Soaring temperatures in the country, often crossing 50˚C, drain us and leave us dull in extreme fatigue. However, the harsh effects of the sun and its rising temperatures on the skin is something we may be aware of but do not necessarily fully understand. Reiterating these harmful effects is important to ensure that we protect our skin and prevent any unwanted long-term issues relating to our skin.
Sunlight is essential, as it is used by our skin to form vitamin D. However, the strong ultraviolet (UV) radiation often causes major damage to our skin, including burns and loss of facial skin elasticity, which can lead to premature ageing. Additionally, consistent exposure over the years to UV rays is a prime cause of skin cancer.
To protect your skin, you must first understand how your skin interacts with this type of radiation. Our skin contains a pigment called melanin which protects against UV rays. Tanning is caused when your skin produces melanin to shield your inner skin cells from harm. This eventually fades when newer skin cells move to the surface. But continuous exposure without additional protection often deteriorates your skin to a deeper extent than you might notice. The use of sunblock or sunscreen, with the right sun protecting factor (SPF), can help hush away all these worries about your skin. Specifically formulated to prevent damage to the thickest layer of your skin, the dermis, SPF works by either absorbing, scattering, or reflecting the UV rays of the sun which in turn blocks it from penetrating your skin.
But one must always be mindful while picking their personal SPF. Always choose a sunblock designed with a daily broad-spectrum filter so that it protects your skin against both UVA and UVB rays as well as hydrates your skin thoroughly. To help you protect against the harsh summer, we have for you a list of products that are sure to keep your skin soft, supple, and full of life!
SunKiss Coconut SPF 30
Marine and reef-friendly, vegan, and fully sustainable in zero-waste packaging, this luxury sunscreen comes in SPF15 and 30, protecting from the harmful sun rays with a delicate coconut scent. Each of SunKiss products are developed with broad-spectrum UVA and UVB defence to protect the skin.
Corine De Farme SPF 30
Corine De Farme is an SPF30 Protect and Tan Spray that uses a tyrosine derivative to quickly bring a golden bright tan. The tyrosine derivative naturally stimulates the tanning process while also protecting against the harmful rays of the sun. Also enriched with a delicious fragrance, this tan spray contains Tahitian Monoi which offers soothing properties. This sun protector is also formulated with 100% natural extracts and is also sulphate and paragon free.
Bioderma Photoderm Max Aquafluide SPF 50+
Containing both UVA and UVB filters, this sunscreen offers optimised protection against sun rays with extreme fluidity and a dry touch finish. It is formulated with the Cellular Bioprotection patent, internal biological protection that protects cells, activates natural defences, and prevents premature skin ageing. The best part, this sun protector is ideal for all skin types.
Organic Harvest Sunscreen SPF 30
Using a unique advanced protection formula, the Organic Harvest Sunscreen provides broad-spectrum protection for your skin against UVA and UVB rays, as well as the blue light from electronic devices. Made only from certified organic ingredients, this sunscreen is non-greasy and quickly absorbs into the skin. Apart from protection, this formula also nourishes and hydrates the skin.
Jack N’ Jill Natural Sunscreen for Kids
One for the kids, the Jack N’ Jill Natural sunscreen is a non-nano formula containing Chamomile and Calendula extracts for soothing properties. With an SPF30 rating, the brand decided to steer clear of nanoparticles that some sunscreens contain; these particles can be absorbed into the skin and has been a topic of controversy in recent years. The Jack N’ Jill Natural sunscreen is suitable for children aged six months and above, it is water-resistant for three hours and is also reef friendly.