Avoid Sunburns By Doing A Suntan Lotion Review

By Haywood Hunter


In today's society, most people are trying to live a healthier lifestyle. One product we buy on a regular basis is suntan lotion. It is important for a consumer to do a thorough suntan lotion review before purchasing a product for a family.

The Food and Drug Administration recently changed the way merchants have to label suntan lotion products. Prior to this labeling change manufactures could label their products without having to prove the effectiveness because of this products could not always be trusted. Now the product will be labeled with its effectiveness against UVA (Ultraviolet-A) light, UVB light or both. Products are now prohibited from making claims that have not been proven such as "waterproof" and "all-day". These changes benefit then consumers in choosing a product right for them.

There are numerous choices the consumer has for sun protection it is just a matter of preference. Customers can choose lotion, spray, cream, ointments, or gels to apply before going into the sun. There are separate products available specifically for the lips, eyes, and nose. Just check the SPF to see how much protection these products give.

SPF is the abbreviation for sun-protection factor, and is usually reported in numbers such as 15 SPF or 100 SPF. This indicates how much sunburn protection the product provides. Do not rely on the SPF factor to determine how long it will take to get a sunburn because there are other factors that affect the amount of time it takes to burn. That will depend on where you are at, how long you are exposed to the son, and the time of day.

People often do not put enough sunscreen on when applying. This can drastically reduce the SPF protection in the product. It takes 5-6 teaspoons of lotion to cover the entire body without reducing the products ability to protect. Always apply very liberally it is better to have too much protection then not enough. It must be reapplied every two hours that a person is outside and in the sun. The sunblock should be applied 30 minutes before exposure to the sun.

Sunscreen can offer protection from UVA rays, UVB rays or both. A broad-spectrum sunscreen, which offers protection from both rays, is suggested for most people. However, baby's less than 6 months old cannot use sunscreen because the chemicals used to protect from the sun may harm their skin. Always pick one that offers the highest possible SPF.

Extended sun exposure can cause sunburns, cancer, and premature wrinkling. To maintain a healthy lifestyle and protect your skin form damage you should buy the suntan lotion product that gives them the most protection from the sun's harmful UVA and UVB rays. Remember to reapply every two hours and apply generously.




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