Have you ever wondered if mineral sunscreen is safer than chemical sunscreen? We have the answer. ☀️
Mineral sunscreen, also called physical or non-absorbed sunscreen, is made up of minerals — specifically, zinc and titanium dioxide. They create a physical barrier on your skin that reflects UV rays. Chemical sunscreen, also called absorbed sunscreen, works by absorbing the UV rays, converting them to heat and releasing them from the body.
If you put a mineral sunscreen and a chemical sunscreen with the same level of SPF side by side, they’re going to protect your skin from the sun in equal measure."In terms of prevention of sun burns and reduction of premature aging and skin cancer, as long as you apply enough [sunscreen] then it doesn't make a difference, according to the FDA, whether it’s chemical or mineral," says New York-based dermatologistUnlike other cosmetics, all sunscreen that’s sold in the U.S.
require efficacy claims on a sunscreen to be"simple, unambiguous, and meaningful" based on standardised criteria.The sunscreen you use is all down to personal preference. The main reason that many people, including Dr. Day, prefer mineral sunscreen is because it acts as physical protection by sitting on top of the skin. Plus, it’s generally regarded as less likely than an absorbed chemical formula to trigger reactions if you have skin sensitivities.
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