Everyone is looking forward to the warm days of summer, dreaming of a long-awaited vacation and a trip to the sea. And then came the longed-for rest, and we set about collecting suitcases. In addition to the usual cosmetics for all, it is worth making sure that you have a sunblock with you on a trip to the resort. Why? Let's figure it out.
Without a doubt, the chocolate-colored body looks very beautiful and attractive, but in an effort to achieve a similar effect, many simply risk their health by exposing their skin to merciless sunlight.
What is tanning and why can it harm
Tanning is the body's natural defense against UV rays through its pigmentation. But? in addition to acquiring a pleasant golden hue by the skin, this process is accompanied by overdrying, dehydration of the skin, and sometimes a severe burn. All this very negatively affects human health and can even lead to skin cancer. Sunblock is a real lifesaver that can protect anyone from the negative effects of sunlight.
In order to protect yourself, you need to strictly monitor the time you spend in the sun, and both its quantity and "quality" are important. Dermatologists recommend:
- do not sunbathe from 11 to 15 hours of the day. If this is not possible (for example, you are going on an excursion or working in the country), then use a sunblock with a high degree of protection;
- Wear wide-brimmed hats to protect your face from direct sunlight;
- Use moisturizers or lotions after sun exposure.
How to choose a sunblock
Almost every cosmetic company is ready to offer its customers sunscreen of varying degrees of protection against ultraviolet rays. But here is what sunblock is better and more suitable for you, can only be determined empirically. When choosing this necessary care product you need to pay attention to the following characteristics:
- In order to choose the right cream, you need to determine your phototype. The lighter your skin, the more powerful a protection factor you need. Typically, this indicator is indicated on the packaging by numbers from 2 to 30.
- For children, it is necessary to use the tool with the highest SPF indicator.
- Abbreviations on the UVA and UVB tube indicate that you have a cream filter that can protect the skin from two types (A and B spectrum).
- Better for your skin if a sunblock includes moisturizing oils.
- Use a sunscreen for your face, even if you are going on a regular walk or shopping, because it is the face skin that is most susceptible to premature aging under the influence of UV rays.
Rules for using sunscreens
It is better to apply funds to the skin 20-30 minutes before sun exposure, since any cream does not begin to act immediately. Pay special attention to the protruding parts of the body: nose, shoulders, chest.
If, in between sunbathing, you swim in the pool, sea or river, then every 2-3 baths you need to apply sun protection again. This must be done even when using a waterproof agent.
Remember that using the highest protection tanning cream does not protect you from overheating and dehydration. Therefore, drink more fluids and be attentive to your health and the health of your children.