How to use sunscreen, are you using it correctly?

Sunscreen is an essential item in women's daily life. Sunscreen is not only needed in summer, but it is needed all year round, because only in this way can we better protect against the damage of ultraviolet rays. So how do you use sunscreen correctly?

1: Separate face and body. Sun protection for the face and body are different, so different sunscreens should be chosen. The face produces a lot of oil in the summer, so it is better to choose a refreshing sunscreen, which will not be sticky and greasy, and will not easily cause acne! For body sun protection, you can choose sunscreen spray or lotion, there is no special requirement, just choose what you like.

2: Don’t forget to apply sunscreen on your neck. Many girls only apply sunscreen on their faces but ignore their necks, so the face and neck are divided into two colors, which looks very ugly! If the neck is not taken care of for a long time, neck wrinkles are likely to appear. No matter how well you take care of your face, your neck will betray your age! So remember to apply sunscreen on your neck when applying it, and don’t ignore the areas behind the ears.

3: Apply sunscreen at least 15 minutes before going out. Some girls asked why you have to apply it 15 minutes before going out. Can't you apply it when you are ready to go out? Because the active ingredients in sunscreen can only be effective after penetrating into the surface of the stratum corneum, it is best to apply it 15 to 30 minutes before going out. Generally speaking, a coin-sized amount is enough to cover the entire face and neck. You can adjust the amount according to your own situation.

Before using sunscreen, you should clean your skin first and then apply lotion. If you have dry skin, you can apply a layer of lotion after applying toner, and then use sunscreen. If you are going to be exposed to sunlight for a long time, the editor recommends that you use products with SPF30/PA+ or above. If you stay in the office facing the computer for a long time, then SPF15/PA+ products are enough.

Do not mix sunscreen brands. In order to completely protect themselves from the sun and preserve their fair and delicate skin, many people use several brands of sunscreen in pursuit of better sun protection effects. This practice is wrong. Mixing multiple brands of sunscreen together will not only cause the sunscreens to repel each other and fail to achieve the ideal sun protection effect, but it may also cause allergies. In fact, many excellent sunscreens have good sun protection effects, so there is no need to use so many products.

Use a makeup remover. Don’t think that you only need to use makeup remover oil when you wear heavy makeup. You still need to remove makeup after using sunscreen and primer to avoid sunscreen residue on the skin that clogs pores and causes various problems such as rough skin or acne.

Apply a small amount between fingers or palms, blend gently and pat evenly on areas that need sun protection. Sunscreen molecules are very large, so don't rub or massage them too much to force them into the pores. Doing so will easily cause "mud" and clog the pores, which will reduce the sunscreen's effectiveness.