How to choose a cream with SPF and what protection factor is needed?

What is the difference between physical and chemical SPF-filters and which ones are more harmful?

The whole truth about SPF

So, let's look at the most common questions about SPF protection.

1. Should you use SPF face cream all year round? Perhaps people with a certain skin type?

Comments from a cosmetologist at a natural cosmetics brand mi& ko, Nelly Papikyan:

If the ultraviolet index below 4, You don’t have to protect your skin or use sunscreen if you plan to be outside in the sun for no longer than 20-30 minutes.

If index below 2, You may not need to wear sunscreen even if you are outside longer.

If the index is from 4 to 6, then you need to use a product with a protection index of about 20-25 if you plan to spend more than 10-15 minutes outside. But if you just ran out of the office to the store on the other side of the street, you don’t have to cover yourself with sun protection and climb into a spacesuit.

If the ultraviolet index above 6, be sure to use sunscreen when you leave the house or sit near an open window.

2. In which months is sunscreen definitely necessary and what level of protection should I choose?

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This should be done approximately from May to September, and in the southern regions of Russia - from April to October or even from March to November.

Average level radiation in summer in central Russia is 3-4 UV, and in the south - 5-6 UV. At the same time, residents of Russia have mainly skin types 2 and 3, so it is necessary to use a cream of 20-25 SPF, and in the south 30-50 SPF.

If during the day you are mostly indoors and the sun is not very strong, you can do without protection, because... exposure to the sun for 10-15 minutes is safe, while a small dose of sunlight is even beneficial, and the skin does not receive unnecessary sun exposure

Comments Levrana technologist Teymur Belyaev:

For people who want to protect their skin from excessive ultraviolet radiation in the cities of central Russia, we can recommend using light protective creams, in which SPF is often used as an additional effect along with moisturizing, softening, toning, etc. In such creams, the degree of protection does not exceed SPF20, and this is more than enough.

In southern cities the sun can be scorching; on rare days the temperature reaches +40C, but on average it stays at +30C. This is a reason to strive to protect their skin even for those who do not have problems with skin sensitivity, because often we ourselves do not notice how the skin gets burned, and meanwhile there is an active process of absorbing ultraviolet radiation. For residents of such cities, specialized sunscreens with an SPF level of at least 30, or even 50, are recommended.

Nelly Papikyan, brand comments mi& ko

The choice of sunscreen also depends on your skin phototype.

1 phototype (Celtic)– very fair skin and hair, often with a red tint. Freckles on the skin. Eyes blue or green.
We recommend products with an SPF factor of at least 30 at the end of the summer season and from 40 to 50 at the beginning. Safe time exposure to the sun for representatives of this phototype is no more than 5 minutes. That is, theoretically, a sunscreen with an SPF factor of 50, provided correct application protects the skin for 250 minutes (5 x 50), and with SPF factor 8 - 40 minutes. But do not forget that any, even the most effective sunscreen does not protect 100 percent.

2 phototype (Nordic and Scandinavian ) – fair skin, light brown hair, brown or Blue eyes.
At the beginning of summer, you should use products with an SPF factor of 30 - 35; by the end of summer, they can be replaced with products with an SPF factor of 15. The safe maximum time in the sun is 15 minutes.

3 phototype (European) - the most common in the middle zone. Light skin, light brown or brown hair, dark eyes.
Representatives of this phototype can use protective products with an SPF factor of 8 to 15 from the beginning to the end of the summer season. The safe maximum time in the sun is 20 minutes.

4 phototype (Mediterranean)– dark skin, dark hair and dark eyes.
Representatives of this phototype do not have to worry about the condition of their skin on the beach, even with cream with SPF factor 8. The safe time spent in the sun is 30 minutes.
All creams with SPF above 50 are a marketing ploy. Creams marked SPF 100, 70, 80, as a rule, contain more thickeners and zinc, due to which they form a denser layer on the skin, while the degree of protection increases by a maximum of 2 percent.

3. How and what cream to use on the beach?

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On the beach you need much stronger protection - from 30 to 50 SPF, and the cream must be updated regularly.

You need to know that most creams - creams with chemical filters - begin to work only 20 minutes after exposure to the sun! At the same time, bathing and drying with a towel violates the protective layer, so the cream must be applied again.

It is also interesting that, according to technologists, an SPF level above 50 is rather a marketing ploy and unattainable.

4. Tell us about physical and chemical filters. What are physical ones and how do you get them? What are the disadvantages of using them? What chemical filters are the safest?

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There are 2 types of filters - physical and chemical. Physical ones are titanium dioxide and zinc oxide, used mainly in natural cosmetics. Their peculiarity is that when applied they whiten the skin. Let's talk briefly about each type:

Physical filters reflect the sun's rays. They are metal salts crushed into dust. The disadvantage is that they can penetrate the pores, clog them, and cause allergies. Due to the content of nanoparticles, they are prohibited for use by the Soil Association and are actively discussed by European eco-certificates!

Chemical filters come into contact with the sun's rays, forming new compounds and turning solar radiation into infrared and safe. Less predictable in their degree of danger than physical filters, because some chemical filters can even be toxic and accumulate in the body.

Comments Director of Innovation, developer of cosmetics under the Kleona brand, Ph.D. Igor Ivanov:

Physical filters are mineral substances that protect our skin from solar radiation according to the principle of a regular umbrella, i.e. absorb, reflect, scatter UV rays, but do not transmit them to the skin. The most famous of them are zinc and titanium oxides. To make the reflectivity of these substances

maximum, they are ground to very fine particles. For what? Imagine there is a block of wood the size of a matchbox. By placing it on a standard sheet of paper, you can create a shadow the size of this box. If you cut the block into two layers, they can shade twice the area. If the block is cut into many layers, they can shade the entire sheet of paper. The same principle is used in the manufacture of mineral filters. Maximum coverage is achieved with a minimum particle size, ideally nano-sized.

But today it is believed that mineral nanoparticles are unsafe for humans. Therefore, the same British non-governmental organization Soil Association (SA), specializing in the certification of organic products, announced that products with nanoparticles will no longer be able to obtain an SA certificate. And first of all, this applies to sunscreens.

Comments from the training manager of the brand Weleda Maria Kondratieva:

At Weleda we only use physical filters in our products for a number of reasons. The first is that physical filters behave more stably in the sun and in cosmetics Oh. Second, products with chemical filters require discipline from the consumer and

special care. So, it is recommended to apply such products half an hour before going to the beach or in active sun. Physical filters begin to protect immediately after application and are convenient to renew during use.

Nelly Papikyan, mi& ko:

Not all chemical filters are harmful to the body. To date the safest and most effective among chemical filters are considered:

1) Tinosorb S (Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine) is the best chemical filter to date. Photostable; protects against UVB, UVA1, UVA2; waterproof

2) Tinosorb M (Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol) - protects against UVB, UVA1, UVA2; less photostable; poorly soluble in water and fats

3) Mexoryl XL (Drometrizole trisiloxane) - Protects against UVA2; photostable; fat soluble; Contained only in L'Oreal products

4) Mexoryl SX (Terephthalylidene Dicamphor Sulfonic Acid) - Protects against UVA1, UVA2; photostable; water soluble; Contained only in L'Oreal products.

5. And what SPF ingredients, on the contrary, are the most harmful? What components in SPF products should you definitely avoid and why?

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Most large European manufacturers, as a rule, do not use the most harmful filters.

Try not to buy the cheapest sunscreens, because... they contain the cheapest cosmetic ingredients, which are, at a minimum, useless for the skin, and at maximum, harmful.

Teymur Belyaev, Levrana:

If the particle size of the physical filter is too small (nanoparticles), then they are even capable of penetrating from the surface into the body, slagging it. This is why it is so important to know and trust the manufacturer of your sunscreen. (By the way, the COSMOS-Ecocert standard prohibits the use of nanoparticles, so we use micronized zinc oxide, but not nano).

Among the variety of chemical filters, there are a considerable number of truly harmful ones, since in addition to their beneficial properties

photoprotection, they adversely affect the skin itself, poisoning the body, or being an allergen, not to mention the carcinogenicity of some of them. Here are some of these substances: escalol, octinoxate, oxybenzone, enzacamine, cinoxate.

Igor Ivanov, “Kleona”:

Nowadays the dominant mass trend is that physical filters are ABOUT rovo, but chemical ones are bad. It's a delusion. And that's why.

Did you know that there are self-cleaning glasses that literally burn off dirt when exposed to sunlight? All this is achieved through a thin layer of titanium oxide applied to the glass. Under the influence of ultraviolet light, inert and safe titanium oxide becomes photoactive and, together with atmospheric oxygen, begins to destroy any organic substances that come into contact with it. The efficiency of these processes is so great that photocatalytic technologies for cleaning surfaces and air based on titanium oxide will soon become a new industry.

Now imagine what happens on the skin, richly lubricated with titanium oxide nanoparticles, thickly mixed with vegetable oils and/or other easily oxidized substances, when this whole mixture is irradiated with ultraviolet light for hours and blown with a fresh warm breeze.

With chemical filters things are more complicated. She uses dozens of them in cosmetics. And it is true that some of them are dangerous to humans. But this applies to first generation sun filters. Current chemical filters are much safer. But there is a fairly large category of people who still avoid them, indiscriminately.

If we talk about what is most harmful in sunscreen cosmetics, I would say: human behavior. When he chooses cheap sunscreens that contain dangerous filters. When she applies creams with a clearly higher SPF than necessary. When he shifts all responsibility to the cream and lies in the sun for hours at a time when all doctors recommend being in the shade.

Can high SPF products replace everyday cream? Lena Korenkova tried four promising options at very different prices.

Many, including Yulia and Ira, apply on top day cream and serums. I find this sandwich too dense - especially for summer - and I don't quite understand the point. Why, if one cream can contain both care and protection? Okay, I would need a narrowly targeted composition: for rosacea or rosacea. Or, as five years ago, creams would offer a sunscreen of SPF 15, which is insufficient for reliable protection. But now brands have begun to supply moisturizing and anti-aging products with SPF 50. (Or they have added care to the protective screens - it depends on how you look at it.) It remains to be seen whether they can be taken seriously as an alternative to your favorite cream.

Anti-aging sunscreen UV-Defence SPF50+, Filorga

Promises: moisturize, accelerate cellular regeneration, fight age-related changes. Contains hyaluronic acid, NCTF complex (50 components: minerals, amino acids, coenzymes), brown algae extract.

Lena: “Super-nourishing cream with a light, milky texture. The family connection with sun protection is revealed by the smell (I don’t understand whether it reminds me of any specific SPF products or the class as a whole) and the fact that it is smeared with whitish streaks. There is no discomfort from this, they disappear as soon as the cream is absorbed. And he’s smart, you don’t have to force him. For some time the skin remains shiny, and perhaps more than I would like. But overall, it’s an excellent cream that doesn’t clog pores. I would recommend it for normal to dry skin.”

Price: about 2500 rub. in pharmacies.

Invisibility veil for face, décolleté and hands Cell Shock White SPF 50 PA ++, Swiss Line

Promises: relieve redness and irritation (licorice extract and Japanese cherry leaves). There are no gaps between the microscopic “mirrors” that reflect the sun’s rays and make up the veil. Therefore, it can and should be applied in a thin layer.

Lena: “At first I spread the emulsion thickly, like a cream. She rolled into balls in response. Then I figured out how to do it correctly: squeeze out an amount the size of an almond seed, rub it between your fingers and do not smear it on your face - apply it or slam it, pressing the emulsion into the skin. And the skin becomes downright velvety. And the powdery floral scent! In general, it’s not for nothing that I am a fan of Swiss Line. My skincare now consists almost entirely of products from this brand; I don’t hide the emulsion deep in the closet either. I wear it on top of their new moisturizing serum – it’s bomb.”

Price: 5104 rub. on swiss-line.net.

Daytime protective face cream SPF 50+ UV Protective Cream, Cle de Peau Beaute

Promises: to moisturize, add radiance, protect from the negative effects of the environment - dryness and polluted air. Makes makeup application easier. Fights signs of age: stimulates the function of ion channels, which are responsible for transporting substances through the cell membrane. Contains Baikal skullcap extract and hibiscus flower essence.

Lena: “We need to lower the degree of delight, otherwise the review turns into a performance by an exalted lady. Oooh, this is a thing! :)) Once I applied it, I felt like I had taken a course of moisturizing masks from a cosmetologist. The texture is light and not sticky. The skin absorbs the cream like tumbleweeds absorb water. Another visible upgrade is smoothness and shine. I appreciated how the foundation glides easily on top of the cream and applies evenly. Here's Yulia's. Gorgeous cream."

Price: 7800 rubles.

Restoring Perfection PA++++ SPF50, Valmont

Promises: to heal existing skin damage from any ultraviolet rays. Mattifies and evens out tone. Contains Silicon D² complex, which activates collagen synthesis. When UVA rays hit the skin, its effectiveness increases 10 times - and collagen synthesis is thus doubled. Triple DNA stimulates cellular metabolism. Encapsulated RNA improves skin immunity to environmental influences.

Lena: “Shhh, listen. This is how the 18 thousandth banknotes that are asked for this cream rustle. I won’t discuss how justified the price is, especially since half of the promises - doubling collagen synthesis, accelerating metabolism - cannot be touched. But I absolutely love everything about this cream. It moisturizes, immediately mattifies, and immediately adds shine, can you imagine? I think trendsetter brands should get involved and change course from a wet glow to a dry one. It looks more natural and youthful: ideal non-oily, radiant skin.

The cream has the texture of viscous milk. It smells narcotic, like the bath line in hotels where a night costs the price of three of these bottles. In the soapy-aldehyde scent I see (or maybe imagine?) bitter neroli. It looks like the Valmont brand is worth taking a closer look at.”

Price: 18,055 rub. before discount and 13,541 rub. after – on the website iledebeaute.ru.

Summary: “A rare case, I praise all four products, and easily imagine each in place of my perfect daily cream. All four went on vacation with me, and in the first days the tan on my face didn’t even set (so they had to be canceled urgently))) At sea it was most comfortable with Cle de Peau Beaute. In the city I alternate it with Valmont. I can apply them after washing my face without any serums. You still need something moisturizing under Filorga and Swiss Line. But overall, I recommend everything.”

Compositions:

Anti-aging sunscreen UV-Defence SPF50+, Filorga: Aqua (Water), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Homosalate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol (nano) (Tinosorb M), Bis-Ethylhexylphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine (Tinosorb S), Glycerin, Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate, Phenylbenzimidazole S ulfonic Acid , Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane (Avobenzone), Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Phenoxyethanol, Decyl Glucoside, Parfum, Dimethicone, Disodium EDTA, Sucrose Palmitate, Sodium Hydroxide, Tocopherol, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Sprout Extract, Xanthan Gum, Glyceryl Linoleate, Lamin aria Ochroleuca Extract, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Sodium Chloride, Propylene Glycol, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Sodium Hyaluronate, Glucose, Methylisothiazolinone, Citric Acid, Humulus Lupus (Hops) Strobile, Lecithin, Potassium Chloride, Potassium Sorbate , Calcium Chloride, Magnesium Sulfate, Glutamine, Sodium Phosphate, Sodium Acetate, Lysine, Hcl, Arginine, Alanine, Histidine, Valine, Leucine, Threonine, Isoleucine, Tryptophan, Phenylalanine, Tyrosine, Glycine, Polysorbate 80, Serine, Deoxyadenosine, Cystine, Glutathione, Cyanocobalamin, Deoxycytidine, Deoxyguanosine, Deoxythymidine, Asparagine, Aspartic Acid, Ornithine, Glutamic Acid, Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide, Proline, Aminobutyric Acid, Methionine, Taurine, Hydroxyproline, Glucosamine, Coenzyme A, Glucuronolactone, Sodium Glucuronate, Sodium Uridine Triphosphate, Thiamine Diphosphate, Disodium Flavine Adenine Dinucleotide, Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide Phosphate, Retinyl Acetate, Inositol, Methyl Deoxycytidine, Niacin, Niacinamide, Pyridoxal, Pyridoxine, Biotin, Calcium Pantothenate, Folic Acid, Riboflavin, Tocopheryl Phosphate.

Invisibility veil for face, décolleté and hands Cell Shock White SPF 50 PA ++, Swiss Line: the composition can be viewed.

Daytime protective face cream SPF 50+ UV Protective Cream, Cle de Peau Beaute: Water(Aqua/Eau)･Polysilicone-15･Diisopropyl Sebacate･Butylene Glycol･Glycerin･Octocrylene･Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine･Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer･Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane･Dimethicone･ Alcohol Denat.･Behenyl Alcohol･Dipropylene Glycol･Polybutylene Glycol /Ppg-9/1 Copolymer･Peg/Ppg-14/7 Dimethyl Ether･Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid･Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate･Triethanolamine･Benzophenone-3･Trehalose･Beheneth-20･Phenoxyethanol･Stearyl Alcohol･Silica ･Fragrance (Parfum) ･Alcohol･Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer･Tocopheryl Acetate･Carbomer･Sodium Metaphosphate･Polyquaternium-51･Limonene･Trisodium Edta･Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate･Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate･Linalool･Iron Oxides (C i 77491)･Hexyl Cinnamal･Citronellol･ Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone･Saxifraga Sarmentosa Extract･Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891)･Geraniol･Benzyl Benzoate･Sodium Metabisulfite･Mica･Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract･Thymus Serpillum Extract･Crataegus Monogyna Flower Extract･Talc･Hydrolyzed Sil k･2-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid･Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract･Uncaria Gambir Extract･Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract･Garcinia Mangostana Bark Extract(Garcinia Mangostana)･Panax Ginseng Root Extract･Bupleurum Falcatum Root Extract･Tocopherol･Theanine･Hydrolyzed Conchiolin Protein

Restoring Perfection PA++++ SPF50, Valmont: the composition can be viewed.

Sunscreen with SPF 100 is a cosmetic product for protecting the skin from the sun, which provides a complete block of ultraviolet rays. It is recommended to use creams with SPF 100 for people with photos sensitive skin y, as well as in the presence of contraindications to exposure to the sun.

About SPF 100 protection

Sun cream that protects against the negative effects of ultraviolet rays is necessary for any skin type. Protect your skin during Everyday life and on the beach. The range of sunscreen cosmetics is huge: from spf 5 and above.

The most powerful sunscreen is a cream with spf 100.

SPF (Sun Protect Filter) 100– a sunscreen filter contained in sun cream. To determine the amount of time during which the cream is able to protect the skin from ultraviolet radiation, a formula is needed: the time in the sun before redness appears on the skin, multiplied by the filter index.

The sun's rays are necessary for the full development of the body, so children definitely need to walk outside several times a day. Under the influence of ultraviolet rays, a special vitamin D appears in the human body, which is simply necessary for the formation of healthy and strong bone cells. This vitamin is a regulator of calcium and phosphorus in blood cells.

Despite all the usefulness of ultraviolet radiation, there are special rules for being under the rays of the sun. In addition to the beneficial effects on the body, ultraviolet rays can cause negative changes in the structure of the skin.

Consequences that may occur if you do not use sunscreen on your skin:

• The skin will receive sunburn, the degree and volume of which depends on how much sun rays hit the skin and how long you were exposed to open rays;
• Without a protective cream, the skin loses moisture and becomes chapped under the influence of the sun;
• Early aging of skin tissue occurs - wrinkles appear and the skin loses elasticity;
• Unwanted pigmentation appears on the face and body;
• The likelihood of skin diseases, including dermal cancer, increases.

All these troubles can be avoided if you use a properly selected product that protects against the effects of UV radiation.

Composition of cream with spf 100

Full block creams contain two types of sun filters:

1. Chemical protective factor:
   • Benzophenone is a substance that absorbs short and medium UV rays. The radical does not reflect the rays of the sun, but perfectly absorbs them, turning them into chemical components;
   • Avocado, shea butter, wheat germ and many other types of oils that have natural filters.
2. Physical protection factors: microelements (titanium, zinc, potassium), which form a screen on the surface of the skin and are not absorbed into it. The protective screen reflects the sun's rays.

How to choose

• The cream should be selected not only according to the value of the sun protection factor. A protective cream for your skin may contain a minimal amount of light filters.
• The choice should depend on the characteristics of the skin. There are 6 color types that differ in shades. Dark skin is less exposed to sunlight and tans more slowly.
• Record the time spent in the sun, which is necessary to obtain minimal tanning - redness of the skin. The number of minutes can vary from 5 to 20. Under the protection of sun cream, you can spend 25, 30, 100 times more time in the sun than is necessary for its redness. The indicators depend on the photosensitive factor index of the cream.
• Sensitive skin requires special protection with a high spf factor of 100.

Who needs a cream with spf 100

Sunscreen cosmetics cannot completely protect the skin from ultraviolet rays.

Products with a protection level of spf 100 protect the skin only by 99%.

Creams with spf factors 50 and 100 have the highest level of protective properties. The skin protection time is almost the same for products with an index of 50 and an index of 100. Both creams are intended for hypersensitive skin, which reacts very sharply to the sun.

Difference sun protection factors with different index:

• SPF 15 reflects 93% of UVB rays.
• SPF 30 - 97%.
• SPF 50 - 98%.
• SPF 100 - 99%.

Sunscreen face cream spf 100 is intended for people for whom exposure to UV rays is absolutely contraindicated. Indications may include increased skin sensitivity to ultraviolet radiation, skin diseases, pigmentation, and pregnancy.

List of good creams with spf 100

Bioderma Photoderm Max spf 100 – foundation

The product has maximum protection and almost completely reflects the ultraviolet rays affecting the skin. The cream is indicated for dyschromia under UV radiation. Suitable for normal to dry skin types.
Bioderma foundation has 2 types of filters: UVA and UVB. A special set of minerals “Cell Bioprotection” allows you to protect the skin structure at the cellular level from the harmful effects of UV rays.
Before going out into the sun, apply an even layer of cream to clean, dry skin. A second coat should be applied after 2 hours, as well as after exposure to water.

Price: 900 rub.

Neutrogena spf 100 lightweight sunscreen

Nitrogina cream has a protection factor of spf 100. Suitable for daily use and allows maximum protection of delicate facial skin from UVA and UVB rays. Due to its lightness and softness, it is perfectly distributed on the surface of the skin and does not create a “mask” effect.
Using the product under makeup will protect your facial skin from the sun, even out your skin tone and moisturize it.

Price: 840 rub.

Photoderm MAX BIO spf 100

The cream protects the skin of the face from ultraviolet radiation. Suitable for dry and normal skin.

Action of the cream:

• Protection against UVA rays with spf 30 (highest value);
• UVB protection spf 100;
• Protection of the cell nucleus, namely DNA chains;
• Elimination of skin irritation;
• Cell regeneration.

Price: 1000 rub.

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1. 1

   UVB stimulate the production of melanin, that is, they are responsible for Tan. They also cause solar burns.

2. 2

   UVA penetrate deeper into tissues, destroy cell DNA, provoke photoaging(wrinkles, age spots), photodermatitis, can cause malignant neoplasms.

When choosing Sanskrin, it is important to know what it protects against © Getty Images

Numbers next to the abbreviation SPF(Sun Protection Factor) inform about the degree of protection only from UVB rays, that is, from burns. The level of protection against A-rays has a different indication. Such protection is provided by products with the following markings:

the letter "A" in a circle;

broad spectrum inscription;

abbreviation PPD (Persistent Pigment Darkening) or PA - in the Asian market.

What types of creams with SPF are there?

Sanskrins are divided into several groups depending on the SPF value.

1. 1

   Low degree of protection - these include all means with SPF below 15. Such remedies are suitable only for people with very dark skin V and VI phototypes.

2. 2

   Average degree of protection - SPF 15-20. Addressed to naturally dark-skinned people who do not get sunburned. However, a lot depends on the level of solar activity. In the scorching summer sun in the mountains, tropics or on the coast, such protection will not be sufficient.

3. 3

   High degree of protection - SPF 30 and 50.

4. 4

   Very high degree of protection SPF 50+- this category includes sunscreen products with a factor of 70, 80, 100.

Sunscreen with SPF 70, 80, 100

The higher the SPF value of sunscreen, the better it protects from the sun. Does this mean that you can feel safe if you choose a cream with a three-digit protective factor? The answer is no, you can’t, and here’s why.

1. 1

   None of the existing cosmetics provides complete sun protection.

2. 2

   The consumer, following the simplest logic, thinks that SPF 30 protects the skin twice as much as SPF 15, and SPF 100 is twice as high as SPF 50. In fact, the logic is different.

SPF 15 blocks 93% of UVB rays.

• SPF 50 (+) - 98%.

As you can see, the difference between fifty and a hundred is very small, only one percent. Therefore, European recommendations require that the maximum SPF 50 be indicated on the packaging, and everything higher must be marked with a “+” sign.

Dermatologists believe that “weaving” purely psychologically gives the consumer a false sense of complete security and he begins to neglect the rules of “safe tanning”, without which creams with SPF simply will not be able to provide the declared protection,” says Garnier expert Marina Kamanina.

So if you get sunburned even under the cover of SPF 50+ cream, then you did something wrong. Test yourself again by reading.

Let us recall two basic rules for using SPF cosmetics.

1. 1

   Apply generously and evenly.

2. 2

   Renew every 2 hours and after swimming.

Rating of the best creams with SPF 50

In this review, we have collected the best, in the opinion of the site team, products with a maximum protection factor of 50 and 50+.

Mattifying gel-cream Anthelios XL, SPF 50+, La Roche-Posay

A godsend for those who struggle with oily shine on their face every summer. The product not only protects the skin from the sun, but also mattifies it thanks to the Airlicium component.

Anthelios Ultra Cream, SPF 50+, La Roche-Posay

A non-greasy moisturizer that can be applied to the face, including the eyelid area.

Sunscreen moisturizing dry facial spray Ambre Solaire “Expert Protection”, SPF 50, Garnier, 75 ml

Undoubted advantages: lightness, compactness and the ability to apply even over makeup.

Sun protection stick for sensitive areas and lips Capital Idéal Soleil, SPF 50+, Vichy

Saves sensitive areas from sunburn and prevents photoaging. The stick can be used instead of hygienic lipstick, used to treat moles, and applied to the delicate skin around the eyes. The list of ingredients contains a lot of useful things: cocoa and shea butter, castor oil, vitamin E.

Body spray Sublime Sun “Extra Protection”, SPF 50+, L"Oréal Paris

Enhanced protection against UVB and UVA rays is combined with an airy texture that is imperceptible on the skin. And no white marks.

Gel "Vetskin" Anthelios 50+, La Roche-Posay

Water-repellent sunscreen is created using a special technology that allows it to be applied directly to wet skin. At the same time, the sun protection properties remain high.

Toning treatment against age spots, SPF 50+, Vichy

A three-in-one product: tones, protects against ultraviolet radiation and, therefore, prevents unwanted hyperpigmentation. Plus it fights existing age spots.

Namely, how to choose the ideal product for yourself that will protect your face and body skin from harmful sun rays and reduce the risk of sunburn.

Grade

In our material you will learn how to choose the best sunscreen, which one is best for dry, oily and sensitive skin, how to apply sun protection cream correctly, as well as a rating of the best sunscreens for face.

We have already said that everyone, without exception, should use sunscreen. It is needed to protect your skin from the harmful effects of the sun, premature skin aging, and also from sunburn, which can lead to cancer.

What types of sunscreens are there: understanding the abbreviations on the labels

The first (and probably the only) thing everyone pays attention to is. The number next to the abbreviation SPF indicates how many times you can increase your safe exposure to the sun without the risk of getting a sunburn.

The "UVA" symbol indicates that the product protects your skin from ultraviolet A rays and is formulated to meet all EU requirements.

Also on the packaging of the sunscreen you can see the abbreviation PA+, which indicates the intensity of protection against the sun's UVA rays. The PA index is indicated by plus signs: “+”, “++” or “+++”.

The inscription on the label “broad spectrum protection” means that the cream will protect against both the entire spectrum of UVA and UVB rays.

What types of sunscreens are there: studying the composition of sun protection products

There are three types of sunscreens: with physical and chemical filters, as well as combined ones, which contain both physical and chemical filters. The latter are the best option for protecting the skin of the face and body. Physical (mineral) filters reflect and block sunlight from the surface of the skin according to the principle of a mirror. Chemical filters, which should also be included in sunscreen, absorb the sun's rays.

When purchasing sunscreen, you need to pay attention to its composition. It must include physical filters such as zinc oxide (Zinc Oxide) and titanium dioxide (Titanium Dioxide), as well as Avobenzone - the main chemical filter. If you find these three ingredients in your sun protection cream, don't worry - they will effectively protect your skin from UVA and UVB rays.

How to properly apply sunscreen to your face and body

1. Apply sunscreen 15-20 minutes before going out into the sun: this time is enough for the chemical filters to penetrate the skin and begin to act.

2. Don't skimp on cream. Dermatologists say that approximately 30 g of cream is needed to protect the entire body. The face, décolleté and shoulders need to be protected more carefully - they require approximately 1 tbsp. l. facilities

3. Reapply sunscreen every two hours. Every time after swimming or playing volleyball (you will definitely sweat), you need to renew the layer of cream.

How to choose the best sunscreen for yourself

We figured out the composition. Now you need to choose the optimal SPF level of protection for you. To do this, you need to decide on three factors:

1. your skin phototype

2. For what purposes will you use sunscreen?

3. your skin type

1. Determine your phototype

In order to choose a product with the right protection factor, you first need to determine your skin phototype. Below is a table that will help you decide which phototype you belong to. Often, Ukrainian women belong to phototype 1-3.

To make it easier to determine your phototype, remember how your skin reacts to the sun. If you burn quickly, most likely you are a girl of phototype 1. You need a reliable one. If you are a girl of the 2nd phototype, you tan well, but still sometimes get sunburned. Choose a cream with SPF30. If you classified yourself as phototype 3, obviously you tan easily and almost never burn. Choose a cream with SPF 15-20. The remaining phototypes (4-6th) do not need a high protection factor: it is enough for you to use SPF6-15. But this does not mean that all indicators should be low. Other protective factors should be high.

2. Determine the purpose of using sunscreen

Next, you need to decide for what purpose you will use the product. If you want to protect your skin in urban conditions, a cream with SPF 10-15 (for snow whites - up to 30) will be enough. If you are going on vacation at sea, be sure to use a product with the maximum protection factor for the first 2-3 days: SPF50+ will reduce the risk of sunburn to a minimum. After the first days of reliable high SPF protection, you can switch to a lower factor that matches your phototype.

3. Choose a sunscreen based on your skin type

In addition to traditional cream, there are other types of sunscreens: lotion, milk, emulsion, oil. Such diversity was not invented without reason. Each type of sunscreen is designed for a specific skin type.

Sensitive skin

Choose milk or emulsion: their light composition is developed specifically for sensitive and delicate skin. Some companies add plant extracts and other natural extracts to the cream - make sure you are not allergic to them, and take this factor into account when choosing a product.

Dry skin

To prevent your skin from becoming even drier, choose a product that contains moisturizing ingredients. Avoid alcohol-based products - sprays and gels will dry out the skin. Tanning milk or oil is ideal for your dry skin.

Oily, combination and problem skin

Under the influence of the sun, the sebaceous glands begin to work more actively. Your task is to regulate their action so that sebum is not produced in excess. Do not use creams that contain mineral oils. Choose light sunscreens with chemical filters - lotions or emulsions. They do not leave an oily sheen on the skin, do not clog pores and contain sebum-regulating and mattifying components.

Rating of the best sunscreens

We have studied the composition and characteristics of some sunscreens and selected for you the best products with an optimal price-quality ratio.

SunscreenLA ROCHE-POSAY ANTHELIOS XL SPF 50

The pharmacy brand La Roche-Posay has developed a quick-drying, non-greasy cream with a natural composition. It is safe and suitable for even the most sensitive skin of the body and face, prone to allergic reactions. Despite its delicate action, the cream has a good composition that effectively protects the skin from solar activity.

Sun protection spray VICHY IDEAL SOLEIL

The spray veil is easy to apply and quickly absorbed without leaving any traces. The composition does not contain alcohol or parabens. The spray protects against type A and B rays, has a waterproof formula and a hypoallergenic composition. Suitable for any skin type.

Avene Solaires Mineral Cream SPF 50+

An ideal remedy for people with the first and second phototypes. There are no chemical filters or fragrances in the composition - only mineral (physical) filters of natural origin that do not irritate the skin and eliminate the occurrence of allergic reactions. The cream protects against UVA and UVB rays, restores the skin barrier and the integrity of skin cells. It can also be used on the face.

Nivea Sun Care SPF 50 sun protection lotion

This lotion protects the skin from UVA and UVB rays, absorbs instantly and immediately begins to moisturize and soften the skin without leaving a sticky feeling. The product has passed dermatological control. Suitable even for sensitive skin.

Sunscreen anti-aging face cream Avon SPF 50

This product contains only chemical filters. The cream is perfect for dry and aging skin that needs additional hydration and nutrition. Vitamin E in the composition acts as an antioxidant, preventing skin aging. The cream has a pleasant texture, spreads well over the skin and delicately moisturizes it.