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Summer is synonymous with vibrant memories and abundant sunlight, but protecting yourself from its rays is paramount to maintaining healthy, glowing skin. Whether taking the time to bask in the sun or simply going about your daily errands, prioritizing sun protection is essential for a comfortable and safe summer experience. Sunscreens not only protect your skin from sun damage that can lead to premature aging and skin cancer, but they also create a beautifully luminous complexion as a perfect base for your makeup. Here, our sun care guide reveals five essential tips to ensure you can enjoy sunny days worry-free.
Choose Your Perfect SPF Format
There are many forms of sun protection and you need to choose the one that is ideal for you, both in terms of ingredients and application, depending on your skin type and lifestyle. There are lotions, sticks, sprays, gels and even serums. Many cosmetic products also contain SPF, such as foundations. Choose a broad spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher to ensure adequate protection against both UVA and UVB rays. Sunscreens can also be classified as physical or chemical based on their active ingredients and how they work. Chemical sunscreens contain organic compounds that absorb UV rays and convert them into heat. Physical sunscreens reflect UVA and UVB rays when applied to the skin.
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Apply SPF Generously
Ensuring sufficient application of sunscreen guarantees full coverage across all exposed skin areas. Often, many tend to apply insufficient amounts of sunscreen, leading to inadequate protection. To determine the appropriate quantity of cream necessary for effective defense against photoaging, consider adopting a straightforward guideline from the Korean skincare. Embracing the "two-finger rule" offers a simple and effective method, reminding you to apply an adequate amount of cream — by smoothly spreading two lines of sunscreen across your index and middle fingers before transferring this measure to your face.
Incorporate to Your Skincare Routine
As we have said before, sunscreen will not stop you from achieving the perfect skin glow, it will actually aid it. Most importantly, don't forget the other steps in your skincare routine — cleansing, toning, serum, cream and last but not least, sunscreen. With the right sequence, you will not only have healthy skin, but skin that glows with health from within.
Don't Forget to Renew Your SPF
It's key to reapply your sunscreen throughout the day, especially if you're going to be out in the sun for a long time. The frequency of reapplication depends on the type of sunscreen filter you're using. Chemical sunscreens, which absorb UV rays, should be reapplied every two hours or more often if you're swimming, for example. Physical sunscreens, which act as a physical barrier to reflect rays, tend to be more stable and may not need to be reapplied as often. However, if you're doing activities that could wash the sunscreen off, it's still a good idea to reapply every 4 to 6 hours.
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Thorough Skin Сleansing Afterwards
Careful cleansing of the skin after applying SPF is important for a number of reasons. SPF products are designed to adhere to the skin and form a protective barrier against the sun's harmful UV rays. This is helpful while you are in the sun, but over time sunscreen can build up on the surface of the skin and in the pores. Thoroughly cleansing your skin after applying sunscreen will help remove any remaining product and allow your skin to breathe and function optimally. We recommend using not only your usual cleanser, but also cleansing oils that can actually dissolve sunscreen from the skin.
