We all know the importance of sunlight for our body. The sun provides our body with vitamin D which is not found naturally in the food we eat. But other than this, the sun can also be a threat to our body and skin. The immediate danger of too much sun could be sunburn, it also causes the skin to age prematurely as it loses its elasticity and too much sunlight could also cause skin cancer which is the most common form of cancer around the world. So how can we protect our precious body from the sunlight? The answer is SUNSCREEN! But what exactly is sunscreen? Sunscreens are products in which various ingredients are combined which block the sun’s ultraviolet radiations from damaging the skin.

Reasons to apply sunscreen every day:

  1. It protects your skin

Sunscreen not only protects us from minor sunburn but also blocks the harmful ultraviolet radiations emitted from the sun which causes harmful skin disorders. It also prevents the premature aging of skin, wrinkles and fine lines. It also shields your skin from the risk of various types of skin cancers, which can be life-threatening to women.

  1. It keeps your skin tone even

Many women, who sit in the sun for a nice tan also complain about patchy brown spots on the skin and discoloration. This can also be prevented by the use of sunscreen as it keeps your skin tone even.

  1. It is important for all skin types

Even if you don’t get sunburns easily or you think the sun does not harm your skin, applying it is still very important. Skin cancer, though is more extensive in people with lighter skin it can still affect people with darker skin.

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  1. It can be used as a moisturizer

Yes since most sunscreens have a moisturizing base, you don’t need to apply both. Sunscreen would help moisturize your skin and also protect it from the harmful sun.

  1. It contains zinc oxide

Zinc oxide is one of the ingredients in sunscreen which not only blocks the sun but also is a very good acne fighter.

  1. Who should use sunscreen?

Children under the age of 6 months should never be exposed to sunlight. Protective clothing is the best way to protect infants from the sunlight. Anyone over the age of 6 months should apply sunscreen whenever they go out.

  1. How to properly apply sunscreen?

Sunscreen should be applied 30 minutes before exposure to the sun. This allows the components to completely bind to the skin. Reapplying it every 2 hours is also very important. It should also be reapplied after swimming and toweling off.

So do not forget your sunscreens before going out in the sun!

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By Juweria Ismail