What sort of sunscreen should I look for?
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Dove answered:Ideally, your sunscreen will block both UVA and UVB rays, though they are only rated for UVB protection. You should also look for sunscreen with a high SPF. The higher the SPF rating, the higher percentage of the sun's rays your sunscreen will block. For instance, SPF 45 blocks about 99 percent of UVB rays.
Use a sunscreen and wear protective clothing to safeguard your skin from the sun's harmful rays. Over fifty years ago, Dove® discovered the importance of moisture, as well, in maintaining healthy hydrated beautiful skin. Dove® believes that outstanding moisturization and mild cleansing can genuinely improve the look and condition of skin.Ideally, your sunscreen will block both UVA and UVB rays, though they are only rated for UVB protection. You should also look for sunscreen with a high SPF. The higher the SPF rating, the higher percentage of the sun's rays your sunscreen will... More -
Betty Long, RN, MHA answered:Don't be fooled by labels that boast high SPFs. Anything higher than "SPF 50+" can tempt you to stay in the sun too long, suppressing sunburn but not other kinds of skin damage. The FDA says these numbers are misleading. Stick to SPF 15-50+, reapply often and pick a product based on your own skin, time planned outside, shade and cloud cover.
Ingredients do matter. Avoid the sunscreen chemical oxybenzone, a synthetic estrogen that penetrates the skin and contaminates the body. Look for active ingredients zinc, titanium, avobenzone or Mexoryl SX. These substances protect skin from harmful UVA radiation and remain on the skin, with little if any penetrating into the body.
Don't be fooled by labels that boast high SPFs. Anything higher than "SPF 50+" can tempt you to stay in the sun too long, suppressing sunburn but not other kinds of skin damage. The FDA says these numbers are misleading. Stick to SPF 15-50+,... More
