Summer! The days are long, the sun is warm, the first freckles are already on the face.
The activity of the sun is high, so products containing protective UV filters should be on the shelf in the bathroom in the first row.
First, let's take a look at the base.
Types of solar radiation
There are 3 main types of radiation depending on the wavelength.
UVC is the most harmful type of radiation. The good news is that these rays are scattered in the ozone layer and do not reach the earth, which means that they are not capable of harming all living things.
UVB is a short wave radiation. Do not penetrate into the deeper layers of the skin. Responsible for the appearance of sunburn, can cause sunburn, contribute to the appearance of malignant tumors (melanoma).
UVA is a long wavelength radiation. Penetrates deep into the skin, responsible for photoaging and pigment formation. In fact, this type of radiation affects the skin constantly throughout the day. Does not cause burns, but contributes to the appearance of sunburn, the formation of pigmentation, the appearance of wrinkles.
All three types of radiation affect a person constantly, regardless of what season it is, air temperature, clear or cloudy day.
The activity of solar radiation (and the intensity of exposure to all types of radiation) is indicated by the UV index. It can be found in the weather forecast from almost any source.
In the same area, the UV index can fluctuate both during the day and from season to season. Maximum UV index from 10 am to 4 pm.
In our latitudes, it is desirable to monitor the level of the UV index in late spring and in the summer months.
Fashion for a dark tan and regular visits to the solarium depart. Instead, a healthy trend of skin protection from all types of ultraviolet radiation and skin-friendly self-tanners with components for comprehensive care of skin quality have appeared.
What should you pay attention to when choosing a protective agent?
The letters SPF familiar to us in combination with a number from 5 to 80 are an indicators of the degree of protection against type B radiation, UVB rays.
The method of protection can be of two types: reflecting the sun's rays or transforming them into a safe form of energy (say, heat). The first type of protection is provided by products containing physical UV filters (they are also mineral, inorganic). The second type is chemical (organic).
The degree of protection against rays with a long wave UVA shows a combination of the letters PA and the sign "+" in general, from one to four pluses depending on the effectiveness of the protective properties of the product.
Thus, when choosing a reliable means to protect against the harmful effects of UV radiation, it is advisable to pay attention to products containing filters of both types - SPF and PA.
Important to know: to protect the skin from ultraviolet light is necessary at any time of the year. In the season of increased solar activity, choose products with a high protection index.
What to choose for daily UV protection?
A feature of many quality sunscreens is excessive “oiliness”, a filmy feeling on the face, and / or the appearance of an oily sheen.
In urban areas, when you want to apply makeup over a protective agent, it is important to choose a product that does not cause discomfort.
You can use Fluid Anti-stress SPF 35. Light cream with a gel texture based on natural ingredients for comprehensive skin care. Contains an organic UVB filter with protection index 35.
To protect against both types of radiation, you can choose BB-cream with SPF-15/PA++. A mattifying cream with a light texture that evens out skin tone. Contains four different forms of hyaluronic acid, squalane, D-panthenol, vitamin E.
We supplemented the BB-cream with organic filters with medium level protection from two types of radiation at once and from the blue light of gadgets. This cream is the perfect tool for a “no-make-up” effect in any weather.
To complement light summer makeup and protect from ultraviolet light, will help our new product - mineral powder. Mineral Face Powder SPF 15 with the effect of light radiance of the skin.
The powder contains a whole complex of natural components for protection from sunlight, and also mattifies, gently cares for the skin, and maintains water balance.
Even in the hottest weather with our mineral powder, you can not be afraid of the appearance of oily sheen.
The powder has a neutral tone and lies on the face with a light, weightless veil. The skin looks fresh and natural. The pearl powder in the Mineral Face Powder adds a subtle glow. Complement your makeup with light blush and lip gloss and you are ready to conquer a new day.
No matter how good the UV protection products are, remember that they must be carefully removed in the evening. It is best to use a two-phase cleanse for this.
Micellar water + washing foam or balm / hydrophilic oil + cleansing gel - choose according to your taste, but make sure that the skin is cleaned thoroughly enough.
After it use a tonic, once every couple of days you can take a cleansing mask. For example, detox mask with bamboo charcoal. Followed by a serum and a moisturizer.
Nourishing ingredients (serum, cream, maybe squalane if you decide to do a little massage) should be applied to the skin no earlier than 40 minutes before going to bed if you want that the wonderful ingredients do not end up on the pillowcase instead of the deep layers of the skin.