It’s time to debunk one of the most enduring myths associated with the use of sunscreen cosmetics. Yes, products with SPF protect the skin from ultraviolet radiation, but do not interfere with getting the most desired holiday souvenir – a tan.
What is SPF
The phrase “I definitely won’t be able to tan with sunscreen” is often heard from the so-called SPF dissidents. That is, people who, despite all the persuasion and recommendations of dermatologists, do not want to use sunscreen even in the tropics. The claim that SPF does not tan is a myth that we want to finally debunk.
First, let’s remember what SPF is. This abbreviation stands for Sun Protection Factor – sun protection factor.
SPF 15 blocks 93% of UVB rays;
SPF 30 — 97%;
SPF 50 — 98%.
Check if you know how to use sunscreen.
Can you tan with SPF cream?
The unequivocal answer is yes, you can. As is clear from the above, there are simply no sunscreens with 100% protection. In addition, even the most careful of us do not use sunscreen exactly as we should. Namely, the following rules are not observed:
apply the product at the rate of 2 ml per square centimeter of skin (about a third of a teaspoon on the face and a tablespoon on each part of the body);
renew the cream every two hours and after each bath;
treat all areas of the skin, including the parting on the head, and the most rapidly burning areas (nose, ears, forehead).
In addition, sun protection weakens as we stay in direct sunlight due to the fact that we sweat, touch the skin with our hands, and also due to the friction of clothing fabric.
In the first week of your stay at the beach, use the maximum protection factor SPF 50.
Then you can reduce the degree of protection to SPF 30.
Finally, when the skin adapts, switch to a tanning oil with an SPF of 15-20.
One “but”: this scheme is not suitable for owners of phototypes 1 and 2 (read here about what phototypes are and how to determine your own). People who belong to these phototypes, due to physiological characteristics, tan very poorly.
Read about what phototypes are and how to determine your own.
Funds overview
Garnier Ambre Solaire Expert Protection Sun Dry Spray will protect delicate fair skin from burns and photoaging. The product is easy to apply and does not leave the skin feeling oily and sticky.
Two-Phase Sun Spray-Tan Activator Capital Soleil, SPF 50, Vichy with a light watery texture, in addition to filters, it contains beta-carotene and promotes an even tan of an intense shade.
Sunscreen anti-aging face cream, SPF 50+, La Roche-Posay can be applied immediately after bathing, without fear that the protection will not work. The tool saves from both types of radiation – UVA and UVB. Suitable for sensitive skin.
Sun spray-mist for face and body Waterlover Sun Mist, SPF 30, Biotherm has a waterproof transparent texture. It is sprayed on the palms, which are then used to treat the lyo and the body. Absorbs instantly. Due to the probiotics of thermal plankton, it soothes the skin.
Sunscreen with 100% mineral filters Sheer Mineral UV Defense, SPF 50, SkinCeuticals contains only mineral filters, which means it is suitable for people with reactive skin. Effective against UVA and UVB rays.
Sun milk for face and body Anthelios, SPF 30, La Roche-Posay Includes thermal water from La Roche-Posay springs, rich in the antioxidant selenium. Among the characteristics of this product are water resistance, photostability, light texture, good absorption without white marks on the skin.