Here are some guidelines regarding sun protection measures.
- Depending on latitude and climate, sunscreens may be needed year round, including on cloudy days, when up to 80% of UV rays may still reach the earths surface.
- Sunscreens are most important from 10AM to 4 PM when the sun's rays are strongest. If possible, try to avoid sun exposure during these peak hours.
- For regular daily use, an SPF 15 to 30 is sufficient. For prolonged recreational exposures, an SPF 30 up is more desirable, particularly for fair-skinned people.
- Sunscreen should be applied 15 to 30 minutes before go out to allow sufficient time for the protective film develop.
- Sunscreen should be reapplied after prolonged swimming or vigorous activity. If swimming or perspiring heavily, a water-resistant or water-proof should be used.
- Sunscreen needs to be applied liberally. Up to 1 oz (about 30g) of the product may be needed to cover the whole body. Remember to apply to all areas of the scalp with thin hair.
- Clothing is an excellent form of sun protection provided it is tightly woven. Check by seeing if light comes through when held up to visible light. Otherwise, sunscreen may be needed under clothing or hats. A 4-inch wide, broad brimmed hat is required to cover the entire face and neck.
Here are some additional tips for special groups:
- Some people require more details. For example, people with light eruptions, or taking medications that cause sensitivity with the sun, or melasma,(pregnancy mask) or freckles. This group benefits from high SPF products that contain avobenzone (Parsol1789), titanium dioxide, or zinc oxide.
- People with sensitive skin and those with sunscreen intolerance should use sunscreen with titanium dioxide or zinc oxide as the only active ingredient that provides a suitable alternative, regardless of the sunscreen intolerance.
- Acne Prone individuals with oily complexions may prefer an oil-free, alcohol based gel or a lighter sunscreen moisturizer. Even an oil-free product could feel somewhat oily because the active sunscreen ingredients are themselves oils.
- "Waterproof"- under the new FDA monograph means the highest nomenclature is "very water resistant" and is designed for recreational, occupational, all day exposure.
Options/Choices
- Daily use moisturizer: For casual exposure, lighter feel on application under makeup aftershave.
- Full spectrum contain avobenzone (Parsol 1789) : For drug photosensitivity photodermatoses, dyspigmentations.
- Dry lotion: Avoid eye stinging, less heavy application
- Inorganic particulate (physical)also called "nonchemical": (Titanium Dioxide or Zinc Oxide) for very sensitive skin
- Oil-free gel: Oily skin type , acne prone and thin hair.
- Oil-free lotion: Oily skin type, less heavy feel , and acne prone
- Spray : Ease of application, thinhair
- Stick: lips, eye area
- Foundation makeup: Daily use Convenience
- Dry sunscreen as mineral powder is ideal for active people, it will provide instant broad spectrum sun protection, won't clog pores, won't burn or sting, has a very resistant rating from and FDA and will last for hours until washed off of the skin
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