Exposure to UV rays without protection and sunscreen can cause premature skin aging and skin cancer
Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the US.*
It is estimated that 1 in 5 Americans will develop skin cancer in their lifetime. **
What is SPF?
SPF stands for sun protection factor. It is the measure of a sunscreen’s ability to prevent sunburn, its endpoint is erythema (skin reddening). The American Academy of Dermatology recommends using an SPF 30 r greater for optimal protection.
CHEMICAL VS MINERAL SUNSCREEN
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MINERAL SUNSCREEN |
CHEMICAL SUNSCREEN |
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WORKS BY |
Creating a thin physical barrier on the skin that reflects UV rays |
Filtering and converting UVA/UVB rays into heal ultimately neutralizing the damaging rays |
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APPLICATION |
Effective instantly after application |
Requires application 20 minutes prior to exposure for maximum efficacy |
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RESULT |
Can leave a white cast on the skin and is best applied by tapping/pressing the sunscreen into the skin |
Appears invisible and easily disappears with minimal rubbing |
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SKIN TYPE |
Recommended for all skin types including sensitive |
Recommended for dry combination skin |
UVA VS. UVB RAYS
Zinc oxide can block UVA & UVB rays, providing superior SPF protection.
UVA rays (320 - 400 NM) make up about 95 percent of UV light and cause damage even through windows and clouds. They can cause premature aging, wrinkles, dark spots and skin cancer – including melanoma.
UVB rays (290 - 320 NM) cause sunburn and are often referred to as “burning rays.” UVB rays are another leading cause of skin cancer.
*AAD
**Skin Cancer Foundation