Your regular day out can go wrong with a bad skincare routine! Talking about the skincare routine, sunscreen plays an integral role. A skincare enthusiast and a common individual with minimal interest in skincare know the importance of sunscreen, especially during summer. All thanks to the sun's rays that won't spare anyone’s skin from tanning within a few minutes of exposure. Though we all know the importance of sunscreen, we fail to analyze and dig into the insights of sunscreen that we use on a daily basis. Well, we have got you covered with some amazing insights on sunscreen that we apply inadvertently.
Know the basics: -
Sunscreens usually come in two different variants – chemical and mineral based. The mineral ones are formulated of zinc oxide or titanium oxide to stay on the surface of the skin to create a protective layer. The chemical ones are formulated with oxybenzone and octinoxate to penetrate the skin for quick UV ray-absorbing effects.
The right way to apply: -
The efficacy of sunscreen relies on the way you’ve applied it. Ensure to apply sunscreen even while staying indoors, as the rays can break through the windows. Failing to apply on a regular basis, your skin may tend to show signs of aging. Firstly, apply a moisturizer and top it up with sunscreen for protection. Before you are heading out, ensure to apply sunscreen at least 20 minutes before, as the ingredients take a few minutes to absorb and show the result. The effect of sunscreen may subside within a few hours, depending on the SPF. Hence, ensure to reapply every 2 hours while staying outdoors.
Using under the makeup: -
Sunscreen is mandatory even if your makeup is on! Those who have double-coated their skin with makeup should not forget that the UV rays can still get in. Just a single coat of SPF under your heavy or minimal makeup can protect your skin from sun damage.
Select the right SPF: -
SPF, referred to as the Sun Protection Factor, specifies to protect the bare skin from UV rays’s damage. An SPF 30 sunscreen has the ability to block 97% of UV rays, and anything with a higher SPF, for instance, SPF 50 protection can block 98% of UV rays.
Patch test first: -
It is always better to choose moisturizer-based sunscreen while avoiding oily or heavy-based sunscreen, as it can trigger acne. Do not apply without doing a patch test to see if the sunscreen suits your skin type well.
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