How to Choose a Sunscreen for Dry Skin

With summers approaching, chances are your skin will be undergoing more sun exposure. Even if you are not an outdoor person, you are exposed to Ultraviolet rays while walking across a parking lot, when you are driving and even while sitting by a window in the day time.

Exposure to sunlight damages your skin cells, causing temporary or permanent discolouration over time, and at times it may lead to sun burn. Hence, it is always recommended you wear sunscreen when going outdoors, especially during peak sun hours (12pm to 5 pm).

While there are a number of branded sunscreen products available in the market, you need to choose one that suits your skin type. If you have dry skin, choose the product that not only helps you combat harmful UV rays, but also repairs your dry skin.

Instructions

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    Buy one specially formulated for dry skin

    Choose a sunblock specially formulated for dry skin. A sunscreen lotion containing oat protein is particularly best for people with dry skin. It not only protects your skin from UV (Ultraviolet) sun rays, but also reduces irritation and inflammation on your skin.

  • 2

    Your sunscreen should offer good amount of moisture

    Since your skin is naturally dry, purchase a sunscreen lotion or cream with hydrating ingredients like hyaluronic acid and glycerine etc. These ingredients pull moisture out of the air to keep your skin well hydrated even during peak summer days. Chemicals like mexoryl SX and titanium dioxide are also good for dry skin. However, make sure your sunscreen lotion is not too thick, giving you give you a cakey look.

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    Separate sunscreen for face and neck

    Skin on your face and neck is quite different from the rest of your body parts, so it needs extra care. Select a separate sunblock for the face and neck since they are at higher risk of getting dried out. Use a facial sunscreen with moisturisers that help nourish the building blocks of your facial skin and repair already damaged skin cells.

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    Buy a stick sunscreen for the rest of the body

    For the rest of the body use a stick sunscreen. These products, specially formulated for dry skin, not only protect your skin from UV rays but also prevent it from itching and irritation related to dry and flaky skin.

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