I recently visited Apotheek & Beauty in Monster again. This time for the Summer Beauty Event, again organized by my sweet friend Mariska of Marvelousz.com.
This lovely afternoon started with a delicious lunch, provided by Broodjeszaak Hop. Afterwards we were pampered with a wonderful facial treatment, pedicure and make-up by Pupa Milano.
During lunch we were briefed by Joost (owner of Apotheek & Beauty) about how important it is to protect your skin well against the sun and that we usually don’t do it properly.
Beat the Heat and Protect
If there’s one product that you should use every day for healthy skin, it’s sun protection. Even though the sun doesn’t always shine, protecting your skin against the harmful UV rays must be done much sooner than you think. Before you think you are ready for the summer sun, there are a number of things you need to know about sunscreen before you go into the sun.
Sun Power
During the event we received a handy tip; daily you can check the power of the sun on the site of KNMI. Here, the expected amount of UV is expressed in the UV index. This UV index can vary from 1, very little, to 8 for the maximum amount of UV sunlight.
Don’t be shocked, but using a protection factor (SPF) must already be done at UV index 3!
Difference UV-A and UV-B
UVA is the radiation that causes skin aging. This radiation is there all year round and penetrates deep into the skin where it causes damage.
UVB gives you that beautiful tan, but can also cause burned skin if you are not well protected. This radiation comes in the spring and summer and provides the necessary Vitamin D, but in the worst case can also contribute to skin cancer.
Remember: UV-A Aging and UV-B Burning.
Sunscreen
To be optimally protected, you need a sunscreen that minimizes both UV rays. All products protect against UVB. Whether a product also protects against UVA can be read on the label, there’s then a UVA symbol. SPF doesn’t protect you against UVA rays.
Below a number of good products that also protect against UVA and give little chance of allergies, all available at apotheekenhuid.
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Avène B-Protect SPF50+ – 30ml € 15,80 – gives a radiant and fresh complexion through the small pigments that are released during application. Protects against UVA and UVB.
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Vichy IDEAL SOLEIL Frisse Gezichtsmist SPF50 – 75 ml € 7,30 – is my favorite. This invisible face mist protects your skin against UVA and UVB and neutralizes oxidative stress. You can apply the mist over your makeup without letting your makeup run out.
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La Roche-Posay Anthelios Shaka Fluide SPF50+ zonder parfum – 50ml € 15,44 – is invisible and ultra-resistant to water, sweat and sand. This fluid offers high protection against: UVA, UVB, Infrared & pollution. Also suitable for skin with sun allergy.
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Eucerin Sun Oil Control Gel-Crème SPF50 – 50ml € 18,04 – has been specially developed for oily and acne-prone skin. Protects against UVA and UVB radiation, regulates sebum production and ensures long-lasting matte skin.
Lubricate
Step 1 is of course that you protect your skin with the right products. Step 2 is that you use these products in the right way. It appears that we have to lubricate much more often and that if we use sunscreen, we use too little product.
- Apply half an hour in advance before you go into the sun.
- Apply again every two hours.
- Apply again when you leave the water, even if the sunscreen indicates waterproof.
- Apply a thick layer.
- If you use a spray for your body, first spray it in the palm of your hand and then apply it with your hands so that you can distribute it better.
- A child’s skin is thinner and more sensitive, so it’s extra important to use sunscreen on a regular basis.
WIN
Have you already taken a look at the webshop of Apotheek & Beauty? On apotheekenhuid.nl you can find the best brands and the most beautiful products. Want to try out a new sunscreen? Then the above products are an absolute must, but there’s so much more.
In collaboration with Apotheek & Beauty I may give a product of choice with a maximum value of € 50.00 to one of my dear readers and followers on Instagram.
What to do:
- Follow me on Instagram @friedaluth
- Like the photo in my feed, same as the main photo in this blog post
- Tell me in the comments, below the photo, which product you would buy at apotheekenhuid.nl
- The giveaway runs until Thursday, July 25th next.
XO Frieda
This blog post contains products that I received.
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