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What is the difference between sunscreen lotion and sunscreen? To know the difference between these two types, let’s go into a detailed analysis below.
Nowadays, using sunscreen is gradually becoming an indispensable habit for women in their skin care routine. Currently, popular sunscreen products are sunscreen milk and sunscreen. By learning the difference between sunscreen lotion and sunscreen, you can better understand the uses of each product. This will help you find the right product for your skin.
What is the difference between sunscreen lotion and sunscreen?
What is the difference between sunscreen lotion and sunscreen? To know the difference between these two types, let’s go into a detailed analysis below.
Sun protection index
What is the difference between the sun protection factor on sunscreen lotion and sunscreen? Sun protection index is an index to measure the level and ability to protect against UV rays used in sunscreen. The SPF sun protection index is the rating against UV rays. This index will be calculated according to the number of hours and the percentage of sunscreen against UV rays when used on the skin.
Sunscreen milk and sunscreen both have the same sun protection index, which is the product’s ability to protect against UV rays.
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Sunscreen milk or sunscreen both have the effect of protecting against the sun, against light agents that are harmful to the skin. The difference between sunscreen milk and sunscreen is that sunscreen is usually thicker than milk.
Each form will be suitable for each skin type or used in different situations. Sunscreen is often used for dry skin, which needs to be hydrated and moisturized. People with oily skin should not choose sunscreen products in cream form, because the thick layer of cream will make the skin less clogged, causing the skin to secrete more oil, thereby leading to oily skin becoming even more shiny and even. It even causes acne.
Sunscreen milk will have a thin and light texture, when applied to the skin it will be more easily absorbed, provide instant sun protection and bring a feeling of ventilation. Sunscreen milk is suitable for oily and sensitive skin.
Economical
Sunscreen usually has a texture 2-3 times thicker than sunscreen milk, so the amount of cream when used often feels more economical than milk. But this depends on the amount of cream or milk each person uses, and the amount of product used will also vary economically.
The price of sunscreen milk and sunscreen currently on the market will range from 100k to 500k. It’s not too expensive or difficult for us to buy a sunscreen product. Therefore, economic issues will not be a concern.
You should use sunscreen lotion or sunscreen
Nowadays, sunscreen is an indispensable need for women. Sun protection products often evaluate the user’s psychology: the higher the SPF/PA sun protection index, the better the sun protection. But you also need to rely on the following to know when you should use sunscreen milk or sunscreen.
Intended use
When you are active outdoors for a long time, regardless of the water environment, choose sunscreen products with a high SPF index of about 50 or higher. Sunscreen products with an average SPF index of about 20 – 30 will often be used daily in the office environment.
Skin type
- Sensitive skin should not choose products with a high sun protection index, so that the skin can gradually adapt without irritation.
- Oily skin should choose milk or gel sunscreen products because they will have the best ability to control oil.
- Dry skin should use sunscreen products.
The difference between sunscreen milk and sunscreen is in the texture of the product, but basically the use and sun protection index are no different. Therefore, you should understand your skin to choose appropriate sunscreen products.