In hot climates... 3 tips for choosing the right sunscreen for your skin

Weather of Arabia - Sunscreen is considered an essential cosmetic product, especially in the summer, because it protects the skin from harmful solar rays thanks to its components that form a protective barrier. It is recommended to reapply it to the skin every two hours, and apply it half an hour before exposure to the sun. There are many types of sunscreens and their features, which makes many women confused when choosing the right type for their skin. There are criteria that help in this choice.

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Types of sunlight

• UVA: Long-term, causes wrinkles and brown spots as a result of its effect on collagen in the skin.
• UVB: Short-term, causes skin irritation and sunburn.

Criteria for choosing sunscreen

1. Season of use: Choose between summer and winter sunscreen.
2. SPF protection: Preferably SPF 50 or more, to ensure greater protection from the sun.
3. Protection from ultraviolet rays: Choose a sunscreen that provides protection from both UVA and UVB types, to reduce the risk of skin cancer.
4. Water resistance: It is preferable to choose a water-resistant type, especially in wet environments.
5. Suitable consistency: Choose the consistency you prefer, whether it is gel or cream, as the effectiveness of the condom is not affected by the consistency.
6. Condom ingredients: Check the ingredients to avoid allergies, and it is preferable to use a condom that contains titanium dioxide and zinc oxide to reflect rays without side effects.
7. Purpose of use: Determine whether the purpose is to protect the skin from pigmentation or to obtain a bronze color.

• Skin compatibility

• Oily and mixed skin: Water-based and oil-free sunscreens are suitable.
• Dry skin: An oily, heavy-textured sunscreen is suitable, while keeping the skin moisturized.
• Normal skin: needs a medium-textured protector with moderate hydration.
• Sensitive skin: You need a protectant rich in vitamins and soothing ingredients, and it is preferable to avoid perfumed protectors that may cause allergies.

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