If you’ve ever been shipwrecked on an island with only three things to take, you’ll know that sunscreen should absolutely be at the top of the list. After all, skipping sunscreen contributes to dry and prematurely ageing skin. But what about those blemishes?
And, what if we told you mixing your sunscreen and foundation will be a thing of the past? Would you believe us? We ain’t kidding. Introducing the new-age formula that’s going to be every girl’s BFF, “Tinted Sunscreen.”
What Is Tinted Sunscreen?
Tinted sunscreen is simply sunscreen that comes in a variety of colours to match your skin tone. The majority of tinted sunscreens contain SPF-active chemicals such as zinc oxide and titanium dioxide, as well as tinted pigments. Other sunscreens cannot reflect visible light like these tinted pigments.
How To Choose The Right Tinted Sunscreen For Your Skin?
Skincare experts suggest applying a tinted sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher everyday can help prevent obvious symptoms of ageing, sun damage, and hyperpigmentation, as well as reduce the chance of skin cancer.
Depending on the level of protection you require, there are a few more ingredients to check for when selecting a tinted sunscreen. Zinc oxide and titanium dioxide are two common active components in sunscreens. Mineral-based sunscreens have also become increasingly popular because “they balance out the whitish-cast that zinc and titanium oxides leave behind.”
Here’s How It Benefits Your Skin
Goodbye, Whitecast!
A fantastic advantage of applying tinted sunscreen is that it does not leave a white cast on your face. This lightweight sunscreen formula mixes in seamlessly with your skin. Its application gives your skin a lovely matte finish.
Suitable For All Skin Tone
Tinted mineral sunscreen provides a sheer tint for all skin tones, which helps to accentuate your natural skin tone. Iron oxides are added to tinted sunscreens to provide a “tint on skin” while also helping to boost UVA and visible light protection.
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Second Skin
Wearing sunscreen with makeup adds an extra layer to your skin, giving it a cakey and oily appearance. Tinted sunscreens blend extremely well with your skin and provide good coverage for dark patches and blemishes. They help you maintain an even skin tone throughout the day. Simply put, tinted sunscreen can serve as a light foundation for a natural makeup look.
Doubles As A Blue Light Protector
UV radiation from the sun is not the only ones that can harm your skin. According to studies, blue light emitted by your laptops, smartphones, and other electronic gadgets can cause early indicators of skin ageing such as wrinkles and hyperpigmentation. This highlights the need of wearing sunscreen while being indoors and working on electronic devices.
Tinted sunscreens that contain mineral (physical) filters like zinc oxide and iron oxide are probably worth a try for UVA, UVB, and blue light protection. Zinc oxide in sunscreen acts to reflect both UVA and UVB radiation away from the skin. Similarly, iron oxide absorbs blue light emitted by electronic equipment.
Give this formula a try!
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