In summer, in the hot sunny season, our skinis most exposed to the effects of merciless ultraviolet rays, which leave unpleasant marks on people's bodies in the form of spots, burns and cracks. To avoid this and enjoy pleasant languor, you should use protective equipment: it is necessary to adhere not only to standard precautions (time of day for tanning, covering sensitive areas of the skin), but also active sun protection methods and products.
Facilities
In recent years, the mass media has increasingly resembledus that tanning is not only an excellent health process, but also the ability to give your body an attractive piquancy. Regular fashion shows are a clear confirmation of this: radiant dark-skinned models easily convince us that golden skin is the right choice today. So, please, sunbathe - for joy and health! And modern high-quality sunscreen cosmetics will help you do it correctly and aesthetically. Note that when buying a cream to protect against sun rays, you should pay attention to the indicator on the tube. Numbers from 2 to 30 are a factor showing the degree of protection. Thus, ten lets us understand that using the cream prolongs the possibility of painless lying in the sun up to ten times. Do not forget that cosmetics are improving day by day. Today, for example, you can no longer find creams that leave unpleasant wet marks on swimsuits. Therefore, it makes sense to regularly review your "arsenal" for relevance and quality. Recently, easily sprayed, instantly absorbed products have become standard. The ingredients included in their composition moisturize the skin, preventing the appearance of wrinkles. Also, modern miracle sprays and creams have a cooling and refreshing effect, give the skin a beautiful shiny shade. In addition to the already familiar functions, today's sunscreens have some other features: they are able to not clog pores, and usually even nourish and moisturize the skin. Many sprays now have thin atomizers that allow you to apply liquid even to the most hard-to-reach places. They can not only speed up the tanning process, but also enhance the protective properties of the body. Another wonderful property of modern sun protection products is the water-repellent function. If there is a corresponding inscription on the tube (the English version is "Waterproof"), then you can easily and painlessly spend time on the shore or in the water. However, despite the fact that you have used even the strongest product, you should definitely dry yourself off thoroughly and reapply the protective liquid. More and more unusual new sunscreens are appearing in the range of cosmetic companies. These are sun foams, emulsions and tanning wipes, which are usually used to treat the face and décolleté. They differ from traditional creams, gels and sprays by their special texture, which allows you to lie on the beach for a long time and safely under the scorching sun, spending a minimum of effort and movement on prevention. For particularly sensitive areas of the body (the tip of the nose, lips, ears), special protective products are being developed: pencils, lipsticks, etc. They are usually applied over the main cream, which allows you to enhance its effect and avoid burns.
Methods
In addition to the range of various sunscreensnew products, you should also study the methods of their use. Let's take a closer look at the basic requirements for their use. Since sunscreens of any product begin to act only after 100% absorption into the skin, it is best to apply the liquid half an hour before you start sunbathing. In order for the product to be well absorbed, it should be applied in small quantities. With proper use, 6 teaspoons of "defender" should be enough for the entire body. This is about 4 times for a 125 ml bottle. Do not rub the cream into the skin too much, since this can reduce its effectiveness by 25%. In addition, rubbing threatens unnecessary wear of the skin. It is important to remember that even creams with a high degree of protection should be reapplied at least once every 2-3 hours. And only after achieving the desired skin tone can you begin to lower the protection index of the products you use.
Recommendations
Finally, we provide some useful tips for a good tan:
- it is better to use means with protection from both ultraviolet rays B and rays A, to avoid both skin diseases and premature aging;
- it is not recommended to use the funds, six months after the purchase, especially if they have changed the texture, color or smell;
- To increase the expiration date of the "defender", it is best to keep it in a cool place;
- For oily skin, use only products marked "oil free" - defatted and therefore more effective;
- SPF index for the body should always be less than the same index of face cream;
- Allergy sufferers must necessarily test the drug ahead of time, and, preferably several times.
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