Everything they never told you — but your skin needs to know.
If there’s one skincare product that has the power to completely shift your skin’s future, it’s sunscreen. Yet, in India, sunscreen is still one of the most misunderstood — and most underused — steps in daily skincare.
For years, we were told that SPF was for vacations, fair skin, or extreme sun exposure. But here’s the truth: Indian skin may be rich in pigment, but it’s not immune to sun damage.
At Kaleigh, we’re here to change the way Indian skin sees sunscreen — not as an extra, but as the foundation of real skincare.
MYTH 1: “I’m Indian, I don’t burn — I don’t need sunscreen.”
FACT: You may not see a sunburn, but damage runs deeper.
Indian skin tans easily — but with that comes hyperpigmentation, melasma, uneven tone, and long-term collagen breakdown. Melanin offers some natural UV protection, but it’s far from enough. Think of SPF as your daily shield — not from tanning, but from aging, dullness, and long-term stress your skin doesn’t deserve.
MYTH 2: “It’s cloudy. I’m indoors. No sun, no SPF needed.”
FACT: UV rays are everywhere — even on rainy days and glowing through windows.
Clouds block visible light, not UV radiation. Windows filter UVB but not UVA rays — the ones responsible for deep aging and pigmentation. So yes, whether you're lounging indoors or working by a window — your skin’s still being hit. SPF isn’t just for sun. It’s for life.
MYTH 3: “Sunscreen makes my skin greasy or leaves a white cast.”
FACT: Old formulas did. Modern ones don’t — especially not ours.
At Kaleigh, we were tired of chalky, heavy SPF that felt more like makeup than skincare. So we made our SPF 50 sunscreen for Indian skin tones and Indian weather: ✅ No white cast ✅ Zero greasiness ✅ Absorbs like a serum ✅ Hydrating, yet matte ✅ Blends seamlessly into brown skin — no ghosts, no glow-ups, just skin
Because wearing sunscreen shouldn’t feel like a burden — it should feel like care.
MYTH 4: “SPF 50 means I can skip reapplying.”
FACT: Protection is powerful — but only if you reapply.
SPF 50 gives strong protection, yes. But it still fades with time, sweat, and sun. If you’re outdoors for more than a few hours, reapply every 2–3 hours. It’s not about more product — it’s about consistent defense.
MYTH 5: “I only use sunscreen to avoid tanning.”
FACT: SPF is not anti-tan. It’s pro-skin health.
The real reason to wear sunscreen isn’t just to “stay fair.” It’s to keep your skin healthy, balanced, and protected. SPF prevents:
● Dark spots & pigmentation
● Premature aging
● Barrier damage
● Inflammation
● Uneven tone & texture
If you do just one thing for your skin — let it be this:
Wear your SPF. Wear it every day.