Even when the day is cloudy, our skin is defenceless to the sun’s rays, which may escalate to skin wrinkles, skin cancer and skin discolourations.
Wearing sunscreen (Sun Protection Factor) or SPF is acclaimed to be the earliest and without doubt, the best way to protect your skin health and appearance at any age. If you use sunscreen regularly, it will help prevent sunburn, premature ageing skin cancer etc. You should wear sunscreen as a part of your daily grooming routine.
Being an Indian with semi-dark or dark skin does not bar us from the harmful UV radiation from the sun, although the darker skin tone offers minimal protection.
The SPF is regarded as the sunscreen’s ability to safeguard against a specific portion of ultraviolet light called UVB. The UVB rays are sinister for skin cancer and sunburns.
There are two other categories of UV light. UVA rays from the sun which nonetheless are also responsible for skin ageing and the killer skin cancer. The other category is UVC rays which are not able to cross the earth’s atmosphere. A sunscreen which has a broad spectrum of action will protect against both UVA and UVB rays.
Sunscreen should be used in all seasons like Summer, Winter Autumn and Spring as the sun’s rays do not get restricted passages during the changing seasons.
Sunscreens should not be limited to your mountain expeditions or trekking, playful days at the beach, a boat ride at one of your favourite lakes, or doing random roles and getting exposed to the sun.
According to the Worldwide Skin Cancer Foundation, everyone above the age of 6 months, should be using sun protection products every day. This is an alert to parents to safeguard their children right from the sun’s ultraviolet rays right from their childhood days.
For everyday use, select an SPF 50 sunscreen, which is susceptible to oily skin. A Detoxie sunscreen with Anti-pollution sunscreen will be ideal for skin care to ward off UVB sun rays. Wearing a PA++++ sunscreen provides an exceptional level of UVA protection guarding over 95% of UVA rays and its effect may last up to sixteen hours.
Your make-up is certainly not the answer for the protection of your skin, you may need more makeup than your normal use for sun protection. Sunscreen may be applied before makeup or putting on a moisturiser on the skin, although it is at your discretion to use it before or after the usage of an SPF. As long as the sunscreen is at least SPF 50, water resistant and has a broad spectrum of action. You have to decide to take a final call over SPF usage.
Sunscreens are normally indexed into three categories ie. Herbal ,Chemical, and Mineral ...
Chemical sunscreens sometimes cause stinging of the skin. For sensitive skin frequently reacting to chemical products a mineral sunscreen may be a preferred choice. The negative part of mineral sunscreens is they often leave behind a detectable white cast, particularly on skin colour.
Herbal sunscreens are becoming popular these days in India, due to their Ayurveda history, and low incidence of side effects,
This type of sunscreen protects the skin from the harmful UV rays of the sun with a wide range of natural ayurvedic ingredients, which have therapeutic value in covering the skin and arresting the burning sensations of the sun. Herbal sunscreens contain rehydrants and natural antioxidants, green tea, ginseng, vitamin E, carrot seed and sunflower oil. This type of SPF protects the skin from skin inflammation and premature skin ageing. It blocks out harmful sun damage while maintaining the required moisture level. It is a non-greasy formulation, eliminating oily skin, providing a smooth matte texture, and keeping the skin youthful, radiant and baby-soft.
Which sunscreen is the best for the Indian climate?
Detoxie Sunscreen is the best in all the categories of Sun Protection brands. It is safe for all skin types. This product is tested extensively to ensure, it’s useful, and safe and does sun protection extensively. People from all walks of life exhibit a wide range of skin sensitiveness, which is specific to their skin types and concerns.
You are advised skin patch testing before using any Skin protection product. The Detoxie sunscreen, with a matte-gel texture, gives your face a wonderful matte finish. Detoxie SPF 50 does not leave any white caste or unwanted residue on the skin after its application. Detoxie is the most suitable sunscreen for oily skin. Being an antipollution sunscreen and non-greasy which spreads evenly and dries quickly forms a transparent film that protects your skin from the UV rays of the sun. Detoxie Sunscreen is a must-have in your beauty box for sun protection. It is a unique sunscreen that keeps your skin shining. It is ideal for daily use, even below your makeup.
Detoxie ‘s unique SPF 50 instantly absorbs into your skin, bereft of greasy residue. It always provides a matte finish, which is smooth, making it a necessity for those who want sun protection along with shining skin. Spread all over the face and neck, and gently massage until absorbed.
Why do I love Detoxie?
- Protects the skin against UVA and UVB exposure.
- Saves the skin against premature sun ageing and sun damage.
- Minimizes ageing signs like wrinkles, fine lines and hyperpigmentation.
- Lightens dark spots, acne marks, blemishes and uneven skin tone.
- It improves the production of elastin and cells to keep the skin healthy and taut.
- Reduces acne spots and sun spots (which appear on areas exposed to the sun, such as the face, hands, shoulders and arms.
Key Highlights of Detoxie Sunscreen:
- Is a lightweight SPF 50 sunscreen.
- Susceptible for oily skin
- Anti pollution sunscreen.
- Beneficial in Acne and sensitive skin.
- Having a broad spectrum of action.
- Provides UVA/UVB protection.
- Non-comedogenic, thereby does not clog pores on the skin.
- Oil-free and non-greasy, getting quickly absorbed.
- Photo-stable formulation
- Efficacy tested SPF 50 sunscreen by renowned dermatologists.
- Clinically tested and scientifically proven.
