With summer just around the corner, the days are getting longer
and the nights are getting shorter. This means more hours a day
that the sun is in contact with your skin. With this prolonged
UV exposure, it is important to keep your skin protected. Keep
reading for some helpful tips on using sunscreen to effectively
guard your skin during the summer months. Choosing Your
Sunscreen Do you ever wonder how effective your sunscreen really
is? Are certain types better than others? Does SPF actually mean
anything? Keep reading for some tips on choosing sunscreen. What
kind is the best? There are two main types of sunscreen:
physical blockers and chemical blockers. Each one has its pros
and cons. Physical blockers are made from titanium dioxide and
zinc oxide, which are materials that sit on the surface of the
skin and are not quickly absorbed. Because of this, physical
blockers reflect UV rays. This type of sunscreen lasts longer
than chemical blockers, but because it is not absorbed can be
easily washed or sweated