Ever find yourself asking what SPF should I use?
Much of the confusion, in 2020, lies with whatversionof sun protection is the healthiest.
This is a topic that can drum up quite a debate amongst sunscreen manufacturers and skin-care experts.
Up until recently, UVB rays have been the primary focus for sunscreen manufacturers.
Unfortunately, when the sun shines upon you,UVB isnt all that youre soaking up.
In recent years, the importance of UVA as a cause of skin concerns has become more well known.
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More on what those are now.
But higher SPF values require chemical UV filters.
Why not just go for chemical filters, in that case?
Heres where it gets tricky.
And for some chemical filters can be irritating to the skin,resulting in contact dermatitis.
This can make it cosmetically difficult for persons of color to use.
and COOLA have emerged as leaders in the clean beauty space while incorporating chemicals.
Sunscreen ingredients fall into two categories: classic filters and physical filters.
The first three help with UVB protection while the latter two help with UVA protection, she notes.
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With regards to mineral sunscreens, it is generally accepted that zinc oxide and titanium dioxide are reef safe.
According to Dr. Emer, penetration enhancers in chemical formulas can also cause ingredients to soak into your body.
The FDA has recommended that further tests be done to assess its safety.
With that said, sunscreen is essential for protection against developing skin cancer and photoaging.
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