It is known that children's skin remains defenseless against the rays of the summer sun. It cannot produce melanin in the quantities necessary for protection, which prevents burns and allergic reactions. They can be accompanied by itching and pain, as well as peeling of the skin. On the one hand, doctors are not so much concerned about the discomfort as the high risk of cancer. The link between sunburn and cancer has long been confirmed. But if you look at the other side, then your child simply needs the sun's rays, which contribute to the production of vitamin D, which is so important for his body. Parents are advised to purchase sunscreen for their baby to ensure baby's protection while sunbathing.
Preparations to protect children from sun exposure come in different types and consistencies, and there are a number of rules for choosing them. The main forms are: cream, spray, gel and cosmetic milk. Sunscreen for a child with dry skin type will be the mostsuitable tool, as it will not only protect it from unwanted influences, but also soften and moisturize baby's skin. All other types will help you evenly distribute the product over the body, as they have a more liquid consistency.
Basically, baby sunscreen is made for at least 3 years of age. Pharmacists attribute this deficit to the fact that young children are completely contraindicated in sun exposure. But if you're heading to a spa or are just afraid of exposing your baby to a risk of getting burned on a walk, you can still find sunscreen for a young child.
You need to know a few points and symbols that will help you cope with this simple task. In fact, buying a sunscreen is not difficult, but choosing what you need is the task. First, always remember: the absence of age marks on the package means that the use is possible for children over 3 years old by default. If your child is over 5 years old, then you can safely use a general sunscreen, but it should not contain fragrances, especially alcohol, as the child can immediately undergo an allergic reaction. To check the reaction of the skin to the cream, apply it on your hand, and observe during the day. If there is no burning sensation and irritation, you can safely buy the remedy. It is necessary to treat the skin at least half an hour before going outside, applying the substance in a small but even layer.
To determine the effectiveness of the cream, just check its sun protection factor. SPF is indicated on the packages, and basically the value varies from 2 to 100. Which sunscreen is better and how long a child can safely be in the sun can be easily calculated using the formula. 1 SPF equals 5 minutes, so you need to multiply the SPF by 5 minutes. Thus, we get the allowable time for the child to be in the sun with the cream applied to the skin.
