The sun is seductive and treacherous at the same time. And how best to protect yourself from their warming rays is legendary. We speak plain language in terms of sun protection and tell you what is really true.
1. I do not have to apply cream until I'm in the sun
Oh no! If you want to sunbathe or play a round of beach volleyball, you should cream yourself at least half an hour in advance. Thus, the sunscreen filter from the cream on the skin surface can be effective. This also applies to products marked "Act immediately". It is always better to be sure than to risk a sunburn.
2. The sun cream for the body / face is also sufficient for the lips
Have you ever wondered why your lips are so irritated after a day at the sea, even though you've creamed them with your face? This is because the lip skin is very soft and can not form melanin. It therefore reacts much more sensitively than other body parts to the harmful radiation. The solution to the problem are special sunscreen products for the lips. For everyday life Lip Balms, z. For example, the Active Protection Lip Balms Lemon Twist with SPF 15 and Fresh Grapefruit with SPF 30 from eos are the perfect companions. Just refresh the lip balm every few hours and you're on the safe side. By the way: With the Active Protection Lip Balms it does not matter at all, if you start to sweat or get wet. They are namely sweat-resistant and water-repellent. For extreme situations or very sensitive skin types, of course, other specialized suppliers also offer products with a very high SPF 50.
3. The sun protection factor tells how long I can stay in the sun
This is a myth that sticks stubbornly, but that's absolutely nothing to it. A SPF of 30 does not mean that you can spend 30 minutes in the sun without being damaged. To calculate the effective time of a sunscreen, the so-called self-protection time must be multiplied by the sun protection factor. An example: If you do not get suntan lotion after about ten minutes, you have to expect a sun protection factor of 30 - theoretically - only after 300 minutes. But attention: The self-protection time is unfortunately not a reliable size, because it depends on the one hand on the skin type and on the other by the intensity of sunlight. To make matters worse, that, for example, by sweating or by the abrasion of the cream on the bath towel always lost protection. Even, who creams thoroughly, must be careful, so that it does not come to the sunburn.
4. Multiple creaming increases the sun protection factor
Unfortunately, this assumption does not correspond to the truth. This means that creaming twice with sun protection factor (SPF) 20 does not mean that the SPF gives 40. No matter how often it is refilled, it remains at SPF 20. Who wants to achieve the specified SPF at all, must use two milligrams of sunscreen per square centimeter of body surface. Converted and depending on your body size that is about half a sun cream tube.
5. I will not turn brown with a very high sun protection factor
Apart from the fact that a too toasted complexion is totally out, that is of course not true. Even with a high sun protection factor, it is no problem to get a nice tan. It just takes a little bit longer. But this is the healthier way to get brown, because the skin has more time to adapt to the sun's rays. And today, when using a sunscreen with a very high sun protection factor, no one has to be afraid of a white film on the skin anymore. This is history!
6. If I stay in the shade, nothing can happen to me
Many people still believe that. But it is an absolute mistake, because even in the supposedly safe shade of the parasol is still a risk of burns. Around 60 to 80 percent of the radiation reaches the skin surface anyway - not to forget the strong reflection of the white sandy beach. Especially Sensibelchen should therefore anyway eincremen.
7. When I go to the solarium before the holidays, I do not have to worry about sunburn
It would be nice! But unfortunately this is probably one of the biggest faux pas. The tubes in the solarium almost exclusively emit UVA radiation. This will make the skin brown, but it can not build up any natural sunscreen. Apart from that, regular tanning beds ensure premature skin aging. So better cream and cream slowly. Not only is this healthier, it also looks much better.
8. After-sun care? Is completely overrated and is not important at all
Oh yes, because the skin is removed by the sunlight much more moisture than normal. In addition, there may be extensive splashing in chlorine and sea water, which also dries out the skin. Not only does she quickly feel dry, she also looks flaky. Accordingly, it is important to provide an extra dose of moisture afterwards. After Sun products are tailored to the needs of the skin after a sunny day and give her back what she has lost. In addition to a lot of moisture, they also contain soothing ingredients that help to reduce redness and keep the skin taut.
9. I need sunscreen only at the lake or on vacation
Not correct! Sun cream is an absolute must in summer for all daytime activities where you are directly exposed to the sun. Especially during sports activities, the skin should be generously supplied with sunscreen. As a rule of thumb, sunscreen should be used in our range from Easter to October. Of course, a good sun protection should not be missing even when skiing in winter. Through the snow, the radiation is strongly reflected and it can quickly come to an unpleasant sunburn without sunscreen.
10. After a week on vacation I do not have to cream myself anymore
It would be nice! Although it is true that the skin forms a protective Schwitz by UVB rays, but that corresponds after three weeks, just about LSF 6. "Light Schwschwinger" means, incidentally, because the cornea through the radiation is slightly thicker and so the light reflects, filters and scatters. Nevertheless, especially at the beginning of the summer, the skin needs decent protection and "getting used to" can not really be talked about. Therefore please always continue to cream carefully.
