If there’s one beauty essential you shouldn’t forget before going on vacation, it’s sun protection. However, choosing it can be a headache as there are so many types of protection, textures and formulas on the market. To avoid being burdened with many products, it is better to follow a few tips that will allow you to find the ideal product adapted to each one.
The importance of “SPF” or sun protection factor
Before even setting your sights on a particular texture, it is essential to choose the sun protection factor, which is materialized by a numerical index associated with the acronym “FPS” in French or “SPF” in English (sun protector factor).
Two essential criteria must be considered to make the right choice: the sunshine conditions (time, altitude, latitude, season) and the type of skin, considering that the lighter the skin and the hair, the higher the protection index. Must be increased (up to 50+). This factor should not be neglected because it helps fight against the harmful effects of UV rays, which are mainly responsible for the premature aging of the skin.
The choice of texture
More subjective but just as crucial for a serene holiday, the choice of texture must also be considered. The alternatives are numerous: milk, cream, oil, spray, mist, or stick. It is advisable to opt for a texture adapted to its tastes and needs because that can condition the frequency of the protection application. For example, those who do not support sticky surfaces will tend not to renew sun care of this type, thus exposing themselves to the harmful effects of UVA and UVB rays.
