Best sunscreens for different skin types by Dr. Shelly, Bikaner(Rajasthan)
Dr Sunny Chhabra・1 minute read
Sunscreen is essential for protecting the skin from UVA and UVB rays to prevent issues like freckles, tanning, dark spots, wrinkles, and skin cancer, with daily application and reapplication every two hours recommended, especially during peak damage times. The recommended amount of sunscreen to apply is equivalent to a ₹1 coin, with different types available, including physical and chemical sunscreens, with SPF 30 and Triple Plus UVA protection grades being recommended for all skin types.
Insights
- UVA, UVB, and UVC rays from the sun can harm skin, leading to issues like freckles, tanning, dark spots, wrinkles, and skin cancer, emphasizing the importance of applying sunscreen daily to protect against these damaging effects.
- Sunscreen application should be consistent year-round, with reapplication every two hours, especially during peak sun exposure times, using the recommended amount equivalent to a ₹1 coin, and choosing the appropriate type of sunscreen based on SPF, UVA protection grades, and skin type for optimal protection against UV rays.
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Recent questions
How many types of ultraviolet rays come from the sun?
Three
How often should sunscreen be applied?
Daily
What is the recommended amount of sunscreen to apply?
Equivalent to ₹1 coin
What do SPF and UVA protection grades indicate?
Level of protection
When are peak damage times from the sun?
11:00 am to 3:00 pm
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"Sunscreen: Essential Protection Against Harmful UV Rays"
- Three types of ultraviolet rays, UVA, UVB, and UVC, come from the sun, with UVC being absorbed by the ozone layer, while UVA and UVB can damage the skin, causing issues like freckles, tanning, dark spots, wrinkles, and even skin cancer.
- Sunscreen should be applied daily, 365 days a year, regardless of sun exposure levels, with reapplication every two hours for those with more sun exposure, especially during peak damage times from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm.
- The recommended amount of sunscreen to apply is equivalent to ₹1 coin, dotted on the face and spread evenly without rubbing too much, with different types of sunscreen available, including physical sunscreens that form a protective barrier and chemical sunscreens that absorb UV rays.
- SPF (Sun Protection Factor) and UVA protection grades like Single Plus, Double Plus, Triple Plus, and Four Plus indicate the level of protection a sunscreen offers, with SPF 30 and Triple Plus recommended, and various sunscreen options available in the market for different skin types like oily, dry, and sensitive skin.
