The best physical sunscreens available today

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Sunscreen is a preparation for the skin that has the ability to absorb or reflect UV radiation from the sun, thereby counteracting the harmful effects of UV rays on the user's skin, in addition to helping to prevent Wrinkles and moles develop. Currently, there are physical sunscreens that are more skin-friendly than other creams, so what is a physical sunscreen?

1. What is a physical sunscreen?

Sunscreens are divided into two popular types of sunscreens according to their properties: physical sunscreens and chemical sunscreens. In particular, the physical sunscreen with the principle of UV resistance is essentially an inorganic substance capable of creating a protective film on the skin, preventing the effects of UV rays from passing through and affecting the skin. Physical sunscreens contain the main ingredients of titanium dioxide and zinc oxide, which have the ability to create a white cream on the skin to help reflect different UV rays.

2. What are the characteristics of physical sunscreens?

The favorite features of physical sunscreens include:
Quick sun protection effect right after application The sunscreen's ingredients are less irritating to sensitive skin, so it can used for people with acne skin that needs the sun protection effect of the cream Soothes the skin when used for burning skin when exposed to the sun for too long Long-term sun protection However besides that Physical sunscreens also have disadvantages such as: -For sweaty skin, it is easy to drift sunscreen and is not suitable when used under water
-Physical sunscreen is quite thick due to its anti-inflammatory properties. The sun makes pores not open, easy to cause acne on the skin
-Physical sunscreen creates a white layer when applied to the face, it should be applied carefully and left for a few minutes for the cream to be absorbed.

Kem chống nắng vật lý có nguyên lý hoạt động là kháng lại tia UV
Kem chống nắng vật lý có nguyên lý hoạt động là kháng lại tia UV

3. How to apply physical sunscreen properly?

Sunscreen should be used to protect the skin whether in winter or summer, especially for those who are having problems with skin sensitivity, physical sunscreen is the most suitable. Physical sunscreens should also be chosen after exfoliation, waxing instead of chemical sunscreens because at this time the skin is very vulnerable.
Physical sunscreen should be used after skin care and makeup steps, do not mix sunscreen with foundations or moisturizers because it reduces the effect of sun protection and clogs pores. . For physical sunscreen, after using it, you can go out immediately without waiting because the product has created a protective film after applying the cream on the skin, the time to reapply the cream is about 2-3 hours because the product The product is very easy to drift, especially in hot weather.

Kem chống nắng vật lý thường được sử dụng sau bước dưỡng da và trang điểm
Kem chống nắng vật lý thường được sử dụng sau bước dưỡng da và trang điểm

4. What physical sunscreens should be used?

Some recommended physical sunscreens today include:
Think Nature No-sebum Sun Cream 50 ml SPF 50+ : a sunscreen suitable for all skin types, with herbal ingredients healthy nature. Irritant ingredients such as parabens, sulfates, and fragrances are all completely removed. Anti-irritant and soothing Floresan SPF 45: is a Russian domestic sunscreen brand that is quite benign, has a water-resistant, anti-sweat effect effectively Rovectin: is a sunscreen from a cosmetic pharmaceutical company Can be used for all skin types and all subjects Murad SPF50 PA++++: although it is a physical sunscreen, the layer of cream is not thick and causes white streaks on the skin, besides its ability to protect against sunlight, it also helps to lighten the skin, treat dark spots and blemishes. anti-aging If you need to consult and visit Vinmec Hospitals under the national health system, please book an appointment on the website (vinmec.com) for the best service.

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