The secret to healthy, glowing, youthful skin is simple: sunscreen! Adding sunscreen to your daily skincare regimen is essential in preventing premature wrinkles, discolouration and more serious skin conditions that can develop over time including skin cancer. Our skin acts as the first layer of defense against harmful UV rays, and the best way to protect it is to use sunscreen.
Why UV Rays are so Harmful
UV radiation is a broad term used for electromagnetic radiation from the sun. We have three types, UVA, UVB and UVC. Its commonly thought that on overcast days we are protected from these harmful UV rays, however, this is not the case. Exposure to UV rays (even on overcast days) can cause premature aging, sunburns, and after prolonged exposure, it can even cause skin cancer. UV rays can penetrate into the inner layers of our skin and damage, or even kill, skin cells. This is why we always recommend a proactive approach by using sunscreen!
The Benefits of Sun Care Products
Products with broad spectrum UVA/UVB protection act as a bulletproof vest blocking out harmful UV rays. UVB is known for causing sunburns while UVA penetrates into the deeper layers of the skin to cause discolouration and premature wrinkles by degrading collagen. Both UVA and UVB rays however can cause skin cancer. Selecting a good sun care product is essential to protecting your skin against these harmful rays.
Our Top Picks
At MacLeod Trail Plastic Surgery, you don’t have to sacrifice beauty for sun protection. Our team has carefully selected a range of products that combine sun care with skin care in beautiful formulations. We have selected our top three products to share with you!
Combining sunscreen with a primer that mattifies, and smooths skin to create a flawless canvas for makeup. This product hydrates and protects your skin from damaging UVA/UVB, IR-A rays, and HEV light.
Alumier SheerHydration SPF 40
This sunscreen contains only mineral filters so it is non-irritating and soothing for the skin. Adding hydration, the skin will glow and look luminous. Available in untinted or universal tint to provide an evened complexion without makeup.
Protect your skin with our on-the-go, all-mineral skin shield Brush-On. It uses EnviroScreen® Technology to shield your skin from UV rays, pollution, blue (HEV) light and infrared radiation. This brush-on protectant is great for topping up throughout the day and for providing a little bit more make-up coverage!
Protect your skin from harmful UV rays today using our selection of sun protection products expertly chosen by our skincare specialists. Call Marlee at (587) 349-5456 or email Marlee@mtps.ca to schedule your complimentary consultation for a customized product and/or treatment regimen.