Skincare during a heatwave: How does sunscreen protect your skin?

As the temperatures rise, medics say using sunscreen is mandatory besides the right summer clothing, even if you are stepping out for just 10 minutes during the peak daylight hours

Sunscreens should be used daily all around the year by everybody, irrespective of their skin type, complexion, tone, location, age and gender. Image Courtesy: iStock

Cosmetic brands have been marketing sunscreens and products containing Sun Protection Factor (SPF) for far too long, forcing consumers to think about whether they are that necessary to protect our skin from the sun’s ultraviolet radiation. Is it that important to use sunscreen lotion? Medics say it is imperative as the climate keeps worsening by the day.

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