“Ultraviolet rays are the enemy of skin!” Most men probably don’t understand the necessity of UV care or how to choose the right sunscreen. In this issue, we will introduce some questions and recommended items under the theme of UV care.
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Should men take UV protection too?
In short, men should also take UV care! UV care is an important part of skin care that should be adopted by men of all ages and genders, not only to prevent sunburn and protect the whiteness of the skin tone, but also to prevent skin aging such as spots, wrinkles, and sagging due to UV damage. The American Academy of Dermatology reports that approximately 80% of skin aging is photoaging caused by UV rays, so UV care is essential if you want to maintain youthful skin. In addition, since UV damage accumulates and causes gradual aging, it is a good idea to take UV care as early as possible.
What are the ” SPF and PA ” often listed on sunscreens?
SPF and PA values are always listed on sunscreen products. Many men may be under the impression that “the higher the value, the more effective the sunscreen,” and that “just buy the one with the highest value and you’ll be sure of it. In reality, however, higher SPF and PA are not always better. The following is a detailed explanation of SPF and PA.
What is SPF?
SPF stands for “Sun Protection Factor. SPF is expressed on a scale from 1 to 50+, with the higher the number, the higher the UV-B protection. However, the higher the protection index of a sunscreen, the more it will affect the skin. It is important to choose a sunscreen according to the situation, rather than simply selecting one with a high SPF value.
What is PA?
PA stands for “Protection Grade of UVA,” and it expresses the protection index against UV-A. PA is expressed on a scale from + to ++++. UV-A darkens the skin, so the sunburn we generally imagine is caused by UV-A. It also has a longer wavelength and reaches deeper into the skin. It also destroys collagen in the dermis, causing accelerated aging.
We promise you’ll choose the SPF and PA values based on the scenario in which you’ll be using the sunscreen!
As mentioned earlier, the higher the protection index of a sunscreen, the more likely it is to be harmful to the skin. The following table is for your reference. The highest values, such as SPF50+/PA++++, are basically suitable for leisure activities under the hot sun or marine sports at resorts, and may be Too Much for daily use. For everyday use, SPF15/PA+ is sufficient and will reduce the risk of causing unnecessary damage to the skin.
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