Tag: Sun tanning
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Q: What is the difference between new and old chemical SPF filters?
Let’s start with a bit of SPF “ageism” by distinguishing old filters from new ones. The new filters include…
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Summer Essentials: 5 Mists for Hydration, Sebum Control, and Soothing Irritation
In warm weather, it’s often refreshing to spritz your skin with a pleasant mist that also provides benefits beyond just a cooling sensation. While thermal water’s efficacy is still debated, mists with active ingredients can offer more tangible benefits. Here are five mists that will help hydrate, regulate sebum, and soothe irritation…
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Against the Sun: 7 Lightweight Sunscreens
These sunscreens provide excellent protection without the usual drawbacks of greasiness, streaking, or a heavy feel, making them perfect for everyday use.
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How I Change My Skincare Routine with the Arrival of Spring and Summer
As the calendar shifts from winter, the cold, wind, and other skin “enemies” gradually fade away. Our skin adapts, and it’s time for us to adjust our home skincare routine as well.
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Sun Protection for Beginners
Summer is already here, and it’s time to think about sun protection. Let’s go over the basics, as there are still some stumbling blocks.
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Q: Are Self-Tanners Safe? Or Not Really?
We know that using tanning beds or sunbathing until you’re crispy is harmful (both can accelerate skin aging and increase the risk of skin cancer). This leaves few “legal” ways to achieve a golden retriever-like glow for your face and body. One of these ways is using self-tanner. Just be careful not to overdo it!
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How To Safely Use Retinol in The Summer and Avoid Harming Your Skin
Many experts recommend against using retinol in the summer due to increased sensitivity to sunlight and the risk of skin irritation. However, with careful precautions and adherence to certain guidelines, it is possible to safely incorporate retinol into your summer skincare routine. Here’s how you can continue to enjoy the benefits of retinol while protecting…
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Q: I have severe eye irritation from using sunscreen. Which one should I choose?
Generally, the best way to protect the area around your eyes from the sun is with sunglasses. Sunglasses are always better than sunscreen. They can even be clear because the level of light transmission and UV protection are different things.
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Review: Embrace Summer with Origins GinZing SPF 40 Energy-Boosting Tinted Moisturizer
Enter Origins GinZing SPF 40 Energy-Boosting Tinted Moisturizer, a product that has quickly become my go-to for summer no-makeup days. Here’s a detailed review based on my firsthand experience with this summer must-have.