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Does Suntan Lotion Prevent Tanning?
Posted: June 21, 2023
Categories: Skincare
When summer rolls around, the temptation to get a nice summer tan is sometimes hard to resist. Even though it’s nice to have that summer glow, it can be harmful to your skin and can cause signs of premature aging. With that said, it’s important to apply sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30 to your skin (body and face) daily – even if you’re just headed to the grocery store!
Nowadays, you won't find many skincare products claiming to be suntan lotions, most are now marketed as sunscreen lotions. However, if it is a sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or less – it’s still basically a sun lotion that promotes tanning of the skin and doesn’t provide adequate sun protection compared to sunscreens with an SPF of 15 and higher.
Whether you’re after that summer tan or looking for maximum protection, choosing the right sun protection products can make all the difference. Let's check out the differences between suntan lotion, sunscreen, and sunblock here!
The Difference Between Suntan Lotion, Sunscreen, And Sunblock
The terms 'suntan' lotion and 'sunscreen’ or ‘sunblock’ are often used interchangeably but serve two very different purposes.
Suntan lotion is designed to accelerate tanning and offers little or no sun protection factor (SPF) - typically they range from an SPF of 4-15 which is not nearly enough to prevent harmful UV rays to penetrate your skin.
Most chemical sunscreens come in the form of lotions, creams, sprays, and gels - their purpose is to filter UVB rays. Whereas 'sunblock' actually 'blocks' and reflects harmful UV rays from penetrating the skin by creating a physical barrier with its thick zinc oxide paste which is easily identifiable on the beach - just look for the little kids running around with white noses!
Sunscreen Prevents Tanning - True or False?
Does sunscreen prevent you from getting tan? This is more myth than fact, but this notion continues to prevail. Scientifically speaking, sunscreens allow people to stay out in the sun longer and protect against the UV rays that can cause skin cancer, but they do not prevent the skin from developing a tan.
Suntan lotions, such as Cyclax Sun Lotion SPF 10, don’t prevent tanning because they only have an SPF of 15 or less, allowing the sun’s rays to penetrate into your skin and give you a tan.
Adopting a daily skincare routine that includes SPF sunscreen is essential for protecting your skin. Online4Pharmacy has a wide range of SPF sunscreens for your body and face from the best brands available. Visit our web store at www.online4pharmacy.com.
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