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When (and how) to use UV Filters SPF 45 Serum by The Ordinary

Last updated on May 22, 2025.

Overview

Welcome to our guide on when (and how) to use The Ordinary UV Filters SPF 45 Serum.

When to use

We recommend using this product in the morning. In fact, 98% of routines created by our community use it in the morning.

How often

95% of routines created by our community use this product every day.

In your routine

This product is most commonly used as step 5 in a routine. Use our Routine Creator to see where you should use this product in your routine.

Fun Fact

133 routines created by our community use this product.

Shake well before use. Apply to the face liberally and evenly 15 minutes before UV exposure. To maintain protection during continued UV exposure, reapply every 2 hours or after material water exposure, towel-drying, swimming, or extensive perspiration. Use a water-resistant sunscreen if swimming or sweating. Do not stay too long in the sun, even while using a sunscreen product.

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Pair it with

Here are some of the products that our community often uses together with UV Filters SPF 45 Serum.

SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule Used together in 20% routines

PURITO Oat-In Calming Gel Cream Used together in 20% routines

The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% Used together in 18% routines

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