We already know that applying sunscreen during the day is a must. You may be applying sunscreen correctly, but why are spots appearing on the skin and the face turning black? So does sunscreen not provide any benefits? Why can’t I get results even with regular use of sunscreen? Many people ask this question! You are unknowingly doing something wrong, due to which you are facing these problems. Check out today’s feature on 5 Common Sunscreen Mistakes.
Why are you not getting the benefits of using sunscreen regularly?
University, office or shopping, you can’t hide your skin from the sun when you go out during the day! Even after regular use of sunscreen, the skin often gets tan, and sun spots appear. Is the problem going to be related? Teenagers also face these skin problems at a young age, because they have no idea about the use of sunscreen. This problem is caused by not getting proper sun protection due to some common mistakes. Let’s go into details.
Common Sunscreen Mistakes:
1) Not applying enough sunscreen
Each product has to be applied in a specific amount. Just as if you don’t get any benefits if you use less, if you use too much, it will float on the skin! If you want to get 100% of the benefits of sunscreen, you need to use enough sunscreen. Take two fingers of sunscreen for the whole face, it will cover the whole face. Don’t rub sunscreen on your palms. This might diminish the adequacy of the sunscreen. Rather, with two fingers, gently create a layer on the face, so that it can protect your skin from the harmful rays of the sun.
2) Stressing about face greasiness:
After using sunscreen many times the face becomes greasy, fearing that many people use very little amount of sunscreen. But it does not provide full protection. In that case, you can opt for an oil-free, matte-finish sunscreen. Oil-free sunscreen provides full protection without any greasiness on the skin. Use the right formula sunscreen, then there will be no tension about skin oiliness!
3) Not reapplying sunscreen:
One of the reasons for not reaping the benefits of using sunscreen is not reapplying it timely. Sunscreen should be reapplied every 2-3 hours. Many people don’t understand how to reapply sunscreen. In that case, you can wipe your face with makeup wipes or wash your face with normal water and then reapply. And those who go out with makeup can use a compact powder with SPF to reapply. But even if it does not give 100% protection, you will get some coverage.
4) Using expired products:
Every product has a shelf life and expiry date. How long the product can be used after opening is given on the product label itself. Normally any product can be used from 6 months to 12 months. But many people continue to use the product even after this time. Are you using sunscreen regularly, but have you checked the expiration date? Using date-expired products may not be beneficial, but may harm your skin. So keep this in mind.
5) Using only makeup products with SPF:
Many times BB creams or mineral powders contain SPF, which do not provide enough protection from UVA and UVB rays. Skipping the sunscreen just to use this makeup product can also cause sunburn. So to get proper sun protection, you have to use sunscreen separately. However, those who use sunscreen before makeup can only reapply with makeup products with SPF. But makeup products with SPF can’t be used instead of sunscreen!
These mistakes may be why you’re not getting the benefits of your sunscreen. Check if you are making these mistakes! Don’t forget to use sunscreen regularly during the day. That’s it for today.