While summer sun is always warmly welcomed, we need to be aware of the damage it can do to our skin. Over exposure to harsh sunlight can lead to UV damage, which isn’t necessarily visible immediately. Whether you are out in the garden, or off on a luxury holiday, applying sun cream before you spend any significant amount of time in the sun is essential. Once UV damage is done, no skin care cream can fully repair it which is why sun lotion is so important.
The ranges of sun lotion are so huge it can be difficult to know where to start. The minimum SPF typical European skin should have is SPF 15. If you have particularly fair or sensitive skin then you will want to use a much higher factor. Remember, the SPF is only an indication of the protection given, and this is assuming proper application and re-applying after activities such as swimming.
You don’t have to go for big brands when it comes to sun cream, in fact many supermarkets own brands are excellent in not only value for money, but also product quality.
Boots Soltan Once spray – SPF30
Having sun cream in a spray makes application so much easier, and this is no exception. With excellent UVA and UVB protection, and a once daily application which incorporates up to 40 minutes in the pool or sea this is a great own brand product that will give you ample protection while on holiday.
Superdrug Solait Spray – SPF15
This is also another excellent spray on product, and smells lovely. It is easy to apply and will give you superb protection as it has been shown that it actually gives around an SPF25 if applied properly, which is excellent as it is giving some leeway for poor application. It is also water resistant, allowing you up to 40 minutes water exposure before needing to re-apply.
Clarins Oil Free Sun Care spray – SPF15
This is a lovely light spray, and is perfect for those with oily skin who find that sun cream can give them outbreaks of spots as it can be very heavy and pore blocking. As with all Clarins products this smells great and is a pleasure to apply. This spray claims to offer deep cellular protection and the cutting edge a mineral filter offering the skin perfect protection.
Nivea Moisturising Sun Lotion – SPF15
Nivea have long been associated with excellent skin care creams, and this sun cream is no exception. With the lovely smell that is Nivea this cream is thick and creamy but non-sticky and easy to apply. It works immediately on application and can help to reduce sun allergies which can cause discomfort. With an adequate level of UV protection this makes a great general sun cream to use either at home or abroad.
Whichever brand of sun cream you choose to buy, the most important thing after getting the right factor for your skin is to make sure you apply it properly and regularly. It is all too easy to forget to re-apply your sun cream after swimming, and even if you are using a water resistant cream, it’s effectiveness will deteriorate after water exposure. Choosing the right sun cream is just as important as choosing the right skin care cream as it will help you keep your skin in top condition.
our skin. Over exposure to harsh sunlight can lead to UV damage, which isn’t necessarily
visible immediately. Whether you are out in the garden, or off on a luxury holiday, applying
sun cream before you spend any significant amount of time in the sun is essential. Once UV
damage is done, no skin care cream can fully repair it which is why sun lotion is so
important.
The ranges of sun lotion are so huge it can be difficult to know where to start. The minimum
SPF typical European skin should have is SPF 15. If you have particularly fair or sensitive
skin then you will want to use a much higher factor. Remember, the SPF is only an indication
of the protection given, and this is assuming proper application and re-applying after
activities such as swimming.
You don’t have to go for big brands when it comes to sun cream, in fact many supermarkets
own brands are excellent in not only value for money, but also product quality.
Boots Soltan Once spray – SPF30
Having sun cream in a spray makes application so much easier, and this is no exception. With
excellent UVA and UVB protection, and a once daily application which incorporates up to 40
minutes in the pool or sea this is a great own brand product that will give you ample
protection while on holiday.
Superdrug Solait Spray – SPF15
This is also another excellent spray on product, and smells lovely. It is easy to apply and
will give you superb protection as it has been shown that it actually gives around an SPF25
if applied properly, which is excellent as it is giving some leeway for poor application. It
is also water resistant, allowing you up to 40 minutes water exposure before needing to
re-apply.
Clarins Oil Free Sun Care spray – SPF15
This is a lovely light spray, and is perfect for those with oily skin who find that sun
cream can give them outbreaks of spots as it can be very heavy and pore blocking. As with
all Clarins products this smells great and is a pleasure to apply. This spray claims to
offer deep cellular protection and the cutting edge a mineral filter offering the skin
perfect protection.
Nivea Moisturising Sun Lotion – SPF15
Nivea have long been associated with excellent skin care creams, and this sun cream is no
excepetion. With the lovely smell that is Nivea this cream is thick and creamy but
non-sticky and easy to apply. It works immediately on application and can help to reduce sun
allergies which can cause discomfort. With an adequate level of UV protection this makes a
great general sun cream to use either at home or abroad.
Whichever brand of sun cream you choose to buy, the most important thing after getting the
right factor for your skin is to make sure you apply it properly and regularly. It is all
too easy to forget to re-apply your sun cream after swimming, and even if you are using a
water resistant cream, it’s effectiveness will deteriorate after water exposure. Choosing
the right sun cream is just as important as choosing the right skin care cream as it will
help you keep your skin in top condition.
