How to choose Face & Body Sunscreen

How do we choose Face & Body Sunscreen?

Many times we buy sunscreen in a tourist shop on the island or in the resort where we have just arrived for vacation.

Our shield of protection against the sun's dangerous rays and skin cancer, sunscreen, is often treated as a summer accessory.

Melanoma

The choice of sunscreen must of course be made with specific criteria and we must know how to read its label.

Broad spectrum sunscreen

Broad-spectrum sunscreen means that this product protects us from both types of UV radiation:

UVA (the well-known photoaging rays)
UVB (the rays that darken the skin and are responsible for the burns we get when the dose of radiation is high)

SPF sun protection Factor

The SPF (Sun Protection Factor) is the sun protection index that every sunscreen product offers.

The SPF on the label of the sunscreen package indicates how long we can stay protected in the sun compared to if we were not wearing sunscreen.

A higher SPF does not mean increased protection for the skin but a longer time spent in the sun.

The American Academy of Dermatology recommends sunscreen products with an SPF of at least 30.

Waterproof Sunscreen

Dermatologists recommend the use of water-resistant sunscreen products,

Not all sunscreens carry the "water resistant" label, but even those that have it do not mean that they offer continuous protection.

The water resistance lasts up to 40 or 80 minutes and the application must be repeated.

Sun protection

Sun protection concerns us all.

Men, women, either they tan easily, or they don't tan at all, children over 6 months.

The key to the correct use of sunscreen (gel, spray, cream, powder) is to apply it every two hours, as well as after swimming or sweating.

Also, the application of the sunscreen must be done 30 minutes before exposure to the sun.

In addition, we should not be frugal with the amount of sunscreen we use.

Most people need one ounce, or about 28 grams, of sunscreen for the whole body.

Children are also very sensitive to the sun's radiation, especially infants, who should not be exposed to the sun until the age of 6 months. We choose children's or babie's sunscreens specially designed for their skin.

Skin Pigmentation on Face

«Increased melanin, i.e. tanning, can protect the skin from burning, but not from the harmful effects of UV radiation»

Sun Tip

Sunscreen alone is not enough to protect against solar radiation.

Completelly sun protection includes other means such as light clothing (long sleeves, pants), sunglasses and a hat.

Face Sunscreen

No matter how strong our moisturizer is, no matter how much serum we use, the skin is not protected from the sun if we do not use the appropriate sunscreen.

We choose the appropriate sunscreen face cream as follows:

For oily skin, we prefer a sunscreen cream with a thin texture and a high protection index.
If the skin has acne tendencies, we can use specialized products that regulate oiliness.
If the skin is dry, choose a sunscreen cream with a thick texture.

Dermatological Examination

« Moisturizers and foundations with SPF are not sufficient for the sun protection of the face, which needs SPF 30 or 50 »

Frequent Questions

I have skin pigmentation. Is there any sunscreen product that will protect my skin and cover at the same time?

Tinted sunscreens seem to help protect against melasma.
If your exposure to the sun is limited, SPF 15 is enough, if it is longer than a few minutes, prefer a sunscreen with a protection factor of 30

Should I use hair sunscreen?

Research has shown that UV radiation affects both hair color and structure, as well as the scalp. Therefore, sun protection is necessary in this area as well

What is the difference between physical and chemical sunscreens?

Natural sunscreens act like a "sponge" absorbing the sun's rays, while chemical sunscreens act like a shield, deflecting the sun's rays away from your skin.