Sunscreens help fight wrinkles. Really. And premature aging, leathery and loose skin, brown spots, scaly patches and even cancer growths. It's estimated that about 90 percent of all non-melanoma skin cancers (basal cell and squamous cell carcinomas) and as many as 65 to 90 percent of melanomas are caused by exposure to the sun's ultraviolet (UV) radiation, with more than 3.5 million new cases of skin cancers diagnosed every year. One in five people will develop a form of skin cancer during their lifetime [source:Skin Cancer Foundation, American Academy of Dermatology].
No matter your skin type or color, you need protection from the sun's UV rays. You may work in AC room, travel in AC vehicle, you need to use sunscreen. If you work more on systems(laptops, PC...), you need to take care of your skin more. Because its affect is similar to sun exposer, you should choose a sunscreen with high SPF.
Selecting a sunscreen: Its very important to pick a proper sunscreen which suits to your skin and work. For people with oily skin types, its beter to go for products that are water based and look for labels that say oil free and non comedogenic. If you work more in sun or on computers its beter to select sunscreen with high SPF.
Applying a sunscreen with high SPF will not be sufficient. it should be applied properly to get beter results. Below are some tips on applying a sunscreen.
- You cannot apply it while sitting in full sun
- You have to apply enough. Your face requires about a teaspoon for the best coverage, while your arms and legs require about a table spoon.
- You have to buy a sunscreen with high SPF.(min. 15)
- You have to apply it often enough. One apply a day is not enough, reapply sunscreen after 2-4 hours in sun.
- Insect repellents reduce the sunscreen's SPF by one third. when using sunscreen and insect repellent together, a higher SPF should be used and reapplied more often.
Sunscreen should be applied daily. The daily use of a low-SPF sunscreen (15) has been shown to be more effective in preventing skin damage than the intermittent use of a higher SPF sunscreen.
Apart from sunscreen you can protect your skin by taking some simple precautions. they are:
- by wearing a hat, you can hide your face and decrease the sun exposure.
- Umbrellas provide the most protection available in the market. I dont remember clearly but i have read some where that umbrellas are invented to block sun not for rain.
- Sunglasses will protect your eyes from harmfull sunrays.
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Marini Skin research antioxident daily face protectant:
A critical factor with any sun protection is
people's willingness to apply the product on a daily basis. The JMSR
Antioxidant Daily Face Protectant SPF 33 is designed specifically with this in
mind while ensuring continuous coverage for daily or extended exposure
conditions with a broad-spectrum SPF 33 rating.
Antioxidant Daily Face Protectant SPF 33 utilizes
cutting edge microscopic oil absorbing particles to not only eliminate the
feeling of heavy or oily sunscreen but to also absorb oil over time, giving
continued oil control with a matte finish.
Antioxidants Beta Glucan and Phytomelanin provide
anti-aging benefits and add further protection against damage caused by UV exposure.
This non-greasy protectant gives facial skin a soft,
silky, conditioner effect as it aids to control oil, increase and sustain
moisture content and deliver added anti-aging benefits for all skin types.
ZO
Skin health Oclipse sunscreen + primer:
Oclipse® was named the #1 best sunscreen by the
online beauty authority. Not just because it's a great sunscreen and not just
because it multi-tasks as a makeup primer and not just because it's tinted. The
best part: it's something you'll want to wear every day of your life . Features
natural melanin and broad spectrum UVA/UVB protection. If you're going to do
just one nice thing for your skin this is it.
Recommended for:
• Reducing fine lines and wrinkles
• Preserving and maintaining a youthful complexion
• Creating a more even skin tone, finer pores
• Preventing future damage
Obagi
Nu-Derm Healthy Skin Protection:
The Nu-Derm System is an anti-aging therapy that
penetrates below the skin’s surface to transform skin cell functions at the
cellular level.they are designed in a system with a specific dosage and
frequency to maximize your results. Beautifully transform your skin to look
younger and more radiant. The Nu-Derm System is specially formulated to prevent
the signs of aging at the cellular level to reveal flawless, healthy skin.
Clinique
Super city block oil fre daily face protection:
This daily screen provides remarkable protection
against both sun and environmental damage. Its sheer, weightless formula
includes broad-spectrum UVA/UVB sun-blocking ingredients and antioxidants.
Perfect for all skin types, even the most sensitive, this product can be worn
alone or as an invisible makeup primer.This product is oil-free and
non-acnegenic.
SHISEIDO
ultimate sun protection cream:
This formula offers intensive complexion defense
against UVA/UVB rays that cause sunburn, cell damage, dryness, roughness, and
premature signs of aging such as fine lines. Don't face the day without the
ultimate creamy, youth-guarding shield that works invisibly to deliver an
optimal combination of sun protection, hydration, and smoothness. The texture
is nonsticky and fast absorbing.This skincare essential is water and
perspiration resistant.
Aveeno
continous protection usnblock lotion:
Formulated specifically for the face and to provide
better, longer-lasting sun protection. Unlike ordinary sunscreens, this formula
combines a patented sun protection complex, which maintains protection over
time against the sun's harmful rays,
with natural soy proteins and vitamins A, C and E to help shield your
skin from environmental damage.
Oil-free, non-greasy formula
Hypoallergenic & noncomedogenic
Water resistant
Dermatologist recommended
Colorescience
pro sunforgettable brush:
Its a brush-on mineral sunscreen powder fit for all
skin types. Colorescience Pro Sunforgettable Mineral Powder Brush SPF 30 is an
incredible clear, weightless powder that provides long-lasting SPF 30 sun
protection. This brush-on mineral formula is free of dyes, chemicals, colorants
and odors, making it ideal for anyone and everyone -- men, women, children,
even people with rosacea or eczema. Sunforgettable has now received the FDA
seal of approval and the Seal of Recommendation from the Skin Cancer Foundation
of America.
Clarins
UV plus day screen SPF 40:
Face the day with triple protection! UV Plus shields
from sun damage with 100% mineral filters. Defends against the elements with a
patented anti-pollution complex. Fights free radicals and DNA damage deep
within the skin’s surface with organic Cantaloupe — Clarins’ powerful new
anti-oxidant from Provence. Invisible protection so sheer, it pairs perfectly
with any moisturizer.
DDF
enhancing sun protection:
A color-matching sunblock for protected, radiant
skin. Enhancing Sun Protection SPF 30 blocks UVA and UVB rays while enhancing
the skin tone for a healthy, radiant glow. Titanium dioxide and zinc oxide
physically block UV rays to prevent against sunburn, hyperpigmentation, premature
skin aging and even skin cancer. Antioxidants and anti-inflammatory ingredients
are containing in a uniqu
delivery system that wraps your skin in
self-adjusting color spheres. These spheres change shades to perfectly match
your skin tone, helping to even redness and provide sheer, flawless coverage
with a soft, sun-kissed glow.
Neutrogena
Norwegian Formula Age sheild sunblock:
Neutrogena® Age Shield Face SPF 70 features a
stabilizing complex that delivers superior, powerful and lasting protection
across 100% of the UV spectrum, to withstand UV rays when others can break
down.
For deep cellular protection, the sheer formula in
Neutrogena® Age Shield Face SPF 70 contains a blend of powerful anti-oxidants
to combat free radicals that accelerate the signs of aging. Maintain your
youthful appearance with an advanced sunscreen solution from the #1
dermatologist recommended suncare that shields your skin 6 layers deep from
skin-aging UVA rays.
Age Shield Face Sunblock brings you superior
balanced protection against both types of harmful rays with a true breakthrough
in sunscreen technology. With Helioplex® technology,
