As summer approaches, excitement begins to fill the air with visions of longer days, short sleevestops and relaxing days on the beach. Unfortunately, that’s not the only thing that comes with the hottest time of the year. The The warmer weather invites us to shed heavy clothing and show more skinwhile invisible UV rays Aremasked in heat of the sun. This is why SPF is a crucial step in our summer skin care program.
Many of us might think of SPF as something we wear to the beach or when we’re going to be out in the sun for extended periods of time. AAs important as SPF is in these circumstances, it is just as important important for daily use. Even just getting to and from our car can expose the skin on our face, neck, and arms to a world of damage. So, What are the most important things to remember when choosing a Summer SPF? Let’s cover our basics:
Physically vS. Chemical Sunscreen
Chemical sunscreen is quite popular in the US, which is no surprise considering how easily accessible it is. Grocery store and drugstore Aislands are dominated by chemical SPF products, which would lead one to believe that they are the best option. Don’t let that fool you. Physical SPF skin care products Aremuch better for your skin, your body and for the environment. This is why:
- The mechanism of chemical SPF is to absorb the UV rays in your skin and then, through a chemical reaction, convert them into heat to disperse them. This mechanism heats the dermis, which can cause irritation, redness and discomfort. Physical SPF reflects the light off your skin like a mirror, whichis much more effective. UV rays never absorb in the skin.
- Some chemical SPF ingredients can be very irritating to the skin, while physical SPF is typically soothing and calming.
- Chemical SPF works fine the first time you apply it, but must be washed off before reapplying if you want to get the same SPF. This is because the chemical compound in the SPF must be able to penetrate the skin in order to work. The residue of the expired SPF stands in the way of new SPF, which means it cannot work as effectively. Physical SPF can be that layered without washing it off.
UVA/UVB protection in SPF skin care products
You always want to use a broad spectrum SPF because UV rays are different and both UVA and UVB rays have their own threats. UVB rays are the most common rays that SPF products protect against. They are most prominent in the hottest months of the year and the brightest hours of the day. They are responsible for burning the skin. But UVA rays are much more insidious. They are present all year round when there is daylight. They can penetrate glass and clouds Arewhich is known to worsen our skincollagen and elastin. They are responsible for several types of skin cancer. We always want to make sure that our SPF protects against both.
Bee Jane Iredalewe make a beautiful range of them makeup and skin care SPF products to meet your needs.
We know you will enjoy using all of our SPF products. Let us know which one is your favorite!
