Do you know the difference between isolation cream and sunscreen?

Sunscreen and isolation cream are both commonly used items by female friends, but for some women, they can't tell the difference between isolation cream and sunscreen, and sometimes even mix them up. This will undoubtedly cause harm to the skin. So what is the difference between sunscreen and isolation cream?

The difference between sunscreen and barrier cream

Sunscreen is a product that can provide sun protection for the skin and block the damage of ultraviolet rays to the skin. Most sunscreens only have the function of sun protection and are a product for more professional purposes. There are two types of isolation creams. The first type is primer, which is used before applying makeup to isolate the skin from damage caused by makeup products, dirty air, etc., providing more comprehensive protection for the skin. The second type is isolation sunscreen, that is, some isolation creams have added sunscreen ingredients and also have certain sunscreen functions.

The functional difference between sun protection and isolation

1. In addition to sun protection, isolation cream also has a sun-isolating effect and has more multiple functions. Most of the products contain antioxidants, whitening ingredients or vitamin ingredients. Compared with ordinary sunscreens, isolation creams have purer ingredients, are easier to absorb, and can prevent dirty air and ultraviolet rays from damaging the skin.

2.Sunscreen is a professional product for sun protection. Relatively speaking, sunscreen is a professional sun protection product. It can not only prevent the skin from getting tanned, but also effectively protect the skin from sunburn. Sunscreens with different SPFs have different sun protection effects. Sun protection is not only used in summer, but is needed all year round. You just need to choose sunscreens with different SPFs and use them at different times.

3. Isolation cream is a base makeup product, which mainly reduces the damage of makeup to the skin and makes the makeup more delicate and fitting. Primer is an important step to isolate makeup and protect the skin. If you apply foundation without using a primer, the foundation will clog your pores and damage your skin. It will also easily cause the foundation to fall off, commonly known as "eating". The purpose of using a primer before applying makeup is to provide the skin with a clean and gentle environment, forming a "front line" of defense against external invasion. Sunscreen does not have this function.

Difference in usage

Situation 1: Wearing makeup frequently

For people who often wear makeup, it is recommended to use a primer. Because it can effectively isolate the damage of makeup products to the skin. At the same time, most isolation products can prevent premature skin aging and help maintain long-lasting whitening skin!

Situation 2: Office workers

If you are an office worker and are only exposed to sunlight for a short period of time in the morning or afternoon every day, it is also recommended to use a primer. In this case, you do not need strong sun protection capabilities, and a primer can fully cope with the task.

Situation 3: Longer outdoor activity time

If you need to be in the sun for a long time, you must choose a high-factor sunscreen. It can effectively protect the skin from being tanned, resist the invasion of ultraviolet rays, and better protect the white skin.