How to choose the right sunscreen for each skin type

How to Choose the Right Sunscreen: Optimal Skin Protection

Sunlight brings many health benefits, but at the same time is the main cause of skin aging and increases the risk of skin cancer. Sunscreen is the "shield" that protects the skin from the harmful effects of UV rays, helping to maintain the beauty and health of the skin over time.

However, not everyone knows how to choose the right sunscreen for their needs and skin type. An effective sunscreen product not only needs to have a high SPF but also needs to be compatible with the skin, bringing a comfortable feeling when used. Let's Dr Nguyen Giap discover how to choose sunscreens fit to protect skin in an optimal way.

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Understanding Sunscreens

On the market today, sunscreens are divided into three main groups: physical sunscreens, chemical sunscreens and hybrid sunscreens. Each type has its own skin protection mechanism, suitable for different skin types and needs.

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Physical Sunscreen (Sunblock)

This is a sunscreen that contains mineral ingredients like Zinc Oxide and Titanium Dioxide, which work by creating a film on the skin's surface that reflects UV rays away from the skin, like a mirror.

Advantages:

Protect the skin immediately after application, no need to wait duration osmosis.
Less irritation, in accordance with sensitive skin.
Effective sunscreen more sustainable under strong sunlight.

Cons:

Texture is often thick, easy to leave white streaks on the skin.
Can cause feeling greasy, heavy face, especially for oily skin.

Chemical Sunscreen

Unlike physical sunscreens, this cream contains organic compounds such as Avobenzone, Oxybenzone, Octinoxate, Tinosorb that help absorb and convert UV rays into heat, then release them from the skin.

Advantages:

Light texture, easily absorbed into the skin, leaving no white streaks.
Suitable for all skin types, especially oily and combination skin.
Often combined with other ingredients, lotion such as niacinamide, vitamin CE help nourish the skin.

Cons:

May cause irritation to sensitive skin.
Need to apply before 20 – 30 minutes before going outside to promote efficiency.

Sunscreen Hybrid (Hybrid Sunscreen)

This is a combination of physical and chemical sunscreens, helping to promote the advantages of both types. These products often have good protection, while still ensuring a light and comfortable texture on the skin.

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Choose A Sunscreen For Every Skin Type

Each skin has its own characteristics, so the choice of sunscreen also need to be considered carefully.

Oily, acne-prone skin: Choose a gel, water-based, or oil-free sunscreen to avoid clogging pores. Products labeled “non-comedogenic” will help reduce acne.
Dry skin: Prioritize sunscreens with moisturizing ingredients such as Hyaluronic Acid and Glycerin to prevent dry skin.
Sensitive Skin: Choose a sunscreen physics with ingredients soothing, avoid substances to cause irritation, such as aromatherapy, alcohol, oxybenzone.
Combination skin: Choose a sunscreen with textured thin lightweight, not too dry, not too greasy to ensure balance to the skin.

Choose Sunscreen According to Purpose of Use

Next to skin type, you also need to consider purpose used to select the type of sunscreen best fit.

Use daily: Choose sunscreen SPF 30 – 50 PA++ upward, texture thin, lightweight, easy to permeability to the skin always comfortable.
Makeup: Use sunscreen no color or can layer finish throughout, help create a good background for the class makeup.
Outdoor activities, go to the beach: Need sunscreen, water resistant, sweat, SPF 50+, PA+++ to protect the skin better.
Skin aging: Should choose sunscreen antioxidant composition such as Vitamin C, E, Niacinamide helps to prevent damage by the sun.

Use Sunscreen Properly

Choose a sunscreen conformity is one thing, but if not used properly, it effectively protects the skin will also be significantly reduced.

Apply sunscreen at least 20 – 30 minutes before going outside.
Use a sufficient amount of sunscreen, about 2mg/cm2 of skin (equivalent to a small coin for the face).
Reapply sunscreen after every 2 – 3 hours, especially when outdoor activities or exposed to water.
Combine the other safeguards, such as a hat, wear sunscreen, wear sunglasses to protect the skin more comprehensive.

Common Mistakes When Choosing And Using Sunscreen

Many people still suffer from these common mistakes when using sunscreen, make effective protection of the skin is significantly reduced.

❌ Only focus on only the number of SPF forgetting PA – SPF protects the skin from UVB rays, but new PA is a factor against UVA rays, the main cause of aging. Choose a sunscreen with PA++ and up to comprehensive protection.
❌ Apply sunscreen too little – Use amount of cream too little will not achieve the effect of optimal protection. Please be sure to use a sufficient amount according to the recommendations.
❌ Don't reapply sunscreen during the day – sunscreen will be swept away by sweat, water or friction, so you need to reapply often.
❌ Think sun shade't need to use sunscreen – UV rays can pass through clouds and cause harm to the skin even if the sun is not sunny.

Conclusion

Sunscreen is an indispensable step to protect the skin from the harmful effects of UV rays, prevent aging and skin cancer. However, not all sunscreens are suitable for all skin types. Choosing the right product and using it properly will help keep your skin healthy and radiant over time.

Please take the time to learn and choose a suitable product to protect your skin in the best way!

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