The summer season has arrived and that means the bright sunshine has also arrived. It feels good to spend some time in the sun, but it can also cause much damage to the skin. These include sunburn, skin darkening, wrinkles, and even skin cancer.
Sunscreen helps protect the skin from harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays of the sun. But, just applying it is not enough. It is equally important to use sunscreen properly. Dr. Manal Dave, MD, Dermatologist, explained the correct way of applying sunscreen on his Instagram account. Let us know what is the right way and how to protect your kolam skin from the sun.
You may be a little surprised to hear this, but it is true that the sun's ultraviolet rays (UV rays) can pass through windows too. Also, nowadays the time spent in front of our screens has also increased a lot. Therefore, it is important to apply sunscreen even inside the house. Additionally, some sunscreens also provide protection from 'blue light', which can be harmful to our eyes and skin.
Reapply every 3-4 hours.
The effect of sunscreen diminishes with time. Therefore, it is important to reapply it every 3-4 hours, especially if you are walking in the sun or sweating. Remember, it is very important to reapply sunscreen.
Don't forget these areas:
Sunscreen is not just for the face. Don't forget to apply sunscreen on all exposed areas like the neck, ears, shoulders, hands, and feet.
Apply adequate amount:
Apply two fingers worth of sunscreen to your face and neck. Applying it in less quantity than this will not provide full benefit.
Apply sunscreen 15-20 minutes in advance.
It takes 15-20 minutes for sunscreen to show its effect. Therefore, apply sunscreen 15-20 minutes before going out in the sun.
To protect your skin from the sun's rays, it is not enough to just apply sunscreen, it is also very important to apply it correctly. So follow these easy tips and stay 'sun-safe'.
