Which One Is More Effective In Protecting The Skin, Tabir Solar Ordinary Or Stik?

Illustration of regular sunscreen or sticks effectively protect the skin (Freepic / flatt)

YOGYAKARTA When the sun is hot, it is important to provide protection on the skin. One way is to apply sunscreen to avoid exposure to UV rays, self-aging, and the risk of skin cancer. There are various types of sunscreen, other than the usual one, there is also a stick shape. So which sunscreen is effective in protecting the skin from UV exposure?

Sunscreens usually increase wider coverage when applied to the skin. This means that it is more likely to be used evenly and to protect the skin completely. Generally, common sunscreen has a lotion texture or cream that is easily applied, including in areas that are difficult to reach.

Ordinary solar water is also available at various levels of SPF. So you can choose the level of protection according to the skin type and intensity of sun exposure. In addition, this product often contains additional beneficial ingredients such as moisturizers, antioxidants, and compounds that treat the skin, which meet certain skin care needs.

The advantage is that when wearing regular sunscreen, because the texture is lighter, it absorbs quickly in the skin. At least leave residue so that if you have to re-implement it is easier and more comfortable.

Sunscreen in the form of sticks is quite comfortable to carry everywhere. Because it is designed to be more compact, light, not spilly easily, and leaky compared to regular lotion sunscreen. The shape of the sticks' sunscreen, ideal for use when traveling and can easily be put in your pocket, bag, or wallet.

Regarding how to apply, this form of sunscreen is indeed made to meet the target. Applications can also be direct, there is no need to level it so it doesn't fall apart. Launching the Hindustan Times, Sunday, May 5, many sunscreens are waterproof so they are suitable for swimming or water sports. The stick formulation tends to be well attached to the skin, even if it is exposed to water or sweat.

Unlike lotion sunscreen, stick sunscreen has a dryer consistency so it does not leave oily residue on the skin. That means that for you with oily cendrung skin and prone to acne, minimal risk of clogged pores and cause acne when using the type of stick sunscreen.

Actually, regular sunscreen or sticks protect the skin. Both have benefits. It's just that when choosing sunscreen, consider the level of SPF, the appropriate application method, and try to re-implication it after more than 4 hours of using it.