The Beauty Room Sunscreen Safety

Why not Test your knowledge on sunscreen safety. Being sun-safe is more important than ever with skin cancer continuing to rise each year.

I only need sunscreen when it’s sunny
TRUE OR FALSE?
FALSE – Even on cloudy days up to 80% of harmful UV rays can penetrate the skin. UV rays are reflected off the ground too: sand reflects 15% of rays, water reflects 25% and snow can double your UV exposure!

I never burn so I don’t need sunscreen
TRUE OF FALSE?
FALSE – There is no such thing as a safe tan. People who don’t burn or who have naturally darker skin tines are just as susceptible to sun damage as those with light skin.

High-SPF sunscreens last longer
TRUE OR FALSE?
FALSE – Higher SPFs block a slightly higher percentage of the sun’s rays- but no sunscreen blocks 100% of UVB rays! In fact, anything over an SPF50 provides only incremental increases in protection.

All sunscreens are created equal
TRUE OR FALUSE?
FALSE – SPF (Sun Protection Factor) numbers indicate how long it will take for UVB rays to cause sunburn. This has nothing to do with UVA rays which play a major part in skin cancer. Your best bet is to buy a sunscreen labelled ‘Broad Spectrum’ which means it protects against both UVA and UVB rays.

You should reapply sunscreen every 2 hours
TRUE OR FALSE?
TRUE – Without regular reapplication of sunscreen, areas of skin may be at risk of burning. Or you may not apply sufficient in your initial application, so by reapplying you are maximising on your level of protection.
DID YOU KNOW? You should apply 1 teaspoon of SPF for full coverage on face and neck.

SPF is the last product applied in your skin care routine
TRUE OR FALSE?
TRUE – Invisible Physical Defence SPF30 is designed to be the last applied in your skin care routine. This will allow your moisturiser to work effectively and ensure maximum protection from the physical SPF.

UV exposure can add 6.5 years to your skin’s visible age
TRUE OR FALSE?
TRUE – When UV rays enter the skin it causes inflammation, alongside a cascade of the other biological events. When inflammation occurs in the skin, pigmentation is also produced, as a form of protection. The visible pigmentation on the skin can add years to your perceived age.

Keep your skin protected from UV damage with Dermalogica’s range of broad spectrum SPF products, ensuring you are equipped with your skin care essentials as we prepare for the warm days ahead. Ask at The Beauty Room for advice and find out which sunscreen is right for you.