![]() “We demonstrated that oxybenzone, octinoxate and enzacamene caused complete coral bleaching even at very low concentrations,” says Professor Corinaldesi. The main chemicals to watch out for are oxybenzone and octinoxate, which are commonly used in sunscreen to absorb UV light. While the science around exactly how damaging sunscreen is to our oceans is inconclusive, what ingredients should we be looking out for to make the best choice possible? We speak to marine biologist Professor Cinzia Corinaldesi from the Università Politecnica delle Marche and Dr Anjali Mahto, consultant dermatologist at Skin55, for a five-step guide. It’s the everyday, half an hour out walking at lunchtime that builds up over the years.” A broad spectrum SPF offers a significant level of protection against both UVA and UVB rays, and should be worn by all skin tones.Īnother factor to consider in your sunscreen selection is its effect on the environment. “Beach holidays aren’t so much the problem. UVA damage leads to fine lines, pigmentation, uneven skin texture, big pores, coarsening of the skin and loss of collagen – all the bad stuff. While UVB is the UV light responsible for the (more visible) burn – and tends to be the one we focus on more because the damage is seen quickly – it’s really important to ensure your SPF protects against UVA too. “They can come through glass and actually form the bulk (95 per cent) of UV light that reaches the earth.” “What’s really crucial when we’re talking about a good skincare routine is blocking the daily UVA rays which are present all year round,” explains Dr Bunting. To protect skin against both UVA and UVB light – both of which cause damage to the skin – broad spectrum SPF is a must. What is the healthiest sunscreen for your face? Best SPF for acne-prone skin: Heliocare 360 Gel Oil-Free SPF 50, £31.Best SPF for dark skin (no white cast): Fenty Skin Hydra Vizor SPF 30 Sunscreen Moisturiser, £35.Best face SPF for sensitive skin: La Mer The SPF 50 UV Protecting Fluid, £95.Best face SPF for oily skin: Shiseido Urban Environment Oil-Free Suncare Emulsion SPF 30, £34.Best affordable SPF: La Roche-Posay Anthelios UVMune Invisible Fluid SPF50 Suncream, £19.90 £15.40. ![]() ![]() Best face SPF for reapplying over make-up: Kate Somerville UncompliKated SPF 50 Makeup Setting Spray, £36.Best repairing SPF for damaged or sunburned skin: Medik8 Advanced Day Ultimate Protect™ with Photolyase SPF 50+, £59.Sunscreen should be part of your skincare routine whatever the weather – consider it your daily defence. These harmful UVA rays radiate all year round, can penetrate clouds on an overcast day, and even pass through glass windows you’re sat by indoors to reach your skin. For those not in the know: a common misconception is that SPF protects against sunlight, but it’s actually invisible, skin-damaging UVA rays from the sun that it shields your face from. “I’d much rather people were under-applying an SPF50 than a 30.” Should I wear SPF on my face every day?īy now, the myth that SPF is only necessary during the sunny season has been well and truly debunked. Not only does SPF50 offer 95 per cent protection from UV as opposed to SPF30’s 93 per cent (a two per cent difference which, over time, stacks up), Dr Bunting also points out that we are not perfect – meaning many of us under-apply our SPF. Both of those things are highly preventable,” dermatologist Dr Bunting says. UV light is a known entity that not only causes premature ageing but also cancer, and they are both proven without a shadow of a doubt. The age-old question: SPF 30 or 50? “I am profoundly for SPF50. By Hannah Coates Is SPF50 better than 30 for the face? ![]()
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