Even at the beginning of June, as throughout the year, the skin needs protection against UV rays. Indeed, the rays are responsible for the appearance of pigment spots, wrinkles and, more generally, accelerated aging of the skin. But they can also promote the appearance of skin cancers! This is why it is essential to (re)stock your sunscreen stock quickly. Provided, however, that you choose them carefully, recalls Carole Ballerini, cosmetic chemist.
Some sun protection products turn out to be… not very effective
It was on her Instagram account that the expert – known under the pseudonym @thecleanjunky – wanted to raise awareness among consumers.
“Sun protection is a complex area in cosmetics, which requires real expertise. If you have doubts about a brand, it is better to turn to large, recognized brands, accustomed to formulating sunscreen products for years and subject to rigorous controls”, reveals the specialist.
Indeed, several solar products – although fashionable on the networks and in stores – do not guarantee sufficient protection against the effects of the sun. Here are the top three creams to avoid in your selection.
Solar: the top 3 products to avoid
Sun protection without sun filters
More common than one might think, they are “often designed by natural brands which offer so-called plant-based sun filters. However, you absolutely must have an approved solar filter to be considered a solar filter. recalls the chemist specializing in cosmetics.
Additionally, some sunscreens use chemical filters such as oxybenzone, octinoxate or octocrylene – ingredients that are harmful to health and the environment. Caution is therefore required.
Protective drops
Attractive by their size (a micro-container) and their ease of use, the drops have the ability to disperse and reflect ultraviolet rays, according to certain brands. Except that this type of product does not offer real protection for the skin.
“When we read the description of this kind of pproducts, we have the impression that it is miraculous because we have the feeling that it is easy to protect ourselves”, reveals the practitioner. But that’s not the case!
SPF powders
The sunscreen powder is a 2-in-1 product: it promises to cover imperfections, while still providing some SPF protection. But on this last point, the powders seem slightly misleading.
“What bothers me a lot is that many people will use this type of product thinking that they will be well protected. When it is more a matter of a little additional protection. Generally speaking, I really recommend that you be careful when you buy sunglasses, and especially to go for serious brands whose expertise is known.” concludes Carole Ballerini.