Sunscreen tips

Exposure to UV rays without protection and sunscreen can cause premature skin aging and skin cancer

Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the US.*

It is estimated that 1 in 5 Americans will develop skin cancer in their lifetime. **

What is SPF?

SPF stands for sun protection factor. It is the measure of a sunscreen’s ability to prevent sunburn, its endpoint is erythema (skin reddening). The American Academy of Dermatology recommends using an SPF 30 r greater for optimal protection.

CHEMICAL VS MINERAL SUNSCREEN

MINERAL SUNSCREEN

CHEMICAL SUNSCREEN

WORKS BY

Creating a thin physical  barrier on the skin that reflects UV rays

Filtering and converting UVA/UVB rays into heal ultimately neutralizing the damaging rays

APPLICATION

Effective instantly after application

Requires application 20 minutes prior to exposure for maximum efficacy

RESULT

Can leave a white cast on the skin and is best applied by tapping/pressing the sunscreen into the skin

Appears invisible and easily disappears with minimal rubbing

SKIN TYPE

Recommended for all skin types including sensitive

Recommended for dry combination skin


UVA VS. UVB RAYS

Zinc oxide can block UVA & UVB rays, providing superior SPF protection.

UVA rays (320 - 400 NM) make up about 95 percent of UV light and cause damage even through windows and clouds. They can cause premature aging, wrinkles, dark spots and skin cancer – including melanoma.

UVB rays (290 - 320 NM)  cause sunburn and are often referred to as “burning rays.” UVB rays are another leading cause of skin cancer.

*AAD

**Skin Cancer Foundation