Everyone needs protection from the harmful rays of the sun. We hear terms such as SPF, UVA and UVB, but what do these terms really mean? SPF stands for sun protection factor. SPF numbers measure a sunscreen's effect against UVB rays. These numbers can range from 2 to 70. Dermatologists recommend using a sunscreen with an SPF factor of at least 30.
UVA rays penetrate deeply into the sin,, but are not as strong as UVB rays. These rays are thought to contribute to aging, wrinkling, and skin cancer. If you've ever used a tanning bed, you've been exposed to UVA rays. UVB rays are the primary culprit in causing skin cancer, are more intense in the summer, and affect primarily the outside layers of the skin.
If you're using a prescription topical retinoid for your acne, your skin may become irritated and peel, so be sure and wear your sunscreen. Drugs like erthomycin can also increase your chances of sun damage.
Sunscreen is meant to be applied liberally, and most people don't use enough of it. Most sunscreens should only last for four or five applications, not two or three months.
This article will examine the top ten sunscreens, and and how they protect you from the sun.
Neutrogena Healthy Defense Oil Free Sunblock
This sunblock is oil-free, so it doesn't clog up the pores of your face, preventing acne breakouts. Its light weight and fast absorbing, so you don't have that greasy feeling after you've rubbed it in. Anti-oxidants combat the free radicals that cause skin damage and wrinkles. Apply at least 15 minutes before sun exposure, and re-apply after swimming, or excess sweating.
This product comes in your choice of SPF 45 lotion or SPF 30 Sunblock Stick.
For more information, go to www. Neutrogena.com
Aveeno Sunblock Lotion
Aveeno Sunblock Lotion is oil and water-free. Water-free, means that the SPF retains its number, after forty minute of immersion in water. It blocks UVA/UVB rays and is hypoallergenic, which is more sensitive to acne prone skin.
The four ounce tube comes in your choice of SPF 30 or SPF 45.
UV Expert 20 with Mexoryl SX
UVA rays penetrate deeply into the sin,, but are not as strong as UVB rays. These rays are thought to contribute to aging, wrinkling, and skin cancer. If you've ever used a tanning bed, you've been exposed to UVA rays. UVB rays are the primary culprit in causing skin cancer, are more intense in the summer, and affect primarily the outside layers of the skin.
If you're using a prescription topical retinoid for your acne, your skin may become irritated and peel, so be sure and wear your sunscreen. Drugs like erthomycin can also increase your chances of sun damage.
Sunscreen is meant to be applied liberally, and most people don't use enough of it. Most sunscreens should only last for four or five applications, not two or three months.
This article will examine the top ten sunscreens, and and how they protect you from the sun.
Neutrogena Healthy Defense Oil Free Sunblock
This sunblock is oil-free, so it doesn't clog up the pores of your face, preventing acne breakouts. Its light weight and fast absorbing, so you don't have that greasy feeling after you've rubbed it in. Anti-oxidants combat the free radicals that cause skin damage and wrinkles. Apply at least 15 minutes before sun exposure, and re-apply after swimming, or excess sweating.
This product comes in your choice of SPF 45 lotion or SPF 30 Sunblock Stick.
For more information, go to www. Neutrogena.com
Aveeno Sunblock Lotion
Aveeno Sunblock Lotion is oil and water-free. Water-free, means that the SPF retains its number, after forty minute of immersion in water. It blocks UVA/UVB rays and is hypoallergenic, which is more sensitive to acne prone skin.
The four ounce tube comes in your choice of SPF 30 or SPF 45.
UV Expert 20 with Mexoryl SX
Comments
Thanks, I must try the spray on version. I always feel as though I waste too much using sprays when a creme will do the same job. I tried a new one recently, altough now I forget what I bought LOL. I'm saving this list because I am very particular about using a sunscreen all year round. Great article here.
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Great job!
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