It’s that time of the year again to head for the beach. Chances are that, after those long autumns and winter months, your skin is as white as snow. Exposing yourself suddenly to the sun’s rays can cause serious skin problems—or worse. Protect yourself by buying the right sunscreen lotion.
- The first thing to check for on a sunscreen lotion is the Sun Protection Number or Factor.
The higher the number, the longer it protects you from the sun.
- Two-in-one: UVB rays cause sunburn, while UVA cause ageing. Ideally your sunscreen should protect you from both types of these harmful sunrays.
- Para-amino benzoic acid (PABA) is a chemical sunscreen that prevents sunburn and protects your skin from the harmful effects of the sun. It’s used in most sunscreen lotions, but some people may be allergic to it. If you’re one of them, ask for a PABA-free lotion.
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- Sunscreen lotions that are past their expiry date will offer no protection against the sun.
Check the date on the package before buying!
The use of sunscreen is recommended by medical organizations, but be sure you get the right kind that affords real protection from the sun. Apply liberally on all the body.
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