Sunburn despite sun protection
5 sunscreen mistakes we should avoid at all costs
Sun protection: This is how we apply sunscreen correctly
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The sun is shining, the sunscreen is applied and you still have a nasty sunburn at the end of the day. But why does this happen? We explain the five most common sunscreen mistakes.
Spring is in full swing, the weather is finally nice again and the sun is already so strong that we can already say goodbye to our pale winter complexion. This makes it all the more important to get involved now To protect ourselves with sunscreen so that our skin is not damaged by UV radiation. In the article we will tell you why mistakes keep happening and how we can avoid them in the future.
1. Not everything is creamed
When you apply sunscreen, you usually concentrate on the large areas of skin such as your arms, legs, stomach or back. However, smaller areas such as heels, ears or eyelids, which also need to be protected from the sun, are often forgotten. The next time you apply it, you should therefore make sure that these areas also receive enough attention.
2. The sun protection is no longer durable
In fact, not only food has an expiration date, but also our sunscreen. Means: Stay away from the sunscreen you’ve already opened from last year. Most sprays and creams that have already been opened usually last 12 months before the protective mechanism wears off. If the sun protection is still unopened, it can last up to 3 years.
3. Sunscreen is saved
A lot helps a lot is the motto when it comes to applying sun protection. There should always be two to three finger lengths for each part of the body to ensure optimal protection. That’s about three large tablespoons of sunscreen that need to be spread over the entire body.
4. Reapplication is forgotten
Applying cream once a day is enough? Unfortunately no! Anyone who spends a lot of time outside in the sun should use sun protection regularly. Depending on your skin type and sun protection factor, this only works for a limited time and is worn off faster than you would like by sweat, water and friction. If you want to be on the safe side, you should reapply every two hours.
5. Don’t put cream on under your clothes
Basically, clothing does not protect against skin-damaging UV radiation, unless it is selected UV clothing, which is particularly popular with children. That’s why the rule of thumb applies: We also need to apply cream under our clothes, regardless of whether they are short or long. To avoid annoying stains, it’s worth applying sunscreen half an hour before getting dressed. This gives the sunscreen enough time to absorb and provide the necessary protection.