In these days when the temperature increases considerably, sunscreens are at the top of the list of things that should not be forgotten and remembered. Protecting yourself while enjoying the sun will be the biggest investment you will make in your skin. Come, adopt the win-win approach and embrace partnership rather than being the opposing party. Of course, enjoy the sun, you have left a whole year behind and this is your greatest right. But don't ignore your health either. Protect yourself without forgetting the negative effects that the sun can have on your skin. Because their feedback may not be friendly. That's why today's article is about our lifeline, sunscreen.

Two sides of the coin…

Sun rays have benefits and harms. Everything in life exists with its opposite. The sun has also had its share of this rule and has completed its mission with its harmful effects as well as its healing effects. Our duty is to adopt the balance of harm and benefit and to benefit from the sun's rays in sufficient quantities. We cannot completely deprive ourselves of it.

The sun is a source of vitamin D, which is necessary for healthy ossification in the skin. Moreover; Its supportive and healing effects on skin diseases such as cancer, immune system, brain aging, psoriasis, eczema and teenage acne are undeniable. Therefore, sun exposure does not cause any harm as long as it is not excessive. The determining factor is again the dose. On the other hand, aging, damage and skin cancer can occur when exposed to too much sun. As high as 90 percent of this disease occurs due to excessive exposure to the sun. These types of diseases are related to the high number of sunburns a person experiences throughout their life.

Additionally, other ailments may occur with excessive exposure to the sun. These include dizziness, headache, fainting, confusion, stupor, vomiting, and nausea.

What is a sunscreen product and what does it do?

Applied by applying to the skin, the sole or main purpose of which is to protect the human skin from UV rays (by absorbing, distributing or reflecting the rays); is any cosmetic preparation in the form of a cream, lotion, oil, spray or gel. The concept of sun protection has entered our lives in the last 20-30 years, and using daily sun protection products is as important as having breakfast. Therefore, when it comes to sun protection, behaviors should be turned into habits!

The effectiveness of sunscreens depends on the right product selection and correct use.

The right product is the one that can protect you from all possible dangers and is suitable for your skin. For this reason, care should be taken to ensure that the sunscreen chosen is broadly effective against both UVA and UVB waves. A product with a protection factor of at least 30 (SPF 30) should be chosen. Those with oily skin should choose gel, oil-free or water-based products. Those with dry skin should also be careful to choose cream-based products. For body protection, it is more practical to use spray products. The product should be used 15-20 minutes before swimming and repeated every 2-3 hours.

Don't say summer or winter, make it a habit to use a sunscreen with SPF factor as a base cream under make-up. Harmful UV rays from the sun reach our skin not only in summer but also through clouds in winter. Using an SPF product under make-up protects the skin from the harmful rays of the sun. In addition, it moisturizes the skin and helps it look smooth, contributing to the coverage of the foundation. For this reason, it is necessary to always use a product with sun protection. This protects the skin from blemishes, dryness and negative environmental factors.

Moreover, such bases help to achieve a more homogeneous result as they ensure that the products applied on the skin are easily distributed. The permanence and performance of make-up products increases. Don't be late to prevent photoaging, keep your skin young and adopt this habit. Don't let your skin be the sensitive scale of the sun's rays! Protect it with the power of knowledge and don't forget to use broad spectrum protection products before going out in the sun!