Sun protection

Summary

Effectiveness

3/3

A major move to prevent UV damage and solar aging. Effectiveness depends on the quantity applied and renewals.

Accessibility

3/3

An easy product to find and a quick gesture to integrate into the routine. Affordable options exist; plan to put some back on during the exhibition.

Sun protection helps protect the skin from the effects of the sun: sunburn, spots and premature aging. Its benefit is seen above all in the long term, by limiting the damage which accumulates over exposure. For the face, choose UVA and UVB protection, SPF 30 at least; an SPF 50 or 50+ is a good choice, especially if your skin is fair or prone to spots.

Apply it generously before going out, not forgetting exposed ears and neck, then reapply every two hours during exposure and after swimming, heavy perspiration or wiping. The cream complements the shade, clothes and hat. A pleasant texture helps keep this habit; an expensive product used in an almost invisible layer protects less well than its label suggests.

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Sources

  1. Sunscreen FAQs (new tab)
  2. How to apply sunscreen (new tab)
  3. Dangers du soleil : comment s'en protéger ? (new tab)
  4. Sunscreen and prevention of skin aging: a randomized trial (new tab)

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