5 Mistakes You Make with Your Sunscreen!

Are you sure you are using your sunscreen correctly? 6 Misconceptions about its use and how to avoid them! Facemed

5 Sunscreen Mistakes You're Making!

You constantly hear how important it is **not to forget your sunscreen**. You have now understood the importance of protecting your skin from **solar radiation** and believe you have successfully integrated it correctly into your life. But are you sure you are protected enough? In this **Facemed** article, we will discuss the most common mistakes we make, both men and women, related to sunscreen use.

Misconception 1 – It’s summer – I’ll put on a little sunscreen! Sunscreen should be used all year round, not just during the summer months. Clouds do not absorb all solar radiation. Even on a cloudy day, our skin receives significant amounts of **UVA** radiation. Therefore, sunscreen all year round, not just in summer.

Misconception 2 – I still have the sunscreen from my vacation in Paros in 2013! Everything has an expiration date. So, it's time to replace the sunscreen you bought on some forgotten vacation years ago. Over time, sunscreen loses most of its protective properties, so whether you wear it or not, it's the same.

Misconception 3 – I applied it this morning, should I apply it again? We're very sorry, but here the rule applies: once is not enough. Its effectiveness lasts at most 2-3 hours; after that, your skin is completely exposed!

Misconception 4 – Leave it in the car trunk, since we'll go to the beach again on Saturday! Sunscreen should always be stored in a cool place to maintain its protection and last longer.

Misconception 5 – Come on, what's the difference between 30, 40, and 50! It's no coincidence that doctors recommend a sunscreen protection factor of at least 30. Choosing one with a protection factor of 60 does not mean it doubles its effectiveness. For this reason, you should remember to reapply it regularly, avoiding sun exposure during the dangerous hours of the day.

Misconception 5 – My make-up has SPF, I don't need more. That would be very convenient, but unfortunately, it's not enough. Use the SPF contained in your make-up as additional protection and not as a complete replacement for your sunscreen.