The sun is getting hotter and hotter in summer, so many people have begun to protect themselves from the sun. You can always see people wearing sun protection clothing and holding parasols around you. However, there are still many people who find that their skin is slowly darkening, so many women will apply a layer of sunscreen before going out. So what points should women pay attention to when it comes to sun protection in summer? What misunderstandings should be paid attention to when choosing sunscreen?
1. Tips for women’s health in summer
1. There are extremely strong ultraviolet rays under the cool wind: ultraviolet rays do not generate heat. For example, when people climb a mountain, the higher they climb, the higher the temperature. , the mountain breeze is cooler, but the ultraviolet rays at this time are also stronger. For every 1000 meters you go up, the ultraviolet rays increase by 10. The same is true in the sea. The sea breeze makes you feel cool, but the ultraviolet rays at this time have often reached extremely strong levels. In addition, 90% of ultraviolet rays can penetrate clouds, and clouds are not the best killer of ultraviolet rays.
2. T-shirts provide better sun protection: A simple T-shirt is better than any sunscreen, and a small straw hat is also very effective. If you apply sunscreen with SPF 30, you don’t have to worry about how your whitening plan will be affected.
3. After tanning, you need more protection: skin thickening and melanin production are manifestations of skin self-protection, but melanin can only partially absorb ultraviolet b, but has no function of absorbing ultraviolet a. Therefore, when you go outdoors every day, it is essential to create a barrier between the sun and your skin. It is wrong to think that "once the skin is tanned, there is no need for sunscreen".
4. Avoid red and black foods: According to research by nutritionists, eating red foods and then basking in the sun will make your skin more likely to tan. Therefore, try to avoid eating papaya and other red foods before sun exposure. In addition, black foods such as soy sauce, black vinegar, coffee, etc. contain more melanin. Eating more of them can easily lead to skin pigmentation, thus easily darkening the skin.
5. Supplement vitamin C: As we all know, the whitening effect of vitamin C is relatively obvious. Therefore, if you want to whiten your skin, a certain degree of internal adjustment is also essential. In your daily diet, try to eat as much foods rich in vitamin C as tomatoes, cucumbers, potatoes, carrots, water spinach, milk, seafood, etc. to keep your skin healthy, beautiful and naturally whitened.
Summer sun protection is very important for women. If you don’t want to get darker, take action quickly. Let’s take a look at what misunderstandings we should avoid when choosing sunscreen?
2. Misunderstandings when choosing sunscreen
Myth 1: The thicker the sunscreen is, the thicker it is. The better. Many girls like to apply a thick layer of sunscreen before going out, thinking that they can avoid the sun. But this is not the case. There are two reasons: First, sunscreen is composed of chemicals. Under the action of high temperature and human sweat, the chemicals in it will irritate the skin and even cause skin allergies. Second, too much sunscreen will block pores and sweat gland openings, which is not conducive to the secretion of sweat and sebaceous glands, and can easily induce skin infections and cysts.
Myth 2: The higher the SPF, the better, and the more expensive the sunscreen, the better. When choosing sunscreen, you should pay special attention to its sunscreen performance, that is, its ability to filter and block ultraviolet rays (SPF and PA). Sunscreen products generally have SPF and PA indexes marked on them. Some people think that as long as they buy expensive sunscreen with a high SPF, they are safe. In fact, this is a misunderstanding. Because the higher the SPF, the more chemical components it contains, the greater the irritation to the skin, and the greater the chance of allergies and other reactions. The correct method should be to choose sunscreen products according to your own skin characteristics and sun protection needs. Before purchasing sunscreen, you should try it on the inside of your wrist. If your skin becomes red, swollen, painful, or itchy within 10 minutes, it means you are allergic to the product and should switch to other products.
When buying sunscreen, you should first consider your own sun protection needs. If you are only using it on your way to and from work, choose a sunscreen with an SPF index of around SPF15. If you want to engage in long-term outdoor activities or travel, it is recommended to use a sunscreen with an SPF of around SPF20. If you want to do activities under the scorching sun or go swimming at the beach, you should choose sunscreen with SPF 30 or so and waterproof function.
Myth 3: As long as you apply sunscreen, everything will be fine. Many people think that as long as they apply sunscreen, they can go out safely without getting tanned or sunburned. Not really. The wisest option is to avoid going out during the hours when the sun is strongest. Even if you go out, you should take double protection: apply sunscreen and hold an umbrella.
Myth 4: Just apply sunscreen without “removing makeup”. The sun protection principle of sunscreen is to form a protective film on the skin, thereby refracting ultraviolet rays from the skin. Physical sunscreen and as the time of applying sunscreen increases, the sunscreen is also oxidized, and the sunscreen effect is also reduced when it is absorbed to a certain extent. It becomes weaker and disappears over time. The disadvantage of chemical sunscreen is that if used for a long time, it will cause skin dependence and cause damage to skin cells and skin structure, especially cosmetics containing a lot of lead and mercury, so the first priority is to clean them in time. At the same time, when you go out in the summer, your face will inevitably absorb a lot of dust, so when you come back from outdoors, your first task is to remove makeup and completely wash off the sunscreen on your face. Ordinary facial cleansers with strong oil-clearing properties can thoroughly cleanse chemical or physical sunscreen, and there is no need for a facial cleanser with makeup removal function. Within a few minutes after washing your face, as long as your face does not feel tight or greasy, it is a sign that your face is clean. If you feel that the cuticles on your face are too thick, such as blackheads on your nose, you can choose an exfoliating facial cleanser. Of course, since many sunscreens are now relatively waterproof, it is better to use professional cleansing oil.
Summary: Summer is here, the sun is getting stronger, and sun protection is something everyone needs to do every day. I hope the above content can help you avoid some misunderstandings when it comes to sun protection.
3. Precautions for applying sunscreen
1. When and when to apply sunscreen is also a key thing. What needs to be noted is that sunscreen must be applied before going out. Before, apply it for half an hour, and then replenish the sunscreen before going out. In this way, the human skin can be effectively absorbed, and then the sunscreen can fully exert its function. There is an effect.
2. How much sunscreen should be used? In terms of dosage, at least 1-2ml should be used each time. Only in this way can an optimal amount be achieved. It has an isolation effect.
3. The time when the sun is most harmful to the skin must be avoided, which is 10 a.m. and then 2 p.m. At the same time, you need some auxiliary sun protection items, such as some sun umbrellas, hats, long-sleeved clothes, and sunglasses.
4. There is also the need to reapply sunscreen. Many female friends just apply layer after layer of sunscreen on their faces, but do you know that in the end you will not It adds the benefit of sun protection to the skin, but not the fat particles! The best thing is to gently wipe off some sweat and oil with paper, and then use sun protection powder to touch up the makeup.
The above is the tips for using sunscreen. If you want to use sunscreen to protect your skin from the sun, it is a very important skin care issue to understand and master the correct use of sunscreen. There are many types of sunscreens on the market. Choosing one according to your needs will be of great help in protecting your skin from the sun.