at maximum concentrations. For everything else, there is - no, not MasterCard - a sunscreen to be used even on cloudy days to bring down the sun.

Today, even in budget resources for skin care and decorative cosmetics"embedded" automatically. Another thing is that the degree of protection in this case may not be strong enough, and the layer on the face may not be dense enough. That is why dermatologists recommend, and especially in summer, to additionally use a product with a protection factor.

Knowing full well about the main disadvantages of face and body creams with UV filters, we have collected for you five options that are quickly absorbed, do not whiten the skin and do not turn it into a Shrovetide pancake. Welcome to the selection of perfect sunscreens!

Light fluid Anthelios XL SPF 50, La Roche-Posay

La Roche-Posay's Anthelios XL sunscreen has a ton of fans, and it certainly didn't just happen. The brand's beauty experts have worked hard to ensure that, along with good UV protection, consumers can achieve the most subtle texture, which they themselves called the “bare skin effect”. The Mexoplex filter system and Senna Alata extract together protect against UVA/UVB rays especially effectively. White spots on the skin? With Anthelios XL, you will forget that such a problem ever existed.

Makeup base "San 2017" SPF 50, Holika Holika

Despite the fact that "San 2017" from Holika Holika is not a care product, but a make-up base (that is, a near-decorative product), it will give odds to many sunscreens. The secret is in the serious protection factor SPF 50, which creates a weightless mask on the face, as well as tomato, apricot and papaya extracts, which saturate the skin with moisture, restore elasticity and nourish it during use.

Sun cream "Phyto-nutrition" SPF 30, Chistaya Liniya

One of the most worthy options for the price of a burger (and even cheaper) is the Phyto-Nutrition moisture-resistant sunscreen with SPF 30 from Chistaya Liniya. As part of the product, you can find exclusively natural ingredients, including, which perfectly moisturizes and prevents inflammation, nourishing cedar oil and vitamin E. Due to the light texture, the cream is absorbed in a minute, and can even be used for children's skin.

Toning care Capital Ideal Soleil SPF 50+, Vichy

In Vichy, this product Capital Ideal Soleil SPF 50+ is positioned as the first care for complex correction age spots and sun protection. Thus, only one tool can replace three for you - Foundation, anti-pigmentation care (due to Fe-resorcinol 0.3%) and sun care. According to the good tradition of the brand, the cream contains Vichy thermal water and does not contain parabens. We strongly recommend that you pay attention to the stick for sensitive areas from the same Capital Ideal Soleil series, which you can take with you everywhere.

Photoderm Max SPF 50+ Aquafluide Bioderma

We note right away that the Bioderma Photoderm Max SPF 50+ fluid is suitable for sensitive facial skin, which reacts with redness, followed by peeling, even for a 5-minute exposure to the sun. The formula of the product is based on the Cellular Bioprotection complex, which allows it to prevent all unpleasant moments interaction with UV rays. And best of all, the fluid is great at hydrating, so you might as well skip the day cream to save yourself the time, let's say, 5 minutes of sleep that are so needed.

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even if today it is raining, the next three months will be mostly sunny. The Wonderzine editors are especially sensitive to the issue of the effect of solar radiation on the skin and therefore have compiled a guide to the not very simple world of ultraviolet, sunscreens and SPF.

Ultraviolet

All light is radiation. Sunlight by its nature does not differ from other types, it also consists of waves of different frequencies and lengths, including ultraviolet - it is precisely this that is taken into account when it comes to protecting "from the sun". In fact, ultraviolet rays are not an absolute evil, and in small concentrations they are useful - the well-known vitamin D is produced better if you spend a few minutes in the sun two or three times a week (and not hours as everyone is used to). In larger volumes, ultraviolet is harmful - it causes wrinkles, significantly increases the likelihood of skin cancer and accelerates skin aging in general.

There are several ways to protect yourself from harmful radiation, and they need to be combined: wear thick clothing, avoid direct sun from ten in the morning until four in the evening, and finally use sunscreen. And if everything is more or less clear with the first two, then with the latter everything is not very simple.

Sunscreens

There are two types of sunscreens: chemical and physical. They differ greatly from each other: the former absorb radiation and dissolve in water, while the latter scatter ultraviolet light and are not washed off by water. Physical sun blocks are not absorbed into the skin (which is a plus), but they, unlike chemical ones, are quite sticky and viscous. It is best to choose products that combine both properties - bisoctrizol (in other words - Tinosorb M) should be indicated in the composition of such creams. And yes, considering the composition of funds is not only for nerds and is not difficult at all, especially if you remember (or write down) only one name and look for it.

Even when choosing sunscreens, you need to look at what types of UV radiation they protect from. There are three types of ultraviolet rays: UVA, UVB and UVC, but the latter are almost completely absorbed by the ozone layer, so you need to look for protection only from the first two. Sunblocks that neutralize both UVA and UVB rays are not very common, and manufacturers do not miss the opportunity to mention this in large letters on the packaging, so it is easy to find such products.

SPF

SPF (Sun Protective Factor) - this is an indicator of the degree of protection that a particular sunscreen provides (by the way, not the only indicator). There are several aspects here. The numbers after 'SPF' will help you calculate how long you can spend in the sun and not get burned - for this they need to be multiplied by the number of minutes in which you usually burn. For example, a sun block with a factor of 15 will allow you to spend 75 minutes in the sun if you burn in five. One catch - all sunscreens lose their protective properties a few hours after application. That is, despite the fact that, in theory, a cream with SPF 50 should protect the skin for at least five hours, it will need to be washed off and reapplied somewhere in two to three hours, even if you spent them indoors (and if there was contact with water, then before).

But SPF is not only a temporary, but also a qualitative indicator. The higher the value of the factor, the more UV rays are blocked by it. True, this is not all about an arithmetic progression: for example, SPF 2 neutralizes 50% of the rays, SPF 15 is already 94, and thirty is 97. By the way, the indicators of various products do not overlap and do not provide more protection together, so if SPF cream 15 to apply powder SPF 10, the total protection will not be 25, but only 15.

The existence of creams with a very high (50 and above) factor can be explained by the fact that the properties of sunblocks directly depend on the uniformity and density of their application (therefore, the quality of some sunscreen powders and sprays is doubtful). Simply put, a cream with a low degree of protection must be applied in a very dense (about 30 ml of cream for the whole body) layer, which, frankly, will never be absorbed. But a sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or 50 will give a comparable effect with a much smaller amount of product, and therefore such things are far from useless.

Summary:

SPF 30 is enough. 15 is not much worse, and 50 is not much better.

It is great if there are 'UVB', 'UVA' designations on the tube with sanksrin, and bisoctrizol is in its composition.

Moisturizing creams with a "built-in" SPF protect as well as independent sunblocks.

Hand cream and lip balm or lipstick, choose, if possible, also with SPF (at least 2, at least 10). And use them somewhere every three hours.

Using products with SPF not only in summer and not only in sunny weather, you save the life of one kitten.

At the beach, after every swim or every two hours, reapply sunscreen (even if it's waterproof).

Don't discard your sunblock just because it's heavy, sticky, or a little bleachy. This means he is good.

Apply it at least 15 minutes before going outside.

And not only on the face, but on all open areas of the body.

Sunscreens are not the only protection against the sun. It is still best not to sunbathe between ten and four in the afternoon, and to wear thick clothing, hats and glasses.

ILLUSTRATIONS: Masha Shishova

Sunscreens (from the English sunscreen) are cosmetic products with special ingredients that absorb or block harmful ultraviolet rays (UVA). Studies confirm that sunscreens can prevent skin cancer, which is why both the Department of Health and the American Cancer Society recommend their use. And not only by the sea, on the beach, but also in urban areas. In addition, sunscreens slow down the process of photoaging. In 2013, a four-year experiment by Australian scientists involving 900 people ended. Those people who used sunscreens every day all this time had less wrinkles than those who used sunscreens occasionally or completely neglected them.

Sunscreen formats

Some sunscreens are universal, but if you spend the summer actively, you can stock up on a couple of different products.

Which tool to choose depends on the circumstances. © Getty Images

Cream

The most common and familiar format. Usually, lighter textures are chosen for oily skin. For dry - more pleasant texture denser. Which one is right for you, the test will show.

stick

Designed for local areas - face, ears. It is convenient to take with you and use during the day to avoid burns. However, this is rather an addition to the main tool. pay attention to La Roche-Posay Anthelios XL SPF50+ Sensitive Area Sun Stick.

© La Roche Posay

Spray

This form is a good option to renew protection throughout the day, especially at the beach and when traveling. There are sprays adapted for application even on makeup, for example, sunscreen dry face spray Ambre Solaire "Expert Protection", SPF 50, Garnier.

Additional functions

Some sunscreens not only protect against harmful radiation, but also help fight age-related changes, moisturize the skin or reduce shine. Smart sunscreen is very convenient!

Deficiency Correction

The hot season is a test for the skin. Dry skin lacks moisture, oily skin is suffocated by sweat and sebum: sweat and sebaceous glands work more actively than ever. Acne-prone skin is already prone to inflammation, its immunity is weakened, and the action of ultraviolet radiation only exacerbates the situation. It seems that the sun should dry the skin, but in fact, an excess of ultraviolet dehydrates and reduces protective functions. As a result, rashes become more. A special sunscreen today can be chosen for any type of skin: dry, oily, problematic.

Moisturizing

Moisturizing cream in the summer is more relevant than ever. Dry hot air dries out the skin, in addition, in summer it has a high concentration of dust and exhaust gases, so beauticians advise using a moisturizer both in the morning and in the evening. If there are moisturizing ingredients among the sunscreen ingredients: hyaluronic acid, glycerin, suitable oils, they will also come in handy.

Composition

The composition of sunscreens, in addition to solar filters, may also include:

So that the rest is not spoiled, take a sunscreen with you. © Getty Images

The best sunscreens

The editors of the site offer a selection of their favorites.

Choose a sunscreen should be at least two parameters.

skin type. Look for the label "for oily/sensitive/dry/skin" on the packaging. If it is not there, look at the composition: creams and sprays with moisturizing ingredients are ideal for dry skin ( hyaluronic acid, glycerin, etc.). For oily - with minerals and the inscription "non-comedogenic".

Phototype. Owners fair skin High protection factor (SPF 50 or higher) is needed. The rest is enough SPF 20-30.

For sensitive skin - Capital Idéal Soleil Moisturizing Veil Spray, SPF 50, Vichy

Advantages: Easily absorbed, leaves no residue, saturates the skin with moisture.

Mode of application: Shake well before use and apply 20 minutes before sun exposure. Avoid the area around the eyes.

Composition: vitamin E, thermal water, sunscreen complex.

For aging skin - Capital Idéal Soleil with antioxidants and SPF 50, Vichy

Capital Ideal Soleil Anti-Aging Treatment with Antioxidants and SPF50 © Vichy

Advantages: fights the signs of aging, smoothes wrinkles, visibly moisturizes and improves the quality of the skin, promotes radiance.

Mode of application: Apply just before sun exposure.

Composition: filter complex, black tea and camu camu extracts, vitamin E.

For face and eyes - Anthelios Shaka fluid, SPF 50+, La Roche-Posay

Shaka Fluid by La Roche-Posay © La Roche Posay

Advantages: visibly soothes and softens sensitive skin, neutralizes the action of free radicals.

Mode of application: Shake before use, apply to the face and skin around the eyes just before sun exposure.

Composition: complex of filters, thermal water rich in selenium.

For oily skin - sun gel-cream for oily, problematic and acne-prone skin Anthelios, SPF 50+, La Roche-Posay

Advantages: mattifies the skin, controls oily sheen, prevents the appearance of acne after exposure to the sun.

Mode of application:

Composition: sunscreen complex, vitamin E, thermal water rich in selenium, salicylic acid, niacinamide.

For oily skin - mattifying face cream Crème Solaire Dry Touch, SPF 50, Biotherm

Advantages: light comfortable texture, eliminates greasy shine.

Mode of application: Apply 20 minutes before sun exposure.

Composition: complex of sun filters, mineral filter, vitamin E.

For all skin types - body milk Soleil Bronzer Lait-en-Brume, SPF 30, Lancôme

Advantages: nourishes the skin, protects it from premature aging.

Mode of application: Apply 20 minutes before sun exposure.

Composition: argan oil, musk rose.

0 Always on the eve of summer, young girls fear for their skin. After all, hot summer rays can cause significant harm, and even leave small marks for life. Therefore, before going out on a hot summer day, you need to take care of the means of protection, for example, this is suitable Sunscreen which means you will find out below.
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So let's continue what does sunscreen mean? This term was borrowed from in English "sunscreen", this term consists of two words, the first can be translated as The sun, and the second as "screen", "veil", " cover".

Sunscreen- this is the name of the means that are designed to protect the epidermis from strong ultraviolet radiation, to prevent burns, age spots and early wrinkles

There are two types of sunbeams "A" and "B", and if rays of the first type cause premature aging epidermis, the second type leaves burns, redness or sunburn on the skin.
Treatments for B-ray protection are inexpensive and widely available. Their degree of protection is expressed in the abbreviation "SPF", which can be deciphered as " Sun Protection Factor". The number following the abbreviation "SPF" shows how long a person can spend in the sun before the first reddening appears, that is, a burn from solar radiation.
However, protecting against A-type rays is much more difficult, and therefore such remedies are valued more than ordinary ones.

Now Sunscreens are made multifaceted, that is, they include the properties of a skin care cream and the protector itself. It is clear that the usual Sunscreen will cost much less, but it will not care for and nourish your epidermis.

How to choose Sunscreen, this question arises before many. In fact, most of these tools are exactly the same, and it makes no sense to rush about in search of a more interesting option.

To choose sunscreen, we look at your lifestyle, and how much time you are in the open air.
In addition, if in Japan sun protection should be more serious, SPF 50, then in Russia in its middle lane SPF 30 will be enough. An interesting point, sunscreens with "30" protection are practically indistinguishable from ordinary creams, which makes you feel more comfortable. Whereas SPF 50 is very noticeable on the skin, and feels like something foreign.

As for harm SPF for the body, then the figure is an indicator of the time during which it will protect your skin, therefore, high and low numbers affect the body in about the same way. This means that you should not be afraid to buy sunscreen with a higher factor.

Long exposure to the scorching rays of the sun threatens us with burns, accelerates the aging of the skin and, worst of all, increases the risk of developing cancer. There is good reason to be concerned: skin cancer is the most common form of cancer, accounting for at least 40% of all cases.

One surefire way to protect yourself from UV hazards is to use sunscreen. But in Ukraine, many neglect them in Everyday life, associating exclusively with a beach holiday.

realistcollected some important facts about why sun protection is needed and how effective it is.

1. What is SPF?

SPF (sun protection factor) translated from English as "sun protection factor". This is an indicator of how your skin is protected from burns. However, this is not a measure of protection against cancer. The reason is two types sun rays, which can damage the skin and cause malignant mutations of its cells: ultraviolet A (UVA) and ultraviolet B (UVB).

Ultraviolet B burns the skin, increasing the risk of cancer. Ultraviolet A damages the skin at a deeper level, causing loss of elasticity and the appearance of age spots. It used to be thought that ultraviolet A caused only superficial damage to the skin, but now scientists know it too is linked to cancer.

SPF indicates how well a cream protects the skin from UV B, but says nothing about UV A protection. For this reason, doctors recommend looking for "broad spectrum" products that block both types of rays.

To calculate SPF, manufacturers compare how quickly skin starts to redden with sunscreen versus skin without it. Curiously, the relationship between SPF and sun protection increases non-linearly. SPF 30 will not provide twice as much protection as SPF 15: SPF 15 protects the skin from 93% of UV radiation, and SPF 30 from 97%.

Many people use sunscreen incorrectly, saving it at the cost of their own health.

“You need to apply the product in a dense layer, 30 minutes before going outside. While on the beach, renew your protection every two hours,” dermatologist Yulia Smakhtina told Realist.

2. How many sunburns can lead to skin cancer?

The more sunburn a person received, the higher their risk of developing skin cancer. Severe, blistering burns are especially dangerous. But how much risk each special person, depends on a combination of genetic factors (family history of cancer, skin color) and environmental factors (time spent in the sun, severity and number of burns).

Not all skin resists UV radiation equally well. The darker it is, the less likely it is to get burned. If a person burns easily in the sun, the risk of skin cancer increases.

“Fair-skinned blondes or red-haired people with light eyes (phototypes 1 and 2) are at risk of developing skin cancer,” Dr. Smakhtina warns.

3. What is the difference between sunscreens and sunblocks?

Sunscreen (screen) and sun block (block - obstacle) are interchangeable terms, but the former is more often applied to lotions that protect the skin chemically, while sun block creates a physical barrier by blocking UV rays with particles of titanium and zinc.

Compared to sunscreen, sunblock is generally opaque and can leave a white film on the skin.

“Chemical sunscreens, which contain chemical UV filters, are quite effective, but can cause an allergic reaction. Therefore, it is better for allergy sufferers to take products with physical filters, ”advises Smakhtina.

4. Is there evidence that sunscreens reduce the risk of skin cancer?

Research confirms that sunscreens help reduce the risk of at least one type of skin cancer, squamous cell carcinoma. For melanoma, the evidence is less clear because the disease can appear years after UV damage.

The ideal way to prove or disprove the effectiveness of sunscreens would be a randomized controlled trial in which half of the group of subjects were given sunscreen and half were banned from using it for a long time. Obviously, such an approach would be unethical.

It is well known that sunscreens prevent burns, one of the main predictors of all types of skin cancer.

5. Are the chemicals in sunscreen safe for our health?

Certified sunscreens are generally safe, but much is still unknown about the long-term effects of their use.

Para-aminobenzoic acid (PABA) creams and products containing benzophenones can cause skin irritation, including rashes and pimples.

Animal studies have shown that the chemicals octinoxate and oxybenzone have estrogenic effects, as do some parabens. But how this affects people is not yet clear.

Parabens are petroleum-based chemical preservatives found in many cosmetics including sunscreen. The most common are methylparaben, propylparaben, and butylparaben. According to the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), at low levels they are safe for humans, although they can harm the environment.

In any case, the supposed harms of sunscreen are much less obvious than the risks of sunburn and skin cancer. Also, there are more products on the market today that contain a minimum amount of chemicals and prevent their penetration into the skin.