Summer fashion: Sunscreens to choose from

Sunscreen becomes a vital part of a woman’s make up kit in the hot season. While the market is loaded with various kinds of sunscreens, it is important to pick what suits the best for Indian skin.

SPF, Sun Protection Factor is a direct measure of the amount of sun block one has to use. SPF refers to the theoretical time one can stay in the sun without getting sunburned. So, if it reads SPF15 on the sun block cream, it means that time factor is increased by 15 times and one can stay in the sun for 300 minutes. The same holds good for other numbers that are often seen on the packs in the counters.

The sunscreen helps protect the skin from harmful UV radiation and reducing the chances of skin tan or burn. While the westerners crave for tanned skin and lie for hours together under the burning sun, Indians prefer their level of fair skin and would want to protect the same.

The market is now flooded with various types of sunscreens that one can choose from. Here are a few of them.

Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry Touch Sunblock SPF 50

Proven to be one of the most effective ones in the recent times, Neutrogena helps those who stay in the sun for long hours. The SPF 50 is ideal for those who are mostly on the field, facing the heat.

Price INR 150

Lotus Herbals Safe Sun 3 in 1 Matte Look Daily Sunblock SPF 40, 50 and 90

Fragrant, light and skin friendly, this sunblock is ideal for the ones who are exposed to sunrays for short to long hours and need a matte look. The finish is great after applying, making the skin look softer and even toned.

Price INR 325, INR 295 and INR 595

Lakme 9 to 5 Mattifying Super Sunscreen SPF 50 PA +++

This sunblock from Lakme is a high end version of all the suncreens. Boasting of an additional PA +++ factor, the lotion stays on for long hours on the skin, giving a beautiful matte effect whole day through.

Price INR 500

Biotique Bio Aloe Vera Face and Body Lotion SPF 75

Typically an Ayurvedic preparation, Biotique is one of the top selling ranges in the market. Proven for its effectiveness, Biotique’s SPF 75 is workable for Indian Summers. The price is easy on the pockets too.

Price INR 175

Loreal Paris Dermo-expertise UV Perfect

Another high end one from Loreal, the UV Perfect has a great response from the users so far in the market. The unique formula to fight UV rays is a perfect choice for long outings in the heat.

Price INR 409

Vichy Capital Soleil Mattifying Face Fluid Dry Touch

An SPF 50 formula set for those who want to derive the most out of a sunblock.

Price INR 890