Sunscreen is a must product in our skincare routine; it not only protects you from sunburns but also pigmentation, premature signs of aging, fine lines and wrinkles, and even skin cancer. To choose a sunscreen, you need to pay attention to the SPF quantity, protection against water, and consider whether they are mineral or chemical sunscreen.
Depending on the product type, you need to make sure that it will be able to mix with other skincare products, duration of the effect, texture, effectiveness, active ingredients, skin penetration, and even if you can combine them with the makeup or need to reapply.
Here we will explain to you the differences between mineral and chemical sunscreens so you can learn how to choose one:
Mineral or Physical Sunscreens:
- They tend to be thicker and with mattifying properties.
- Effective as soon as they are applied.
- They work as a shield.
- Titanium dioxide and Zinc Oxide are the more common ingredients.
Chemical Sunscreen:
- They tend to have a light texture.
- To be effective, they need to be applied twenty minutes before sun exposure.
- To protect the skin from UV light, a chemical reaction is produced when the product is used.
- They can penetrate the skin and absorb UV light.
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Dr. Angelica Parra is a Licensed Medical Doctor from Venezuela and is currently taking a Master’s degree in Dermatology. She specialized in Aesthetic Medicine and completed Advanced Training in Non-surgical Facial Rejuvenation in Miami, Florida. She has specialized in applying Botox, dermal fillers, skin tightening treatments, and since then, she has worked on cruise ships as an Aesthetic Doctor.
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