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SUN PROTECTION 101:
The SPF rating is calculated by comparing the amount of time needed to produce a sunburn on protected skin to the amount of time needed to cause a sunburn on unprotected skin. Let us take for instance a fair-skinned person who would normally turn red after 10 minutes in the sun. Ten minutes is their "initial burning time." If that person uses a sunscreen with SPF 2, it takes 20 minutes in the sun for that person's skin to turn red. Now, if that person uses a sunscreen with SPF 15, it multiplies the initial burning time by 15, so it takes 150 minutes, or 2 and half hours, for that person's skin to turn red.
Sunscreens with an SPF of 15 or higher are generally thought to provide useful protection from the sun's harmful rays.
Recently some manufacturers are coming out with an SPF of 70+. This means that there are more chemicals in the product which when exposed to the sun turn into free radicals which in fact age your skin.
Here at Fusion Spa we offer several different types of sun protection.
Obagi healthy skin protection SPF 35
This is a physical sun block with titanium and zinc to reflect away UVA and UVB rays. Recommended by the Skin Cancer Foundation.
Jane Iredale Powder Me SPF 30 (full body)
This is a mineral powder with titanium and no chemicals. Water proof and gentle enough for babies. UVA and UVB protection. Comes in two colors.
LaBelle Perfect Complexion Tinted SPF 30 (face)
A very popular product as it is a multi-tasker. Lightly tinted, non-oily, moisturizing protection of UVA and UVB rays. Enriched with antioxidants from green tea and seabuckthorn.
Fusion Spa Oil Free Moisturizing SPF 30
An overall great sunscreen for anyone, face and body.Fusion Spa offers several ways to reverse sun damage. When you come in for a series of sun reversing treatments you will go home with a bottle of sunscreen as our gift to you. Please inquire for more information.
I love the beach just as much as you so go out and enjoy the summer, just stay protected!
Jolene Wheeler, Lead Aesthetician
518.439.4700
www.fusionspaofalbany.com
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