Wednesday, February 29, 2012

* SPF Headsup *

All sunscreen labels list a sun protection factor (SPF). 
SPF is a measurement of how much protection the sunscreen offers from the UVB rays that cause sunburn.
A few sunscreen labels also list a "PA" ranking, which refers to the amount of protection the sunscreen offers from the UVA rays that may cause long-term skin damage.
PA rankings are listed as PA+, PA++ or PA+++. The more +'s, the more protection from UVA rays.
For maximum protection from both UVA and UVB rays, choose a broad-spectrum sunscreen that contains avobenzone, oxybenzone, mexoryl, zinc oxide or titanium dioxide.
Apply sunscreen liberally 30 minutes before going outdoors and reapply every two hours.

Most importantly remember to apply the sunscreen as a top layer on ur skin. i.e. apply a moisturiser first and then the sunscreen.

Takecare
~ Shilpa

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