Sun protection
is essential throughout the year, even in the wintertime. Protecting your skin
from excessive exposure is the only way to prevent photo-aging, sub burns and
skin cancer development. The cornerstone of any sun protection regimen is the proper
(and continual) use of a high quality sunscreen.
Here is the
ideal sunscreen for each individual skin type:
SENSITIVE SKIN
Using
sunscreens that contain chemicals like PABA or oxybenzone on sensitive skin can
cause skin rashes and irritation. A better choice would be physical sunscreens
that contain titanium dioxide or zinc oxide. Those ingredients provide
excellent protection but are milder on the skin.