Makeup Containing SPF Enough to Protect Skin from UV Rays?

Not only sunscreen, various makeup products are now also equipped with sun protection factor (SPF) to protect skin from exposure to ultraviolet (UV).  Every makeup product with SPF has varying levels, ranging from SPF 15, 30, even up to 50.

If most makeup products are with SPF, then do you need to apply sunscreen again?

You can now find SPF in primers, foundations, bronzers, and a variety of other commonly used makeup products.  Unfortunately, these products are apparently not enough to protect your skin from the dangers of ultraviolet rays.

There are two main deficiencies in makeup products containing SPF.  These deficiencies make you still have to use a sunscreen.

First, makeup with SPF only protects the skin from ultraviolet B (UVB) rays.  UVB rays are rays that can damage the outer skin layer, cause redness of the skin, and cause the effects of sunburn.

Makeup with SPF usually does not ward off ultraviolet A (UVA) rays.  In fact, UVA rays are more dangerous than UVB rays.  UVA rays can penetrate the skin, damage the collagen layer, and even increase the risk of skin cancer.

Second, you can only get the benefits of SPF in makeup if you use it in large quantities.  Most people only use a small amount of makeup on their face and this amount is not enough to ward off ultraviolet rays.

You must apply 15 times thick makeup so that the SPF contained in it can protect the skin from ultraviolet rays.  This is certainly not possible, so you still need to apply sunscreen to the skin.

Even though it is not effective against UV rays, you can still use makeup containing SPF.  Most importantly, don’t forget to complete your makeup routine by using a sunscreen.

So that the skin is always protected from the dangers of UV rays, here are the makeup routines that you can apply:

Apply Sunscreen

Start your day by applying sunscreen to the face, neck and ears.  Unlike makeup, SPF in sunscreen can protect skin more effectively because you can use it in large quantities.

The American Cancer Society recommends using sunscreens with SPF 30 or more that can filter 97 percent of UV light.  In addition, try choosing a sunscreen with ‘broad spectrum’ information that is able to ward off UVA and UVB rays at once.

Using Eye Cream Containing SPF

If the sunscreen causes irritation to the area around sensitive eyes, try using an eye cream containing SPF 15. Eye cream works like a sunscreen, but its content is softer for sensitive skin.

Using Foundation Containing SPF

SPF makeup protects the skin from being overly optimal, but these products can optimize the function of the sunscreen.  Choose a foundation containing SPF 15, then apply to the face evenly as needed.

Sprinkle Powder

Sprinkle the powder on your face, then spread evenly with a sponge.  The powder particles will keep the sunscreen and foundation from fading quickly.  Not only that, the powder also helps protect the skin from UV exposure.

Using Lipstick or Lipbalm Containing SPF

Your lips are not immune from the risk of UV exposure.  Fortunately, some lipstick and lip balm products are now equipped with SPF.  Choose products that contain SPF 15, then use it evenly on the lips before moving on.

Makeup containing SPF alone is apparently not enough to protect the skin from UV rays.  Therefore, you still need to complete your makeup routine by using a sunscreen.  Every two hours, reapply sunscreen on the face and lips.

This also needs to be done when you are indoors, because UVA rays can penetrate the glass.  In this way, you can move without worrying about the impact of ultraviolet rays on the skin.