Choosing the right sunscreen can be tricky. Should you go for SPF 30 or SPF 50? What exactly is the difference between these factors, and which level of protection do you really need? In this article, we'll explain what SPF means, how it works, and why our daily SPF 30 en 50 sunscreen are the perfect choices for a glowing and well-protected skin.
What is SPF?
SPF stands for Sun Protection Factor, and it's a measure of how well a sunscreen protects your skin from UVB rays. UVB rays are a type of ultraviolet radiation from the sun that can cause your skin to burn. Without protection, your skin can become red and damaged within minutes of sun exposure.
In addition to UVB rays, there are UVA rays, which penetrate deeper into the skin and contribute to premature aging, such as wrinkles and pigmentation spots. This is why it's important to always choose a sunscreen that offers broad-spectrum protection, like Clay And Glow's daily SPF sunscreen SPF 30 and SPF 50. These protect your skin not only from UVB rays but also from UVA rays and blue light from digital screens.
How does SPF work?
The SPF value on a sunscreen product indicates how long you're protected against these rays compared to if you weren't using any sunscreen. For example, if you would burn after 10 minutes of sun exposure without sunscreen, SPF 30 would extend that time by 30 times: 10 min x SPF 30 = 300 minutes (5 hours). With SPF 50, that would be: 10 min x SPF 50 = 500 minutes (8 hours and 20 minutes). Important note: This only applies if you apply a generous amount of sunscreen and reapply it every two hours.
The difference between SPF 30 and SPF 50
Many people think that SPF 50 provides significantly better protection than SPF 30. In reality, the difference is minimal:
✦ SPF 30 protects your skin against 96.7% of UVB rays
✦ SPF 50 protects against 98% of UVB rays
This means that SPF 50 only provides 1.3% more protection. While SPF 50 does last slightly longer, it’s still crucial to reapply sunscreen regularly for optimal effectiveness.
Protection against blue light
Blue light, also known as HEV light (High Energy Visible light), is emitted not only by the sun but also by digital screens from your smartphone, laptop, tablet, and TV. Prolonged exposure to blue light can contribute to premature skin aging, such as fine lines, wrinkles, and pigmentation spots. This happens because blue light penetrates deeply into the skin, causing oxidative stress that weakens the skin barrier and slows down cell renewal.
Our daily SPF sunscreen not only provides protection against UVA and UVB radiation but also includes blue light protection. This means your skin is protected not only when you're in the sun but also when you're spending hours in front of screens. By using our sunscreen, you minimize the risk of digital skin aging, and your skin stays healthier and more radiant for longer.
Why choose Clay And Glow’s daily SPF sunscreen?
Our sunscreen is specially formulated to provide optimal protection for your skin without leaving a white cast or greasy feeling. Benefits of our SPF formulas:
✦ Hydrates while protecting the skin against UVA/UVB radiation
✦ Protects the skin against blue light screens
✦ Leaves a healthy glow without white cast or greasiness
✦ Lightweight, non-greasy formula with no white cast
✦ Hawaii reef friendly & water-resistant
✦ Octocrylene free & microplastic free
Shop our daily SPF sunscreen now and give your skin the protection it deserves! Need help choosing the right SPF? Feel free to send us a DM on Instagram or email us at hello@clayandglow.com. We're happy to help!
