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5 truths and myths about sunscreen
Is last year’s sunscreen still effective? Can you tan with SPF 50? Discover the facts and myths about sunscreen and learn how to truly protect your skin. Read on!
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PB TIPS & TRICKS
Is last year’s sunscreen still effective? Can you tan with SPF 50? Discover the facts and myths about sunscreen and learn how to truly protect your skin. Read on!
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MYTH
Dermatologists say you should re-apply sunscreen at least every two hours, especially when you’re at the beach or outside for extended periods of time. Besides, you should always reapply after swimming, heavy perspiration or towelling off - yes, even if the bottle says 'water-resistant'. Because despite of the addition of water-resistant ingredients, even a water-resistant sunscreen will wear off over time - just like any other sunscreen.
TRUTH
While sun creams block many damaging skin-burning rays, they’re not as great at filtering out the milder rays, that penetrate deeper into the skin. Despite of sunlight reaching pigment cells slower, SPF50 still tans as much, but in a more gradual, even and responsible way which makes your tan last much longer.
MYTH
Sunscreen can be used for up to 12 months after opening. When it comes to sun creams it's important not to ignore this advice. After the packaging has been opened or comes into contact with high temperatures, the active ingredients begin to decompose, and can become inactive and ineffective. Therefore, keep sunscreen closed in the shadow and at home, store at room temperature and never in a warm car or full sun.
TRUTH
Apply too little, and you won’t be protected from those powerful rays. So, experts recommend using a minimum of seven teaspoons for the entire body. For your face and neck 1 teaspoon is recommended. For your arms and shoulders you should use about 2 teaspoons, which also applies for your chest, stomach and back combined, and your legs and feet also need that same amount.
Remember: The more, the merrier, when it comes to sun protection. So when in doubt, add more.
MYTH
No, sunscreens don't add up. Your protection is only as strong as the highest factor you use. So, a day cream with SPF20 and a foundation with SPF10 combined, do not make a factor of 30. You are then protected by a factor of 20. Are you planning on heading out into the sun? Then use a minimum of SPF30.
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