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You must have heard that wearing sunscreen is a MUST! It protects your skin against the harmful UV rays of the Sun. But there is a lot of misinformation about Sunscreen. If you too are rethinking using sunscreen then wait up!
Let’s bust the top 5 common myths about sunscreen and get the facts right, so your skin stays truly protected.
Myth 1: Sunscreen with SPF 100 Offers Double Protection than SPF 50
Fact: These numbers are actually misleading. SPF 30 blocks about 97% of UVB rays, while SPF 50 blocks around 98%, and SPF 100 blocks 99% of UVB rays. No sunscreen blocks 100% of UV rays, and the increasing protection above SPF 50 is actually very less.
Myth 2: You only Need Sunscreen when it is Sunny Outside
Fact: Unlike popular belief the UV rays actually do penetrate the clouds, glass, and even water. Up to 80% of UV radiation passes through clouds, so daily application is important even if you are indoors near a window or it is cloudy outside.
Myth 3: Single Sunscreen Application is Enough to Last all Day
Fact: Sunscreen wears off due to sweating, swimming, or simply with time. Reapplying it every two hours, and immediately after swimming or heavy sweating, is thus important even if you are using a water-resistant sunscreen.
Myth 4: Dark Skinned People don’t Need Sunscreen
Fact: Melanin provides some natural protection against the Sun’s UV rays, but it is not enough. Everyone, regardless of their skin tone, is at risk for Sun damage, premature aging, and skin cancer. Do apply an SPF 50 PA+++ sunscreen even if you are dark skinned.
Myth 5: Just Using Makeup with SPF is Enough
Fact: SPF in makeup is better than nothing, but rarely enough on its own. You would need to apply an unrealistically thick layer to match the SPF level stated. So, use an SPF 50 PA+++ sunscreen under your makeup.
PRO-TIP: Use a Broad-Spectrum Sunscreen
Instead of just using an SPF 50 sunscreen, use a broad-spectrum sunscreen with PA+++ too. It protects against both UVA and UVB rays of the Sun, leaving you with an evenly protected skin.
Takeaway
Sunscreen is a powerful UV protection when used correctly. With White Wolf this becomes easy with a broad-spectrum sunscreen which gives an evenly toned up glow while protecting with SPF 50 and PA+++. It is however important not to fall for the myths and use it daily.
