Why Use Sunscreen Daily?

What is Sunscreen?

Sunscreen protects our skin from harmful UV rays by absorbing or reflecting them. It is a carefully crafted skincare product that protects us against skin-related issues like sunburn, tanning, dark spots, and skin cancer. 

Sunscreen is typically categorised into two types - physical and chemical. Physical sunscreen contains filters like zinc oxide and titanium dioxide. These filters reflect UV rays. Chemical sunscreen contains filters like oxybenzone that absorb UV rays and turns them into energy.

Sunscreen also has a PA+ rating. It indicates the UVA protection level offered by the product. For those who didn't know, sun protection factor (SPF) is the yardstick to measure the level of UVB protection. Ideally, the best sunscreen should provide broad spectrum protection with SPF 30 and above. Plus, it must have a rating of PA++ and above.

It would be wrong to presume that protection against UV rays is the only benefit offered by sunscreen. It has many alluring benefits, as mentioned below.

Benefits of Using Sunscreen

Prevents Tanning and Sunburn

It is common knowledge that sunscreen regularly prevents tanning and sunburn. It offers the best skin protection from the sun by creating a protective shield reflecting harmful sun rays. This way, rays do not reach our skin, preventing melanin production. But to ensure continued protection, we must reapply sunscreen if necessary. We should also wear sun-protecting clothing when outdoors.

Makes the Skin Tone Even

Excessive exposure to UV rays can manifest skin concerns like dark spots, sun spots, melasma, etc. Some people also experience dark patches on their faces due to sunburn. We can avoid all these issues by wearing adequate sun protection regularly. Some sunscreen products contain potent ingredients like vitamin C that help us get brighter and glowing skin.

Reduces Early Signs of Ageing

Staying in the sun for long hours can make our skin dry, dull, and flaky. It further leads to visible signs of ageing like fine lines, wrinkles, and uneven skin tone. While ageing is natural, we can avoid the signs of ageing by wearing sunscreen daily. It will make our skin healthy and add a subtle glow to the face in just a few weeks.   

Now that we know the benefits of sunscreen for the face, it is time to find out how to choose the right one.

How to Choose Sunscreen?

The right sunscreen should have two main characteristics. It should come with PA++ ratings. Plus, it should contain SPF 30 and above. After all, sunscreen is only good enough if it provides adequate sun protection. 

The filters in sunscreen define its efficacy. Zinc oxide and titanium dioxide have the highest potential to reflect the sun's rays. These are physical filters, so they do not get absorbed into the skin, making them perfect for people with sensitive skin.

If we go swimming frequently, then the sunscreen should be water resistant.

The best sunscreen for everyday use should combine sufficient sun protection and skin-friendly ingredients, just like our Pina Colada Sunscreen. It contains effective natural ingredients like coconut milk, pineapple extract, aloe vera extract, witch hazel, sweet almond oil, jojoba oil, and cocoa butter. Moreover, zinc oxide, octocrylene, and OMC provide sun protection filters. It is a non-sticky formulation that blends like a dream. It is the best sunscreen for everyday use.  

Some people think sunscreen is too much of a hassle, but Pina Colada Sunscreen is suitable for everyone. The reasons are:

Natural sunscreen for oily skin

Water-resistant sunscreen

Hybrid sunscreen with SPF 50 and PA++.

It's often convenient to use a multi-purpose product—for example, a sunscreen with moisturising properties to keep our routine simple. The Pina Colada Sunscreen offers it all. So get this sunscreen for the best skin protection from the sun.