For the face, our dermatologist recommends applying a sunscreen with SPF 50+ first thing in the morning instead of moisturizer. Our SPF 50+ moisturizer's formula is rich in anti-inflammatory and free radical scavenger ingredients to prevent photoaging.
Its organic vegetable oils have been carefully chosen for their nourishing properties and their affinities with normal to dry skin.
Sylvie Peres, dermatologist and co-founder of ALAENA, recommends SPF 30 sunscreen for the body, and for the face only for low exposure (in duration and UV index). To formulate the sun milk, we worked on a fluid texture facilitating application on the entire body as well as a colorless finish, without white marks. For this sun care, we have maintained our strict formulation charter to respect health and have a low environmental impact by selecting zinc oxide, a non-nano-particle mineral sun filter.
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Milk, cream, oil or spray: what are the differences between these types of sunscreens?
Choosing a milk rather than a sun oil or a sun spray depends on several factors, and it varies depending on each person, their skin type and their needs (dry skin, sensitive skin with atopic tendencies, acne, etc.)
Here are several reasons why our dermatologist added the Face and Body Sun Milk with SPF 30 protection to our sun care range.
1. A lightweight texture : The SPF30 Sunscreen Lotion has a fluid, lightweight texture that spreads easily, for even application and optimal protection. It can be applied to the face and body without leaving any white marks or a greasy film.
2. Suitable for all skin types: The formula of Sunscreen Milk SPF 30 is suitable for all skin types, including fair and sensitive skin. Sunscreen milks are less likely to cause breakouts or irritation, unlike oils, which can be too nourishing for oily or acne-prone skin. A sunscreen oil is not a quality sunscreen because it contains chemical filters that compromise the effectiveness of UV protection and expose the skin to risks.
3. Sun care for the body and face: We recommend SPF30 sun milk for the body and only for the face for low exposure (in duration and UV index).
Sunscreen vs. Sun Milk: Pros, Cons, and When to Use Them
The SPF30 Sunscreen Milk for Face and Body has a fluid, light, and pleasant-to-apply texture that's perfect for fair skin. Our dermatologist designed this sunscreen with a fluid texture so that its formula can adapt to all skin types, even sensitive skin. The SPF30 Sunscreen Milk contains targeted active ingredients to counteract the harmful effects of the sun as much as possible and thus prevent sunburn. Free from controversial ingredients, its formula complies with our strict charter with a non-nano-particle mineral filter to respect health and the environment.
Dr. Sylvie Peres recommends applying sunscreen in addition to clothing protection for better protection against sunburn and optimal protection.
For the face and long-term exposure, we recommend, in addition to sunglasses, a hat or cap, a sunscreen with an SPF of 50+ to be applied in the morning instead of moisturizer.
Our SPF 50+ sunscreen formula has a rich texture, and its anti-inflammatory and anti-free radical active ingredients prevent photo-induced skin aging. Its organic plant oils have been carefully selected for their nourishing properties and their affinities with the skin. To avoid sunburn, I therefore recommend a sun protection factor of 30 for the body and face, only for low exposure (in duration and UV index), such as outdoor sports activities.
What is an SPF?
The higher the index, the better the protection against sunburn. The SPF Sun Protection Factor is an international rating. It is the ratio between the UV dose needed to get a sunburn with and without sunscreen. It is calculated in a laboratory, and the same tests are used for organic and non-organic sunscreens.
A back covered with a cream that contains sunscreens at a rate of 2 mg per cm² (it is never applied that thickly) is exposed to a source of UV B radiation. If a sunburn appears after 10 minutes without protection, an SPF 15 means that it will take 150 minutes (i.e. 15 x 10 minutes or 2.5 hours) to obtain the same sunburn with this sunscreen.
So the higher the sun protection factor, the better the protection against sunburn.
Also consider clouds, wind, glare, and the UV index . It is defined by the WHO and is a scale for measuring solar health risk. In Europe, it ranges from 1 to 8 - maximum risk. It corresponds to the movement of the hole in the ozone layer, and if it is above you, the sun will be much more dangerous.
How often should I renew the application?
Our dermatologist recommends reapplying every 2 hours before sun exposure. She also emphasizes that very little sun is needed to achieve a radiant tan. Remember, too, that you should avoid sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Animals that are more sensible than us stay in the shade at these times, even though they have hair or feathers. In addition, we are 2 hours behind the sun, so if you go out at 4 p.m., it's actually 2 p.m., and at 7 p.m. (5 p.m. in reality), the sun is still strong, so choose the morning.
Dry or sensitive skin: nourishing textures recommended
As always at ALAENA, in addition to sunscreens, we have selected targeted active ingredients to address all skin concerns.
Our sun care products feature formulas enriched with moisturizing ingredients for hypersensitive skin to neutralize the drying effects of the sun and a cocktail of antioxidants to trap free radicals produced by UV rays and thus slow down the aging process.
Oily or acne-prone skin: beware of textures that are too rich
For acne-prone skin, our dermatologist recommends avoiding sunscreen oils because, in addition to being too rich for oily skin, they contain chemical filters such as octocrylene, avobenzone, oxybenzone or homosalate, which absorb ultraviolet (UV) rays to prevent them from reaching the skin. Our sunscreens are formulated with vegetable oils, natural active ingredients and mineral filters to allow for great affinity with the skin. Our dermatologist recommends double cleansing after applying sunscreens, to properly remove sunscreens and restore healthy water. Discover the benefits of double cleansing in this article .