Women need to take multiple measures to protect themselves from the sun when going out in summer. The following practical suggestions are provided in different scenarios and steps:
1、 Sunscreen selection and use
Basic protection
Choose a broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF30+/PA++or higher, and choose SPF50+for outdoor activities.
For sensitive skin or pregnant women, it is recommended to use physical sunscreen (containing zinc oxide/titanium dioxide). For ordinary skin, chemical sunscreen or a combination of physical and chemical sunscreen can be chosen.
Application Techniques
Apply enough (about the size of a 1 yuan coin on the face) 15 minutes before going out, and don’t miss the neck, behind the ears, and on the back of the hand.
Touch up every 2 hours, immediately after swimming/sweating, with sunscreen spray or sunscreen powder for easy touch up.
2、 Physical occlusion equipment
Hardcore Sunscreen Four Piece Set
Sunshade umbrella: Choose a double layered umbrella with UPF50+and black rubber inside for more thorough coverage.
Hat: Fishing hats or wide brimmed grass hats with brim>10cm, UPF value priority.
Sunscreen clothing: Identify the UPF40+label, choose breathable and quick drying fabric, preferably in dark colors.
Sunglasses: UV400 logo, large frame design to protect the skin around the eyes.
Clever dressing
Light colored long sleeved shirt+wide leg pants, or sunscreen ice sleeves paired with short skirt, balancing coolness and protection.
A silk/cotton/linen scarf draped over the shoulders and neck, fashionable and covering.
3、 Time and Scene Management
Avoid exposure to direct sunlight: Try to stay indoors from 10:00-16:00 and go out in the early morning or evening.
On cloudy days/inside the car, do not slack off: UV rays penetrate through the clouds, and the windows only block a portion of UVB rays, so it is still necessary to apply sunscreen.
Office window seat: Pull a screen curtain to prevent UVA, or use sunscreen with sun protection value.
4、 Dietary assistance
Antioxidant foods: 1 cup of tomato juice (containing lycopene) daily, nuts to supplement vitamin E, citrus fruits to supplement VC.
Moisturizing secret: Carry mint lemon water with you to cool down and promote skin repair.
5、 Emergency treatment after sun exposure for 72 hours
Cooling and calming down
Wet compress with refrigerated mineral water or apply thick aloe vera gel, avoid ice compress.
Repair barriers
During peeling, use ceramide containing facial mask to stop whitening products.
When sunburn is severe, take ibuprofen orally to relieve pain and seek medical attention promptly.
6、 Makeup enthusiasts exclusive tips
Pre makeup base: After the sunscreen film is formed, apply it for isolation, choose a moisturizing type to avoid rubbing mud.
Repair sunscreen without makeup: first use a paper towel to gently press oil sweat, gently pat sunscreen powder or spray sunscreen spray at a distance of 20cm.
Night repair: After removing makeup, use a facial mask containing Centella asiatica to soothe and avoid secondary cleaning.
7、 Detail protection
Lip: Apply lipstick with SPF value every hour to prevent dull lip color.
Hair: Spray sunscreen spray or wear a breathable fisherman’s hat to prevent hair ends from drying and branching.
Footback: Apply sunscreen in advance when wearing sandals to avoid “sandal marks”.
Key tip: sunscreen is the first step of anti aging! Even if pursuing wheat colored skin, it is necessary to control the duration of sun exposure to avoid photoaging. Before going out, check the UV index on the mobile weather app and activate comprehensive protection when it exceeds 3.