How to Choose Sunscreen That’s Right for You

Sunscreen is sunscreen. Not so much. While the majority of sunscreen products will block harmful sun rays and prevent sun burn, certain types may cause skin irritations or breakouts. And if a sunscreen product hurts your skin, it won't be used, leading to sun burns and possible skin cancer sometime in the future. These tips will help you chose sunscreen that's right for you, so you can remain burn-free, beautiful and hopefully skin cancer free.

Green Tea Sunscreen for Sensitive Skin

If you have sensitive skin or other skin problems like rosacea or eczema, a broad spectrum SPV sunscreen formula infused with green tea extract will prevent sunburn without irritating skin. Green tea's powerful antioxidant polyphenols contain an anti-inflammatory that soothes sensitive skin while protecting against free radical and oxidative damage done by the sun's harsh rays. The green tea's antioxidants also rejuvenates skin by helping it stay hydrated and soothed while enduring sun exposure.

Prevent Acne Breakouts with Zinc Sunscreen

Sunscreen with zinc oxide sits on top of the skin and refracts sun rays, rather than sinking into the skin like standard sunscreen products and increasing the risk of acne breakouts. The astringent in zinc also helps improve current acne on body and face by controlling oil and bacteria.

Unfortunately many people have shied away from using zinc sunscreen because of the tell-tail white residue (lifeguard's noses), but that has changed. New formulas of sunscreen containing zinc are invisible after application. You can get powerful protection from sunburn and acne with one simple to use sunscreen product that contains zinc.

Forgetful People

Most of us fall into this category; we forget to re-apply sunscreen as often as we should. To save face, we claim we were busy and forgot to re-apply, but to save skin, purchase a sunscreen which contains Mexoryl. Mexoryl is a photostable ingredient that absorbs the deep penetrating UVA sun rays without loosing it's potency over time. A sunscreen containing Mexoryl buys busy or forgetful people a little more time (an hour or so) in the sun between sunscreen applications without resulting in sunburned skin. Perfect for outdoor athletes that can't stop to re-apply sunscreen as frequently as they should.

Sunscreen products containing Mexoryl cost more, around $30 or more per ounce, but the products actually saves you money over time with the need for fewer applications.