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Sunscreen & SensitiveSkin !
1. Sunscreen is a mandate, 365 days a year, irrespective of sun exposure, indoors, outdoors, rainy days, cloudy or any other climate conditions.
2. Sensitive skin usually has a weak skin barrier thus chemical sunscreens should be avoided, as they work after absorption. Opt for physical or mineral based sunscreen. The key ingredients to look for – Zinc oxide & Titanium Oxide.
3. Ingredients to avoid in sunscreen for sensitive skin – fragrance, PABA, oxybenzone – these can cause allergies, rash & redness.
4. Usage – remember the shot glass rule – 2 fingers sunscreen for the face, 1 shot glass for the upper Body & one for the lower Body.