SPF for summertime Skincare;

Summer brings longer days, short-sleeved tops, and beach time, but it also requires shedding heavy clothing and exposing more skin, making SPF a crucial part of our summer skincare regimen.

SPF is crucial not only for beach or sun exposure but also for daily use, as even car trips can damage face, neck, and arm skin. When choosing a Summer SPF, consider these important factors.

Comparing Chemical and Physical Sunscreen;

Given how readily available it is, it should come as no surprise that chemical sun protection is very popular in the US. Chemical SPF products dominate the aisles of grocery stores and pharmacies, giving the impression that they are the best choice. Don't be duped by that. Physical SPF skincare products are far more beneficial to the environment, your body, and your skin. This is the reason:

-Chemical SPF works by absorbing UV rays into your skin and converting them into heat through a chemical reaction to spread them out. The dermis is heated by this process, which may result in discomfort, redness, and irritation. Physical SPF is far more effective because it reflects light off your skin like a mirror. The skin never absorbs UV rays.

-Physical SPF is usually calming and soothing, but some chemical SPF ingredients can be extremely irritating to the skin

- Chemical SPF is excellent the first time you use it, but if you want to get the same SPF again, you have to wash it off before applying it again. This is because the SPF's chemical component needs to be able to penetrate the skin in order to function. 

Protection from UVA and UVB in SPF Skincare Products;

 Because UVA and UVB rays are different and pose different risks, you should always use a broad spectrum SPF. The most prevalent rays that SPF products are designed to block are UVB rays. The brightest hours of the day and the hottest months of the year are when they are most noticeable. It is they who cause the skin to burn. UVA rays, however, are far more pernicious. They can be found anywhere there is light throughout the year. They are known to break down the collagen and elastin in our skin and can pass through glass and clouds. Additionally, they are to blame for a number of skin cancer types. We always want to ensure that both are protected by our SPF