Get the best out of your sunscreen

There are so many varieties of sunscreen that it can be really confusing. But using a good sunscreen is just the first step in making sure that your skin is as vital and health as possible. Lots of people ignore the risk of skin cancer and continue sunbathing, and tanning which recklessly increases their risk to skin cancers and irreparable skin damage later on in their lives.

There are several reasons why people don’t like to wear sunscreens or why they forget to apply it; but do take a look at these few simple tips on what advantages you will get when you use sunscreen regularly.

If you have oily skin, the older variety of sunscreens used to cause acne
Use a water based sunscreen that will take care of your complexion while still protecting it against the sun. The newest formulations present in the market are now non comedogenic and are also great for oily skin. Choose formulas that have zinc or titanium in it an d then make sure that you use appropriate amounts of the sunscreen on your skin. Make sure that you have anti acne wipes with you to prevent the skin from breaking out during the day.

Skin appears whiter
Sunscreens contain titanium dioxide and zinc oxide that all combine to tint skin white. This residue can be really difficult to remove and it makes the skin appear unnaturally white or gives the skin a bluish white tint. But the newest products like Mexoryl, SX, Helioplex, and AvoTriplex are the best as they are not only transparent but they also tend to sink into skin with higher ranges of protection. Transparent gel like sticks are also available those work just as well.

You have to apply the sunscreen again and again and most of the time you forget to do just that!
This was applicable for the older generation of sunscreens and they did create a whiter look but the newer generation can be used slightly differently. Use the lotions for your face and for every exposed part of your body at least thirty minutes before you leave your home. Then carry a translucent spray or gel for touch ups through out the day. Reapplying the gel every two hours is necessary for the best sun protection

We hope these few tips have encouraged you to use sunscreen lotion regularly. Remember its never too late to care for yourself and your skin.