The Sunscreen That Doesn’t Leave a White Cast

With the holidays approaching, it’s almost time to choose your sunscreen! Should you go for cream, gel, spray, or oil? Many people are looking for a sunscreen that doesn’t leave a white cast.

When applied in large quantities or not spread properly, it can leave white marks on the face or body. For an even result, it’s best to apply a thin layer. To ensure optimal protection, you should reapply regularly.

Sun care tailored for the face
For the face, it’s recommended to use a sun fluid. How much should you apply? A small amount is enough for the whole face. Spread it between your hands and use broad movements for better coverage.

Thick sunscreens often tend to whiten the face and can even give the skin a red appearance. Make sure to spread the product well around the eyebrows, temples, jawline, sides of the nose, and ears.

Spray application for the body
Oil is a safe bet to avoid white marks. Shiny, it leaves a satin finish on the skin. Oil is often thought not to protect against UVA and UVB rays, but it depends on the SPF rating. Sun oil can have an SPF between 15 and 35. Just like cream, it should be reapplied after swimming in the sea or pool. Being water-soluble, it loses its protective properties in water.

However, only use sun oils. Vegetable oils like olive, coconut, or others can have a devastating effect on the skin and may cause severe burns. In fact, putting oil on your skin and exposing it to the sun is like dropping a fry into hot oil. Although monoï oil is often used as a sun product, it offers no protection, as its SPF is 0.

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