The sunscreen is important all year round, but many people mistakenly believe that it is only necessary in the summer. As the temperature drops during the monsoon, some believe that they may miss the sunscreen without consequences, but it is not true; Dermatologist Dr. Tropti N. Desal warns.
In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr. Trips and Desal, dermatologist, skin and hair clinic, Rim said: “It is not the most warm, but a harmful ultraviolet beam that affects the skin all year round, from what we need real protection.” Also Read Coconut oil and sunscreen: what you need to know about the sun protection
That’s why you also need to use sunscreen in Musson:
1. Ultraviolet rays pass through the clouds:
Up to 50 – 90% of ultraviolet rays can pass through a cloud cover. Thus, even on cloudy days, your skin is still damaged by the sun, especially from ultraviolet rays that can cause premature aging and pigmentation problems. Ultraviolet rays are less energy and a larger wavelength than ultraviolet rays. Many people mistakenly believe that the clouds provide significant protection, but studies show that even light clouds allow most UV to reach the ground, and sometimes the cloud cover can even increase the effects of ultraviolet radiation from the reflection and the effects of scattering. This means that you can still get sunbathing or experience skin damage on cloudy days, making daily protection from the sun to be significant regardless of the visible sunlight.
2. Higher humidity, higher exposure:
During the monsoon season, high humidity often makes people skip the sunscreen, thinking that their skin is thick enough. But humidity does not protect you from the rays of the sun, it can really increase photosentification for some skin types. Passion in humid weather can cause the sunscreen to wear faster, reducing its effectiveness and leaving the skin vulnerable to damage to ultraviolet radiation.
3. Pug of sunscreen can lead to long -term effects:
Neglecting consistently apply sunscreen during the monsoon season can lead to a bad color, uneven skin tone, early signs of aging and pigmentation, problems that can become more pronounced over time. Regular effects without protection can lead to cumulative DNA damage in skin cells, increasing the risk of skin cancer and constant pigmentation problems. The consistent use of sunscreen, regardless of the weather, is crucial for maintaining healthy, young skin and preventing irreversible sun damage. Also Read World Sunscreen Day: All you need to know about how sunny cream works from the perfect SPF range to ultraviolet ultraviolet
Tips for applying sunscreen in Monsoon:
- When choosing a sunburns for the rainy season, go for gel variants or matt variants, as they are light, low -fat and ideal for wet weather.
- It is important to choose a wide -range sunscreen with SPF 30 and above to protect both UVA and UVB.
- Because rain or sweat can destroy the sunscreen, try again apply every 2-3 hours, especially after being outdoors.
- Do not ignore the areas that usually miss, including genitals, ears, neck, arms and legs. These are the same areas that are exposed to UV and should be considered equally as part of your daily skin care procedure.
Note for readers: This article is intended only for information purposes rather than to replace professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of a doctor with any medical issues.
