The sun is shining bright, and that means it’s time to be thinking about how you’re going to protect your skin this summer. I interviewed one of the staff aestheticians at Vivaz Medical Spa, Marilyn McManus, get some information about finding the right sun screen for your skin type.
“For really any skin type, a mineral (or physical) sunscreen works great,” says Marilyn. She explains that mineral sunscreens, unlike chemical sunscreens, do not cause chemical reactions to the skin. Physical sunscreens contain zinc oxide and titanium dioxide, so these are two ingredients to look for in a really good sunscreen.
“Another positive to physical sunscreens is their ability to keep your body cool in the sun by creating a barrier.” They are typically found in powder form which makes for easy and light application, and they can only be removed with friction, which is another great benefit.
You can find these and other medical-grade sunscreens in stock at Vivaz.
Marilyn also has important tips to always keep in mind for sun protection: “The lighter your skin, the higher your SPF should be, Reapply every 80-90 minutes, and always apply sunscreen over your moisturizer for best results.”
You can read more about sun protection on our Sun Damage page, or stop into the spa to check out our product lines!
