Why To Use Sunscreens - by Editor

Sunscreen is a must as it protects your skin from harmful ultraviolet rays. Read on to know why sunscreen is necessary for healthy skin.

The kitty party was in full swing. A little tittle-tattle and some stories from neighbourhood were enough to rock their party. Giving and receiving compliments were part of the ritual too. 'Oh, Gauri you look gorgeous. Is it a glow of facial or is it any skin treatment?' asked Mrs. Khanna. 'Who will say that you turned 40 last month?' Mrs. Agarwal remarked. Gauri kept laughing and accepting all the compliments with grace but without revealing a secret of her beautiful skin. A sunscreen lotion which she started using recently was showing its magic.
Exposure to harsh ultraviolet radiations could lead to the onset of wrinkles. Sunlight exposes you to two kinds of ultraviolet light, called UVA and UVB. Both can be responsible for skin damage, including wrinkling and skin cancer.

How effective is your sunscreen?

SPF (sun protection factor) is the measure to count the effectiveness of the sunscreen. A sunscreen with higher amount of SPF guarantees you a maximum protection from harmful UV rays. Applying sunscreen with SPF 15 will protect you from sunburn for approximately 150 minutes. The activities like swimming and sweating will eventually reduce the effectiveness of the SPF.
Unluckily, even sunscreens with high SPF numbers offer you less than full protection. Though sunrays are the source of vitamin D, an excessive exposure to the sunlight may lead to skin damage. Gauge the effectiveness of your sunscreen lotion or cream by using it for a few days. You may get hold of another brand if you are not happy with the one you are using.

Benefits of using sunscreen lotions

Sunscreens chemically reduce the amount of ultraviolet rays that pierce your skin. Sunscreens create a barrier between harsh sunrays and your sensitive skin.
People often end up applying sunscreen only to the face. What about other body areas which are exposed to sun too? Sunscreen should be applied to all sun-exposed areas. Sunscreen takes around 15-20 minutes to get absorbed in the skin. To get maximum benefit of your sunscreen, make it a point to apply it about 15 minutes before stepping out in the sun.
Wearing sunscreen is the part of your daily skin care. Selecting any random product may not fulfill your need. The sunscreen you need may vary according to your skin type, the amount of sunscreen lotion you apply, the amount of reapplication throughout a day, and the amount of sunscreen your skin absorbs.

How to get most out of your sunscreen?

Some ingredients in the sunscreen may lead to skin allergies or reactions. It is very important to carry a patch test before using any skin or hair product. Apply a little amount of sunscreen on a small patch of your skin and keep it for 48 hours. If reaction such as redness or irritation occurs then consider trying another sunscreen brand. If your skin does not show any adverse reactions after skin patch test then it is safe to use the product. Here are few skin care tips for you, so that you can get most out of your sunscreen.
  • Apply sunscreen about 15-20 minutes before exposing your skin to the sun.
  • Reapply sunscreen after every 2-3 hours in the sun.
  • Remember to apply sunscreen lotion to your lips.
  • Check the label to make sure your sunscreen offers UVA and UVB protection.
  • Choose a sunscreen with SPF numbers that offer best protection to your skin type.
  • SPF 15+ is recommended for Indian skin.
  • Make sure that sunscreen is the last thing you apply on your face. It should be applied after applying moisturiser or foundation.
  • Apply sunscreen daily without fail.
What ritual do you follow for your skin? Scrubbing, cleansing, toning, and moisturising, is not it? Now it is time to add one more thing to your skin care regime and that is using sunscreen. Would you like to have baby soft skin, even in your 30s, 40s, and 50s and beyond? Always wear sunscreen, with SPF more than 15 and protect your skin. A little care now can go a long way.

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Name: Tanu
City:   Mumbai
Comments:   Sunscreens that do not have right amount of SPF are of no use. Make sure that sunscreen which you are buying has SPF more than 15. The greater the amount of SPF, it is better. I use Lakme sunscreen which protects me from harmful ultraviolet rays. It has SPF 15 which is suitable for my skin. My skin is highly sensitive and I even I can not think about stepping out of house without wearing my sunscreen lotion. I carry one in my bag too. I reapply it whenever I get time. I also carry a face wash with me. So I can just find a washroom, wash my face, apply my sunscreen and dust my face with some loose foundation powder. I apply sunscreen half hour before stepping out of house.
Name: Raveena
City:   Delhi
Comments:   Banana Boat is the sunscreen brand I use. I like it as it has good amount of SPF and it protects my skin from sunburn just perfectly. It is quite smooth to feel and less greasy. I have also heard about some other brands like L’Oreal Paris and all. But I am loyal to Banana Boat. I do not wear sunscreen when I am at home. But someone recently told me that one should wear sunscreen 24x7, even when you are at home. One should wear it in cloudy climate too. Sunrays are powerful and penetrate your skin to damage it. There is a risk of skin cancer because of ultra violet rays. Now I apply my sunscreen daily without forgetting. Sunburns are really badly. So just prevent your skin and protect it.
Name: Rakhi
City:   U.K
Comments:   Sunscreen is the best way out to deal with the harmful rays of the Sun. Sunscreen does protect your skin from the UV rays in the sun. Skin cancer rates have almost tripled in the last 30 years. The age of first onset is dropping like a rock. I think it is necessary to wear it. Most of the skin irritation, problems, burns, and allergies are due to harmful rays. When you are in the sun for a long time, you should wear it. I don´t leave home without it and have used it for the last 12 years. Clinique City Block is a nice brand of sunscreen which I use. I have also tried several other brands such as Lakme, Joy, Himalaya, etc.
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