A Quick Note on Sunscreen in West Texas
- 3 days ago
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A quick reminder for anyone living in West Texas: daily sunscreen matters more here than most places.
Lubbock and the surrounding region see some of the highest UV indices in the country for stretches of every year. That exposure adds up — sun spots, broken capillaries, melasma, fine lines, and accelerated skin aging are all driven by UV. Even on overcast days, even when you're "just running errands," even in winter, UV reaches the skin.
A medical-grade sunscreen makes a noticeable difference compared to drugstore options. The actives are higher quality, the formulations don't break down as quickly, and the texture is built to wear under makeup or alone. At The Spa by Sheena, we keep two SkinBetter Science sunscreens in steady rotation:
SBS SHEER SPF 56 — the everyday option, lightweight enough to wear daily, works under makeup.
SBS Tone Smart SPF 75 — the tinted option, also targets pigmentation. Best for patients managing melasma or sun damage.
A few things worth knowing about sunscreen in general:
Reapply every two hours when you're outdoors. SPF doesn't last all day, no matter what the bottle implies.
Apply enough. Most people use about a quarter of what they should. A nickel-sized amount for the face, not a pea.
Year-round, not just summer. West Texas UV doesn't take winters off.
The Spa by Sheena carries both SkinBetter Science sunscreens in-spa. If you've been meaning to upgrade your sunscreen, this is the reminder.
Book your consultation or call (806) 701-5840.
The Spa by Sheena
8713 Milwaukee Ave #200
Lubbock, Texas 79424
By Sheena Klos,
Founder · CIDESCO Certified
Master Medical Esthetician
The Spa by Sheena is a medical day spa serving Lubbock and the South Plains region of West Texas. All neurotoxin treatments are administered under the supervision of our medical director by our licensed clinical team.
