☀️ SUNSCREEN: HOW TO CHOOSE A SAFE ONE? ?
Scientists constantly say that excess UV radiation increases the risk of skin cancer and premature aging. Therefore, today few people go to the beach without smearing their whole body with SPF cream. But recent studies give more and more reasons to argue that sunbathing with sunscreen is sometimes more dangerous than without it.
I have never used sunscreens with SPF, I believe that such products create an imaginary sense of safety.
First of all, do not forget that in addition to ultraviolet rays, there are infrared rays in the composition of sunlight. Infrared rays, (ICA) are the most dangerous, they can cause skin damage to the dermis.
In one study, scientists influenced ICA with rays on the buttocks of 23 volunteers so that the temperature was equivalent to what comes to us from the Sun. As a result of this effect, skin collagen began to collapse and antioxidant systems were depleted.
WHAT ABOUT CANCER PROTECTION?
Dermatologists say that the use of sunscreen prevents melanoma, but there is no supporting data at the moment. On the contrary, the incidence of melanoma in developed countries has increased 15 times in several decades, despite the large-scale use of SPF products. Many people see this as an inverse relationship.
Filters do not protect against all types of radiation, so it is best to have a headdress, closed beachwear and avoiding prolonged exposure to direct sunlight.
Residents of Asia and Africa even swim in clothes! And only Europeans, trying to get the most out of vacation days, risk their health while under the scorching sun with confidence that the sunscreen will protect them. Yes, there are studies according to which the use of creams with vitamin D and the normal level of this vitamin in the blood help reduce the risk of burning. But even natural creams with SPF have a very low protective factor..
? THE SAFEST SUNSCREEN
The safest products are with physical filters, namely zinc oxide, without nanoparticles. Their only drawback is that they can dry the skin. There are some questions about preservatives and oils, but the products are working and as safe as it really possible:
▫️Natural mineral sunscreen, SPF 35 from Badger Company.
▫️Natural mineral sunscreen, SPF 25 from Badger Company.
▫️Thinkbaby sunscreen, SPF 50+ from Think.