Facial sunscreen is an essential product to protect your skin from the sun. We all love it when it shines, but the sun can also be very dangerous, which is why we need to protect our skin with a facial sunscreen against damage from UV radiation through daily use of an SPF (Sun Protection Factor). Without using protective products, the sun can cause a lot of damage to your skin. It is the number one cause of premature signs of aging, such as wrinkles and pigmentation. In addition, excessive sun exposure can even cause skin cancer.

Effects of sun exposure without facial sunscreen

Exposure to the sun can have several effects on the face. Here are some of the main effects:

1. Sunburn: too much exposure to the sun can lead to sunburn of the skin. This can cause pain, redness, and rash.
2. Skin cancer: exposure to the sun can increase the risk of skin cancer, especially if it is accompanied by sunburn.
3. Eye damage: the sun can also damage the eyes, which can lead to tired or painful eyes, or even damage to the retina.
4. Skin aging: sun exposure can also lead to premature aging of the skin, such as wrinkles and dark spots.

It is important to remember that exposure to the sun can also have several positive effects, such as helping to produce vitamin D and maintaining a good mood. It is still important to limit exposure to the sun and protect the skin every day with a facial sunscreen.

Check out our blogs on why you should protect your skin with SPF every day, even in the winter.

How to use facial sunscreen?

Using a sunscreen for the face is a good way to protect the skin from sun damage. Here are some steps to use sunscreen on the face:

1. Clean the face with a mild cleanser and let the face dry well.
2. Take a small amount of sunscreen on the fingertips and evenly spread it over the face.
3. Massage the sunscreen gently into the skin until it is fully absorbed.
4. Let the sunscreen sit for at least 15 minutes before applying makeup or going outside.
5. Reapply regularly, especially after swimming or sweating.

It is important to remember to use a sunscreen with a high protection factor (SPF) and to reapply sunscreen regularly for the best protection.

Facial sunscreen at Beauty Plaza

Beauty Plaza has a wide range of facial sunscreens. Discover sun protection for your face from top brands such as La Roche-Posay, Avène, Eucerin, and many more. Order before 5:00 PM and your order will be shipped the same day. When you spend over €40,- you will receive free shipping, and with every order, you will receive a free gift.