This year, Neutrogena® Hydro Boost Hyaluronic Acid SPF 50 Moisturizer was my secret weapon. It gave me sun protection (hello, SPF 50!) and, thanks to hyaluronic acid, it was also super hydrating.
How did you incorporate the moisturizing SPF into your skincare routine throughout the weekend?
I used the Hydro Boost Hyaluronic Acid SPF 50 Moisturizer before applying my makeup. I loved how lightweight the fragrance-free formula was, and how glowy it made my skin. It quickly became a festival essential for me, my husband, and my friends.
What’s the final verdict?
I’m thrilled to report I had zero sunburn and no new breakouts after using the Hydro Boost Hyaluronic Acid SPF 50 Moisturizer all weekend. My skin felt happy and healthy (and almost like I got a full eight hours of sleep every night). Now, it’s a part of my daily lineup — no festival pun intended.