The sunscreen is one of the most popular issues in the world of skin care and also medical care in general, and for a good reason. The sunscreen not only helps protect your skin from solar burns, but also helps prevent premature aging and even skin cancer. But with so many sunscreen options available in the market, the choice of the correct one can be confused.
Today, we are deepening the world of mineral and chemical solar protectors. We will break down how they work, your pros and cons, and which one could work best for you.
What is sunscreen?
A sunscreen, a sunscreen, sunscreen or a solar care product protects its skin from ultraviolet rays (UV) harmful to the sun.
What UV rays are harmful?
- UVA rays: long thesis rays cause damage to penetrating the skin. Skin aging, inflammation or even skin cancer may appear over time. This damage is usually not seen immediately, but can accumulate with repeated exposure.
- UVB rays: these short rays cause solar burns on the skin surface and can damage their skin cells immediately and over time. It is easy to remember that “B” causes “ardor.”
Then, the harmful rays to worry about are UVA and UVB rays. When looking for a good sunscreen, you want to look for one that is “broad spectrum” Or protector against UVA and UVB rays. Many less effective or older sunscreens protect against one of the two, but with the investigation of the last 50 years of use of sunscreen, broad spectrum sunscreens are necessary for complete protection and are more commonly available.
What is the difference between mineral and chemical solar protector?
- TO mineral The sunscreen is usually made of natural minerals, such as zinc or titanium oxides.
- TO chemical The sunscreen is made of synthetically organic chemicals produced in a laboratory.
In the past, it was believed that chemical sunscreens worked by absorbing UV rays and worked mineral protectors reflecting the issue.
The mineral solar protector is often known as “physical Sunscreen ”because it was believed to physically blocked the UV rays of entering your skin.
However, it has recently shown that both chemical and mineral solar protectors work by absorbing UV rays before they get in touch or enter their skin.
Pros and cons of mineral and chemical solar protectors
Maybe you wonder if the chemical or mineral sun protector is better? Let’s look at some pros and cons of the two:
Pros of mineral sunscreens:
- The best for sensitive skin, so it can be used for babies, children, elders and those with skin prone to acne
- Large spectrum (protects against UVA and UVB rays) when it is not a nano
- Immediate effectiveness
- Considered by dermatologists to work better in general
- Not absorbed in the body
- These substances are considered fat (generally recognized as safe) by the FDA
MINERAL SOLAR Cons or Protectors:
- With some formulas, the zinc percentage can be too high, so it is considered thick and more difficult to apply
- A too high percentage of zinc in the formula can be drying
- Minerals such as zinc in high concentration can leave a white cast on the skin, especially notices in darker skin tones
- Nano Zinc is not a broad spectrum and can cause damage to coral reefs. So be sure to use no nano if you choose a mineral solar protector
Chemical sunscreen pros:
- Without white casting
- Large spectrum when chemicals are combined in products
- The texture is usually light and easy to apply
- Invisible in all skin tones
- Is more easily available
Cons of chemical solar protectors:
- It can be irritating for the skin, only for the skin that is not sensitive
- It can be comedogenic, you can also obstruct pores
- Less safe reefs than the mineral solar protector, with some chemicals that are completely prohibited
- A slightly less broad spectrum than the Mineral Solar Protector
- Generally less effective general aging to dermatologists
- Absorbed in the body, which can affect hormonal systems
- The chemicals used are not considered fat (generally recognized as insurance) by the FDA
There are many reasons to consider a mineral solar protector against “regular” sunscreens or chemical solar protectors. You may ask: “Is the mineral solar protector better for you?” Or even if mixing chemical and physical solar protectors is a good idea for the best coverage.
Studies have shown that mixing the different types of sunscreen reduces the effectiveness of both, so it is something that I prefer not to do. Many prepared products can include both types in their formulas to achieve a good skin texture. While products like this are used in the past, I think that with this new research I will avoid products like this in the future.
How to know if the sunscreen is mineral or chemical
In a sunscreen product made in the USA, the mineral sunscreens will have one or both of the two ingredients:
In a sunscreen product made in the USA., Chemical sunscreens will have one or more of the following ingredients:
- Oxibenzone
- Avobenzone
- Octisalate
- Octocrylene
- Homosalate
- Octinoxato
Sometimes you can see some different chemicals listed in your skin care product other than thesis. This is because there are some chemical UV filters that are not yet approved by the FDA in the US, however, they are widely used in sunscreens in Europe and Asia. Some of the solar products have imported to the US for use.
Conclusion: Mineral SPF vs Chemical SPF
In my opinion, after trying both types of formulas in my own skin (which is sensitive), I have decided that the mineral solar protector is the best option for me.
Not only has better pros and minimums, it is easy to make its own personalized formula that includes nutrient -rich natural ingredients. Many of these sacrifice their own benefits to protect the sun in their natural state. I think this is very profitable, and I can adapt my formula to my specific needs and the type of skin. Best of all, I don’t have to worry about finding a product that does not mix with my skin tone. I can add mica pigments, a touch of tanner or prepared dust, or even cosmetic pigments of natural iron oxide so that it is a stiff moisturizer.
There are many other steps that can be taken to protect from the sun in addition to a skin care product, which includes protective clothing, sunglasses, umbrellas and shaded areas of Seijias. The best product of Sun Care in general is the one that will use regularly! Do not be afraid to explore the available options, since research in many years helps create newer products every day that is better and safer for us and our environment.
As always, comment if you have any questions for your comments. I would love to listen to your favorite sunscreen or the ingredients of DIY Sun Protector that you find better work.
Author: Natalie, DIY skin enthusiast
