Since a few weeks ago the solar radiation index for almost the entire Peninsula is higher than 8, remember that it is not only an indicator of the intensity of ultraviolet radiation, but also of its ability to produce skin lesions.
It is important to know that the amount of sunlight is not necessarily related to this index; and on the other hand I think that adopting safety measures regarding schedules and exposure frequency, we would not need the verification of it.
I say this because it is already time (if we have not already done so) of start using sunscreen creams for the whole family, taking into account the choice of a product belonging to a children's line for our children, with a protection factor (SPF) of more than 15 for over three years. But the point is that we tend to initially use creams from last year (for that of 'I spend next week by the supermarket or the pharmacy to buy'), and is this a safe practice?
From Insosalus, we are informed of statements by the president of the Cosmetics Committee of the Association for Health Self-Care. Among other things, the issue of open photoprotectors from one year to another is addressed. It seems that the real FPS from one year to another, may not correspond to the one indicated on the package, because during its previous use temperatures are reached that hinder the stability of the product and the capacity of future protection.
In any case, you should always consult the recommended period of use after opening (a drawing on the package in the form of an open jar)
So if we do not throw open containers, it would be good to write the opening date on a label attached to the bottle, so as not to bundle us, because I do not know if it happens to you, but I get to accumulate 3 or 4 containers in a summer (one that is is finishing, another in half, I buy a third just in case, and if we travel, a room to take it whole).
How long is the protection of an already applied cream?
This protection time is determined first by the SPF, which communicates the number of times the photoprotector increases the skin's natural defense capacity against sunburn, so the higher the SPF, the greater the protection (that is, if a person can be 10 minutes in the sun without burning, and an SPF 50 is applied, it is providing in ideal situations 500 minutes of protection).
However, there is a recommendation that we remember below, as to the frequency of application, they are the famous two hours after which to reapply. And it must be taken into account that we do not know the resistance of our children's skin to the sun; and on the other hand they play, sweat, get dirty, get wet, put on / take off their shirts.
The actual protection time is also conditioned by the skin phototype (skin type), the intensity of the radiation received, the correct application of the photoprotector, and the type of activities that are done during the exposure (rubbing, sweat, baths, ... ).
What is your photoprotector like?
There are those who choose to buy in spray because children accept it better, there are also in gel. As we read in Infosalus, water oil emulsions (lotion) and aerosols They are not very oily and easier to apply, but they have less power of permanence and coverage. On the other hand, oily creams and water-in-oil emulsions are more resistant to water and sweat.
Gels are among the sprays and creams
Other details about protection creams
It's important to put attention on there are more sensitive areas in which extreme precautions (face, neck, scalp, ears, cleavage, shoulders and instep).
The amount of product needed for a medium-sized adult is what fits in an entire finger for the face, and what fits in six fingers for the body. If less is applied, a situation of significant reduction in the expected protection may occur.
Neither by default nor by excess: more than the recommended amount does not multiply the index by increasing the dose, it is more important to distribute it well throughout the body.
More useful tips ...
In relation to protection from the sun, my obligation is to remember them promptly:
The central hours of the day it is preferable to avoid them, from what I have read there is a consensus recommendation indicating that after 12 it is better to be covered. It is a matter of organization to arrive at the beach at 9, and return at 17 hours.
On cloudy days there is also sun, although we do not see it (the star king does not go for a walk).
It is convenient to read the labeling, although they are generally applied 30 minutes before the exposure, and renew the application every two hours approximately (more frequently if they are wet all the time).
Is better than cover yourself with a t-shirt and a cap while you are not bathing. This is because the photoprotection of creams, contrary to what we think, is never total, in fact for the European Commission the maximum recommended is 50+.
The cream is ideally placed (and especially if we are going to be exposed intensely, for example on the beach) throughout the body, even in the areas that the swimsuit covers; and also in the neck, behind the ears, and the feet.
And finally, remember that we have to learn to get the benefits of the sun (yes, it gives us good things too). Let's not forget that It is the main source of vitamin D supply, and let the skin of ours enjoy for a minimum of 15 minutes a day without protection.
Also tell you that although there are two weeks of class, do not be overwhelmed if you forget the protection to go to school, because except for the 30 minutes of recess, there are covered. Of course, for more peace of mind, give them their cream before leaving home, and in the afternoon after 17 hours, you take them out to the street to give them a little sun and receive vitamin D.
Ah! And don't forget that older children also need protection. They may rebel, it may be difficult to convince them ... but don't give up, because your skin is also very sensitive.
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