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Spf 50 or 30 which is better. How to choose sunscreen

Almost all of us like the sun, the sea, the tan and the beach. Many are aware that the sun's rays are not always beneficial and sun protection in the form of creams, oils and sprays is needed.
But not everyone knows and knows how to properly use sun cream so as not to harm health. Sun protection, the right sunscreen or sunscreen, as it is also called, is especially needed for children. You will learn how to prepare for the summer, choose the best sunscreen, choose from a variety and decide which sun protection is best and will suit you and your family, understand all the nuances of SPF, as well as UV rays, and not overpay for sunscreen, you will learn from today's article.

Vitamin D and its effect on the body

Everyone knows the benefits of vitamin D, which the body receives during exposure to the sun. Vitamin D improves mood, helps to overcome the development of rickets in children, reduces the risk of heart
diseases, has a positive effect on mental health and even relieves girls from thrush. But all this in small doses that do not exceed the norm.

We are used to enjoying the sun and it is especially difficult not to break loose and lie all day on the beach under the scorching rays, breaking out of a long, endless and annoying winter.
Nevertheless, after reading this article, I hope you reflect and analyze the potential benefits and perceived harm when choosing the best sunscreen.

According to WHO, only a small percentage of Russians are diagnosed with melanoma, and therefore, the level of this type of cancer in our country is very high, because it is detected
usually quite late.

On the one hand, the rules for being in the sun are simple and understandable to everyone: do not be in direct sunlight from 10 am to 4 pm, wear a hat and shirts with sleeves for children (or rashguards), keep children under one year old in the shade under an umbrella and do not forget about the drinking regime, follow the UV index.
On the other hand, who follows these rules?

Let's first understand the terminology and what the labels on the packaging of sunscreen mean, firstly, to choose the best sunscreen, and secondly, not to overpay for the tricks of sunscreen manufacturers.

Sun protection - how to choose a sunscreen?

Sun protection is divided into types. There is chemical and physical sun protection.

Chemical filters protecting from the sun contain - oxybenzone, avobenzone and other "ones".

The physical protection filter is usually provided by talc, titanium dioxide and zinc oxide. That is, for a reason, Thais and Thais generously sprinkle themselves and their children with dioxide-based talc
titanium and zinc oxide.

Cons of using physical filters - are poorly absorbed, cover the skin with a dense film and are quickly washed off. It is enough to swim in the sea or pool once,
and again you need to sprinkle yourself from head to toe with talc and powder.

Pros of a Chemical Sun Protection Filter in that it is a pleasant viscous mass (cream or lotion, spray, oil), which is perfectly absorbed, smells great and is not felt on the skin.

Minus- sometimes, under the influence of sunlight, oxybenzone and avobenzone mutate into free radicals and can cause neoplasms on the body.

There is an option where a sunscreen manufacturer combines these two types, chemical and physical, for better sun protection and absorbency.

Sun protection - What does the inscription - SPF mean?

SPF is an abbreviation that stands for Sun Protection Factor in English, which means sun protection factor.

Magazines, newspapers, television remind us that in the summer or while on vacation in hot countries, you need to protect your skin from the sun and UV rays.

The SPF (UVB sun protection factor) is the first thing you should look for when choosing a good sunscreen to avoid sunburn.

!Important!

Many mistakenly believe that the SPF scale is 2, 5, 15, 30, 50, etc.; is the amount of time you can spend in the sun without damage.
The SPF index means that you can withstand 15, 30, 50 times more sun protection than without it.

A well-known technique for determining the SPF you need is this: you need to multiply the number of minutes in which you will burn in the sun without a remedy by the estimated SPF of protection and get the number of minutes that you can safely spend in the sun.

However, WHO does not agree with this interpretation and recommends that you renew absolutely any cream, spray, oil, stick from the sun at least every two hours.

Sun protection - Consumer fraud or difference in - SPF 30 and SPF 100

This information is known only to those who "dig deep" on the topic of sun protection and sunscreens.

It is unlikely that you are aware that the difference between a sunscreen with a factor of 30 and a cream labeled 70-100 is only a few percent.

Moreover, in most countries it is strictly forbidden to indicate more than 50 SPF on a jar or tube, as this is a clear deception of the consumer.

The difference in SPF 50 and SPF 100 is negligible, and inspired by the numbers and the price per bottle, people mistakenly try to spend unlimited time under the scorching rays.

Speaking of price. Surely you have noticed that sunscreens with a factor of 50 and above cost some space money.
Do not feed the industry, buy a sunscreen with SPF 30 - this is the best option, since 50 differs from it in the level of protection from 1 to 2%

SPF 30 - protects the skin from UV rays by 96%
SPF 50 - protects the skin from burns by 98%
And the difference in price between them is several hundred rubles.

The density of sunscreen is also important. As much as you'd like to look pretty and dainty on the beach, dermatologists don't recommend rubbing sunscreen until absorbed, leaving a thick layer on the skin's surface to create a denser sunscreen "screen".

Choosing a sunscreen for yourself and for the child

I have already eaten more than one dog buying creams, sprays, sticks, gels, oils from the sun.
Living in a hot country, I can responsibly say that expensive sunscreens are often better than cheap ones.

To my great regret, the best remedy for the sun that I came across is more expensive than all the others. It is manufactured by Banana Boat.

Pay attention to the number of pluses at the PA marking - ‘this is the maximum

This Australian company produces sunscreens of all types and types. For babies, children, adults, face and body, and its main advantage is that you can spend active time in the sun
without fear of burning.

When I talk about being active, I mean doing sports, running, sweating and not smearing every 5 seconds.
It is the Banana boat that I buy Masha for tennis, only the spray with SPF 50 and UVA and UVB ++++ protection copes with the hot and radioactive Thai sun.

There is such a spray in pharmacies and at 7/11 - 720 baht, that is, somewhere around 1200 rubles. Expensive, yes. Enough if you use every day of the week for 3-4.

The Banana Boat line also has a good anti-burn spray, but I usually don’t buy it, since aloe gel copes with sunburn just as well and minimizes peeling of the skin quickly
healing and saturating the skin with moisture.

Buying a good sunscreen spray is important, because the appearance of freckles, new moles, their growth and number is not something cute and useful, but an occasion to wonder if you are doing everything right.

I already wrote about sunscreens on the site, recommended creams and sprays from Boots. I take back my words. They are good, but not worth the money.

In addition to Banana Boat, in my opinion, one of the best sun creams is made by Nivea. Not even a cream, but a spray, the same as Banana Boat.

At the price of Nivea a little cheaper, SPF 50.

Sometimes, very rarely, both Nivea and Banana Boat have sales and you can buy two bottles for the price of one at the Boots or Watsons Thai pharmacy.

I think you know that babies up to 6-8 months are better not to be smeared with sunscreen at all, so as not to tempt fate.
But when the expected harm is greater than the expected benefit, you should certainly use a cream or at least sun powder.

For children, creams and sprays are usually produced in an opaque and non-white color. Often blue or green so that you can see all the places where you still need to apply the cream.

Apply sunscreen to your child 30 minutes before going out in the sun. This rule applies to everyone.

Personally, I love spray sunscreen. It is convenient to apply, it is convenient to smear, hands do not get dirty like from cream and especially oil.
The probability that the jar will leak and stain the bag is 0.

I will say a few more words about cheap sunscreens. Usually it's a cat in a poke.
It is not known who produced and under what control, all funds within the cost of 100-300 baht showed themselves at 3 out of 5.
Even SPF 50, bought for less than 500 rubles, did not cope with the task at all. This is my experience. I do not rule out that yours is different.

Coming to Thailand, it is quite enough to use a sun cream or spray with SPF 15 for people with dark skin and dark hair and with SPF 50 for fair-skinned blondes.

Once again I urge you not to overpay and not buy nonsense like SPF 70 and 100

What else to protect from the sun besides the body?

If you have moles, age spots, condylomas, warts or other skin formations on your body, be sure to smear them with SPF 50 cream before going out into the sun, no less.

Sun protection for face and lips

If we are talking about sun protection in the city, it is not necessary to apply a greasy dense mass on the face in the form of a cream with SPF 50.
It is enough just to give yourself a task and always buy all cosmetics with sun protection in the form of UVA and UVB rays.
Now the lion's share of all cosmetics contains sunscreen.

Lips should be smeared with lipstick with an SPF of at least 15. So that the lips do not crack, do not age prematurely, but look moisturized, saturated and do not lose their color and density.
Don't wear lipstick, no problem. Buy a hygienic lip gloss or lip stick.

What are the types of solar radiation and how do they work?

There are three types of solar radiation: infrared - this type creates the effect of heat and warms us in the summer; The visible spectrum is the very rays of the sun.
that our eyes perceive. And ultraviolet radiation. Ultraviolet radiation is abbreviated as UV.

When choosing the best sunscreen, sunscreen, spray or oil, the first thing you need to know is which types of UV are dangerous and which are not.

The name UV waves is related to the wavelength.
UVC is the wavelength range from 100 to 300 nm and is the most destructive. Luckily for us, the range
UVC does not reach the surface of the earth, because it would simply burn all life.

UVB is a wave in the range of 290 - 340 nm and UVB radiation is up to 20% of all radiation that hits the surface of the earth.
It is UVB waves that help us get a beautiful bronze tan, for which people go to warm countries.
The B wave spectrum actively affects DNA cells and causes various damage to its structure, which in general is not too dangerous if you do not spend hours and days under the scorching sun.

The most dangerous waves are the UVA spectrum of ultraviolet waves. The UVA spectrum with a wavelength of up to 400 nm is more than 85% of all solar radiation that hits our skin.
Due to the fact that UVA waves are longer than UVB waves, they do not affect redness and sunburn, but they penetrate into deep skin cells and the substances they produce remain and harm the skin much more.

1. UVA rays are always active when the sun is shining. Both in winter and in summer.

2. UVA rays are generally everywhere, regardless of whether you are in the tropics, in the mountains or in a metropolis

3. UVA rays are harmful even when you are in the office if the sun shines through the window

4. UVA rays pass through car windows

5. UVA rays come not only from the sun, but also from fluorescent lamps and lamps in solariums.

What risk do we face by not protecting ourselves from UVA rays?

1. Risk of sunstroke and intoxication
2. UV-A rays penetrate the skin to a depth of two times greater than the rays of group B
3. Group A UV rays can cause corneal burns, retinal damage and cataracts
4. It is the rays of the UV-A group that provoke and increase the risk of developing skin cancer.
5. Skin aging, thinning, dryness and fragility of the integument are associated with the penetration of UV-A rays under the skin

Knowing all these parameters, the task, before buying a sunscreen for yourself, children and the whole family, is to choose a product that not only has a high SPF level, but also protects against two groups of UVA and UVB rays.

In Thailand, Japan, China and other Asian countries, the best UVA protection is still marked with a “P” mark.

For example, P+ P++ P++++ etc. The more pluses on the sunscreen, the better. Maximum protection - 4 pluses on the package.

How to choose sunscreen for your skin type

Surely you are aware that the skin of all people in the world is divided into types. If you have fair skin, light eyes, and burn easily, then you are at the highest risk.
The same rule applies to infants, young children, whose skin is still very thin, delicate and does not have such a natural degree of protection as adults.

If your skin type is dark (dark eyes, brown or black hair naturally), this does not mean that you do not need to use sunscreen. Even representatives need sun cream
the Negroid race, since all people in the world not only sunbathe, but also burn out. It is only a matter of time and the number of minutes spent under the scorching sun.

It is also worth noting that the closer you are to the Equator, the stronger the radiation from the sun's rays, and the more protection factor your sunscreen should have.

As for Thailand, even those with dark skin should use sunscreen here, for the simple reason that a burn, skin aging, destruction of elastin and collagen are not the worst things.
Sunstroke, loss of consciousness, skin cancer - these things are worth fearing and trying to avoid.

Choosing a sunscreen and cosmetics with an SPF filter is worth a wide range. Which blocks not only the rays of the UVB group, but also the rays of the UVA group.

What is Tan and where does it come from?

Surely you have thought about the mechanism of acquiring a tan. Why do some people tan better, acquire an even, beautiful, bronze tan, while others can only dream of such a thing and are never able to tan? It's all about skin types and body chemistry.

The skin is a protective layer of our body, which, being under ultraviolet light, begins to create a barrier. The epidermis contains cells called melanocytes, they are responsible for the production of melanin in the body.
A beautiful tan is just a protective reaction of the skin in response to its degeneration by UVA and UVB rays.
Our skin, while under the scorching sun, coarsens, becomes drier, darker, and even the English word “Tan” refers us to tanning processes and working with animal skin to produce leather products.

Dark skin copes better with the invasion of the skin of the sun's rays, and fair skin is worse. Therefore, the lighter the skin, the more difficult it is for a person to tan and the more he needs sun protection.

Can sunburn cause skin cancer?

This is not to say that only the rays of the UVA group are dangerous. To provoke the growth of atypical cells, the rays of the UVB group also make their "mite".

Basal cell carcinoma is a type of benign and malignant tumors, one of the most common skin diseases, certainly associated with exposure to the sun.
There are studies that say that children who burned badly at least once in infancy increase the risk of developing skin cancer in the future by two times.
Both basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma affect predominantly visible areas of the body: the scalp, neck, face, and hands.

Scientists agree that uncontrolled exposure to the sun during dangerous hours using sunscreens, even with a high protection factor, can be no less dangerous than being without them.
The thing is that not a single sun remedy, either chemical or physical, is recognized as completely useful and natural and cannot be recommended for use in large doses.

Does the sun age the skin?

In short, yes, it's getting old. Sun exposure is not without consequences and you have probably noticed how dry, dehydrated, stretched and damaged the skin of those who are covered with a brown-black tan. This is especially true for older people, in whom skin regeneration is no longer the same as in young people, damage to the skin, microcracks heal more difficult.

People all over the world (excluding Asia) associate a tan with health, wealth, and a successful lifestyle. It doesn't matter where you got your tan from - from a solarium or at sea, ultraviolet penetrates into the deep layers of the skin and destroys elastin, collagen, dehydrates and even leads to the appearance of age spots ahead of time.

While you are young and don't think about it, spending hours on the beach under the sun, burning yourself to the state of boiled cancer, everything seems not terrible and not so important.
The effect of the sun on the skin is imperceptible, but over the years, the consequences will be not only on the face, but also on the body.

How to sunbathe safely - basic rules

If you are going on vacation with children and are going to sunbathe, spend a lot of time in the sun, try to follow at least some rules.

Babies and young children, especially those with fair skin, should not be exposed to direct sunlight from 10 am to 3-4 pm. Jae on a cloudy day ultraviolet
penetrates into our skin by 85-90%.

Apply sunscreen BEFORE you leave the house, at least 20-30 minutes in advance.

Sunscreen, spray, oil, stick, should be used every 1.5-2 hours, even if they are waterproof. If they are normal, then even more often.

Usually sunscreen is not stored for more than one summer season, as the heat destroys its beneficial properties, the cream simply “rots”.

In the sun, a child and you should always wear a shirt with a sleeve if the stay is longer than 10-15 minutes between 10 am and 4 pm.

A hat, panama with fields, a rashguard - the first thing a baby will need on the beach.

The closer to the equator the country you are going to rest, the stronger and more radioactive the solar radiation.

If you do get burned, apply aloe vera gel or bepanthen as soon as possible. Update them every 1.5-2 hours until improvement occurs.

Reduce the SPF of your sunscreen gradually. Starting from 30 to 5-10.

Going to the sea, to the country house or to the forest, and even just wandering the streets during the hot season, you run the risk of getting pigmentation, redness and inflammation on the skin of your face instead of a uniform beautiful tan. This can be avoided by using special sunscreens. But what is good and what to look for when choosing, read our article below.

Functions of face sunscreen

Video about the rules for choosing a cream:

The composition of such creams must contain zinc oxide (zinc oxide), titanium dioxide (titanium dioxide) or avobenzone (avobenzone).

It is also desirable that the cream contains a substance such as Mexoryl SX or Tinosorb. They will reliably protect the skin from harmful beta radiation.

How to apply

How to apply sunscreen is very simple. It must be applied to washed and dry skin of the face 20-30 minutes before going outside.
It is best to use this tool after applying the usual day cream.
During the day, the sun layer must be renewed. The surface of the cream can be matted with powder with a sunscreen.

Do not use ordinary powder without a filter, because it will negate the entire protective effect of the cream.

Video review of creams

TOP - the best. Price

Bark

This cream with SPF 40 protection is produced in our country, it is inexpensive (about 500 rubles), but it is already in rather high demand. Well moisturizes and nourishes the skin.

Prevents the appearance of redness and peeling, slows down aging.

Faberlic

Faberlic cosmetics are produced in Russia. Sunscreen for the face with SPF 30 from the "Summer" series has several benefits:

Protects against all types of radiation, including UVA rays.
Prevents the occurrence of sunburn and does not allow the skin to age.
Prevents the appearance of pigmentation caused by the sun.
Moisturizes the skin, making it softer and more even.
It has a waterproof and lightweight formula.
It applies well and absorbs well. And how to choose a face cream after 30 years can be found by.

The composition contains: oxygen complex Novaftem-O2, beeswax, vitamin E, wheat proteins. If you are allergic to beeswax, then you should pay attention to.

Approximate price: 230 rubles

Clarins

This sunscreen with SPF 50 from a French manufacturer is recommended for those with very sensitive skin, and especially on days of intense sun activity.

The cream contains: a complex of sun filters that meet international standards, senna extract, Abyssinian pea, plane tree, olive and baobab.

The approximate price is 1700 rubles.

Anthelios spf 50 La roche-posay anthelios

On every day

Good for daily use:

Anthelios spf 50 La roche-posay
Faberlic
Clinique Superdefence spf 25
LAVERA

Approximate price - 1300 rubles

From pigmentation

If your skin is prone to the active formation of age spots, then you can pay attention to such means:

Clinique Even Better Dark Spot Defense SPF 45
Anna Lotan White Pearl Protective Day Cream SPF 30
Faberlic sun protection SPF 30
Vichy Capital Soleil Creme SPF50
Lirene Anti-Aging Protective Face Sunscreen SPF30

Face cream with SPF 30 is a universal sunscreen that is suitable for all skin types. A sun protection factor with this factor is used in day creams, sunscreen cosmetics, and foundations.

Sun Protect Filter (SPF) 30- a sun protection filter with a filtration index of 30. The number shows how many times longer you can sunbathe in the sun. If it takes 5 minutes under the open rays of the sun until your skin turns slightly red, then with SPF 30 sunscreen you can sunbathe for 150 minutes.

Sunscreen is an important part of skin care, especially at this time of year when the sun is very bright and sunburn is inevitable. The skin requires constant protection from ultraviolet radiation, not only when you are at the beach, but also on ordinary days. It is important to choose a product that will protect the skin from the components of solar radiation - UVA and UVB rays.

Beauticians do not recommend using the same sunscreen for the body and face. The skin on different parts of our body requires specific care and protection. Facial skin care should be delicate. Choose creams with SPF that are designed for the face.

Manufacturers include a sunscreen factor in the composition of various cosmetics:

Concealer;
Sunscreen;

SPF level

For reliable protection of the skin of the face from ultraviolet radiation, you need to choose a cream with a suitable protective factor.

Spf levels for facial skin protection:

spf from 5 to 15- the cream is ideal for swarthy girls, and those whose skin is difficult to tan;
spf from 20 - 25- a tool that is recommended for use in everyday life as part of day face creams;
spf 30- an ideal indicator, suitable for protecting the skin from ultraviolet radiation. Face cream with spf 30 has an optimal protective index, which is suitable for the beach and daily use.
spf 50 and more contain creams that are recommended for women with sensitive skin or during long walks in the sun. It is not recommended to use creams with spf 50 for daily protection of the skin of the face. They have a more fatty composition and cause discomfort - lying on the skin with a film.

The most optimal level of light-sensitive filters that should be contained in the cream is spf 30. A cream with spf 30 filters out 97% of the rays that affect the skin of the face.

There are many cosmetic brands that provide their own options for sunscreens with different protection index. In this article, we will tell you what is the best sunscreen with spf 30 and what products are used by thousands of women around the world.

Review of the best face creams with spf 30

Avene Cleanance cream spf 30 for problem skin with acne

Avene produces one of the most popular creams with an spf 30 protection index. The cream is recommended for the protection of dry and sensitive skin. It is effective against both long and short UV rays. The cream does not contain parabens and is very resistant to water.
Satisfies the basic requirements that apply to sunscreens: safety, effectiveness, comfort and quality. The cream contains an active complex of components, which was developed by leading experts in the industry.
The main purpose of the cream is to protect sensitive skin prone to rashes from sunlight. Suitable for fair skin.

Price: 900 rub.

Clinique Sun sun protection product. The cream is developed on the basis of Solar Smart technology.
The tool has a different ratio of filters from UVA and UVB rays 1:3. Clinique Face Cream SPF 30 contains more protective components against the second type of radiation. This concentration of substances is necessary for the gentle protection of the skin from the most harmful spectrum of rays that cause many skin diseases and sunburn.

Price: 300 rub.

Garnier BB Amber Solaire SPF 30 Sun Cream

The cream is intended for delicate skin of the face and décolleté;
Effective against ultraviolet radiation of two spectra;
Moisturizes and softens the skin of the face;
Evens out the texture of the skin;
Adjusts individually to skin color;
Prevents withering of the skin, the appearance of pigmentation and rashes;
Has a light creamy texture with a pleasant shade;
Provides velvety skin;
The cream is intended for both light and tanned skin.

Price: 405 rub.

Lambre Sunscreen Face & Body SPF 30

Sunscreen has a protection factor with an index of 30. Suitable for high-quality and timely protection of the skin of the face and body from the negative effects of ultraviolet radiation. The cream contains a photo-resistant filter system that has a wide spectrum of action. The cream carefully envelops the skin of the face, forming a screen that repels the sun's rays.
Lambre UV protection provides an even and healthy tan. The cream is ideal for sensitive skin, does not cause allergies and irritation. It is suitable for all skin types, including fair skin.

Price: 270 rub.

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UV protection is essential to prevent signs of aging and skin cancer.

There is no 100% effective way to protect yourself from the sun. Perhaps the most effective is not to leave the house, but this is impossible.

Unfortunately, there is a lot of different conflicting information - negative articles in the scientific community, marketing tricks and biased reviews from beauty bloggers, all this complicates the choice and leads to a stupor. In this article, we will reveal the mechanism of how sunscreens work and give some tips on choosing.

How sunscreen works

Sunscreens (creams, sprays) act on the skin in two ways, protecting against the harmful effects of ultraviolet radiation.

Reflect. Most products create a thin layer of "screen" that scatters and reflects the sun's rays.

Absorb. Some products work as sun absorbers - stop ultraviolet radiation, absorb and prevent it from penetrating into the skin.

No matter what principle the work of this or that product is based on, all sunscreen cosmetics do not provide 100% protection. Part of the radiation will still penetrate the skin.

UVA and UVB

There are several types of solar radiation - UVC, UVB and UVA:

UVC - rays that are deadly for humans, which scatter in the ozone layer of our atmosphere, without harming all life on Earth.

UVB is a short-wavelength radiation that only penetrates the top layer of the skin (epidermis), but it is this type of rays that causes sunburn and is a common cause of cancer.

UVA is long-wave radiation that surrounds us and permeates everything from sunrise to sunset. These rays affect the body, even when we are indoors, and penetrate deeper than the epidermis into the dermis. Does not cause burns, but contributes to the appearance of sunburn, pigmentation, photoaging of the skin and the appearance of wrinkles. Research is underway to identify the involvement of UVA rays in the formation of skin cancer.

What is SPF

SPF is an abbreviation for Sun Protection Factor. The numerical indicator is an indicator of the degree of protection against solar radiation. On average, the skin is exposed to UVB rays and gets burned in 10 minutes, for example, if you apply sunscreen with SPF15, then the protection will last for 150 minutes (average of 10 minutes multiplied by the number of SPF).

But, unfortunately, not everything is so simple and unambiguous. If you compare a cream with SPF15 with SPF30, then the latter will not be twice as effective. SPF 15 blocks approximately 93% of the rays, SPF 30 - 97%, SPF 50 - 98%. When choosing a sunscreen, there are many factors to consider: skin tone, geographic location, climate, season, and more. For example, for fair skin, it is desirable to select products with a numerical SPF higher than for dark skin. If you live in the Leningrad or Moscow regions, then the SPF number in the cream will be lower than the value of the product that you take to travel around the equator.

What is PA

PA is a measure used by sunscreen manufacturers in Korea and Japan to indicate protection against UVA rays. PA+ indicates minimal protection, PA++ moderate, PA+++ strong.

Product examples

Korean sunscreen SPF-50 / PA+++ with aloe for face and body Farm Stay

Sunscreen with a light texture and a high spectrum of protection - SPF-50 / PA +++. Aloe vera softens and nourishes the skin, prevents redness after sunburn.

Effectively protects against long UVA rays, prevents photoaging, sun allergy and redness. Snail extract heals skin injuries, vitamin E nourishes and has a rejuvenating effect.

What to look for when choosing sunscreen

Compound

Effective sunscreens should contain:

Avobenzone(avobenzone) is a water-resistant mild chemical that does an excellent job of absorbing UVA rays.

Titanium dioxide(Titanium dioxide) and zinc oxide(zinc oxide) - classic broad-spectrum sunscreens that absorb UVB rays and part of UVA. Despite their stability and effectiveness, these synthetic components should not dominate, otherwise there is a risk of blockage of the sebaceous glands and cell mutation.

When choosing a product, pay attention to the list of ingredients, along with synthetics, the composition should contain a lot of moisturizing, organic nutrients.

Product examples

Cream SPF 15 for normal to dry skin Mineralium with avobenzone and titanium dioxide

Avobenzone and titanium dioxide effectively protect the skin from the harmful effects of sunlight. Hyaluronic acid, aloe, vitamins, rice proteins and Dead Sea minerals contained in the composition moisturize, nourish the skin, smooth wrinkles.

Mineralium Oily Skin Matte Sunscreen SPF15 with Avobenzone & Titanium Dioxide

Contains avobenzone and titanium dioxide. Also, contains vitamins C and E, aloe, Dead Sea minerals. The cream gently removes sebum and protects the skin from the sun's rays.

Water resistance

If you use sunscreen before exercising, going to the beach, or if you live in a humid climate, your sunscreen should be water and sweat resistant. Please note that the term "water resistant" does not imply complete water resistance. On average, sunscreens with this mark can withstand up to 2.5 minutes of activity in the water (for example, water polo). Also, after being in the water and further drying the skin with a towel, you will have to reapply sunscreen.

Product examples

Sea Of Spa Waterproof Sunscreen Moisturizer Face & Body SPF 50

Contains vitamins and minerals from the Dead Sea, which moisturize and nourish the skin. Provides strong protection against UVB and UVA rays. Resistant to water and sweat.

Waterproof sunscreen for face and body SPF30 ea Of Spa Mineral Sun Block

Contains vitamins and minerals from the Dead Sea, which moisturize and nourish the skin. Also contains titanium dioxide. Provides strong protection against UVB and UVA rays. Resistant to water and sweat.

Sunscreens should not cause discomfort

If you experience itching or burning after applying any sunscreen or spray, stop using that product and find a new one suitable for your skin type.

Choose Light Creams for Acne Skin

Acne occurs as a result of a malfunction of the sebaceous glands, inflammation of the pores and hair follicles. When choosing a sunscreen for acne-prone skin, you need to be very careful. We recommend water-mineral based oil-free products.

Product examples

Pay attention to the expiration date

Purchase products that have a sufficient shelf life. When a sunscreen comes to the end of its expiration date, many synthetic sunscreens are likely to degrade - at best, such a product will not be effective, at worst, it will harm the skin or cause allergies.

Symbol indicating expiration date in months

How to apply sunscreen

Squeeze out the cream or gel and apply with palms to areas that will be exposed to sunlight. Rub in until completely absorbed. Experts recommend not to skimp and apply the cream on the whole body in the amount of two tablespoons.

We recommend applying sunscreen 30 minutes before leaving the house.

When in intense sunlight, reapply every two hours.

Pay special attention to the skin of the face, apply the cream to all areas, including lips, ears, chin. Creams with SPF and PA will be an excellent base for make-up.

If you use sunscreen, be careful not to get it in your eyes or inhale it.

And remember that no product provides 100% sun protection. During the period of solar activity (from noon to evening), be sure to wear hats and light cotton clothes with long sleeves, use sunglasses, minimize time in the scorching Sun, stay indoors under air conditioners.

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UVB stimulate the production of melanin, that is, they are responsible for Tan. They also cause sunshine. burns.
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UVA penetrate deeper into tissues, destroy cell DNA, provoke photoaging(wrinkles, age spots), photodermatitis, can lead to malignant neoplasms.

The numbers next to the abbreviation SPF(Sun Protection Factor) inform about the degree of protection only against UVB rays i.e. burns. The level of protection against A-rays has a different indication. This protection is provided by means with the following marking:

the letter "A" in a circle;

inscription broad spectrum (broad spectrum of radiation);

abbreviation PPD (Persistent Pigment Darkening) or PA - in the Asian market.

What are creams with SPF

Sunscreens are divided into several groups depending on the SPF value.

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Low degree of protection - these include all means with SPF below 15. Such products are suitable only for people with very dark skin of phototypes V and VI.
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Medium degree of protection - SPF 15-20. Addressed to naturally swarthy people who do not burn in the sun. However, much depends on the level of solar activity. With the scorching summer sun in the mountains, the tropics or on the coast, such protection will be insufficient.
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High degree of protection - SPF 30 and 50.
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Very high degree of protection SPF 50+- this category includes sunscreen products with a factor of 70, 80, 100.

Sunscreen with SPF 70, 80, 100

The higher the SPF value of a sunscreen, the better it protects from the sun. Does this mean that choosing a cream with a three-digit protective factor, you can feel safe? The answer is no, you can't, and here's why.

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None of the existing cosmetics provides complete protection from the sun.
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The consumer, following the simplest logic, thinks that SPF 30 protects the skin twice as much as SPF 15, and SPF 100 is twice as high as SPF 50. In fact, the logic is different.

SPF 15 blocks 93% of UVB rays.

SPF 50 (+) - 98%.

As you can see, the difference between fifty and one hundred is very small, only one percent. Therefore, European recommendations require that the maximum SPF 50 be indicated on the packaging, and everything above should be marked with a “+” sign.

Dermatologists believe that "weaving" purely psychologically gives the consumer a false sense of complete security and he begins to neglect the rules of "safe tanning", without which creams with SPF simply cannot provide the claimed protection, ”garnier expert Marina Kamanina believes.

So if you get burned even under the cover of SPF 50+ cream, then you did something wrong. Check yourself again by reading.

Recall the two basic rules for using SPF cosmetics.

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Apply generously and evenly.
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Renew every 2 hours and after swimming.

Rating of the best creams with an SPF 50 factor

In this review, we have collected the best, according to the site team, products with a maximum protection factor of 50 and 50+.

Mattifying Gel Cream Anthelios XL, SPF 50+, La Roche-Posay

A godsend for those who struggle with oily sheen on their face every summer. The tool not only protects the skin from the sun, but also mattifies due to the Airlicium component.

Face and eye cream Anthelios Ultra Cream, SPF 50+, La Roche-Posay

Moisturizing non-greasy cream that can be applied to the skin of the face, including the eyelid area.

Ambre Solaire Expert Protection Moisturizing Dry Face Spray SPF 50, Garnier, 75 ml

Indisputable advantages: lightness, compactness and the ability to apply even over makeup.

Sun stick for sensitive areas and lips Capital Idéal Soleil, SPF 50+, Vichy

Saves sensitive areas from sunburn and prevents photoaging. The stick can be used instead of hygienic lipstick, treated with moles, applied to the delicate skin around the eyes. The list of ingredients has a lot of useful things: cocoa and shea butter, castor oil, vitamin E.

Body spray Sublime Sun "Extra Protection", SPF 50+, L "Oréal Paris

Enhanced protection against UVB and UVA rays combined with an airy texture that is imperceptible on the skin. And no white marks.

Gel "Vetskin" Anthelios 50+, La Roche-Posay

The water-repellent sunscreen is created using a special technology that allows it to be applied directly to wet skin. At the same time, the sun protection properties remain at their best.