You Need Powder Sunscreen This Summer

The best sunscreen is the one you'll want to wear. Sunscreen lotions either leave a white cast or make your face greasy, but what about a setting powder with SPF?

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Headlines for a healthier you By Daphne Lee, News Editor Is Powder Sunscreen Effective? The best sunscreen is the one you'll want to wear. Sunscreen lotions either leave a white cast or make your face greasy, but what about a setting powder with SPF? It usually comes with a built-in brush that allows you to reapply quickly if you're wearing makeup and it can help soak up oil and sweat. Know More Dermatologists suggest using powder sunscreen only if you're already wearing a layer of SPF lotion or cream. Otherwise, you'll need to apply an unusual amount of powder to achieve the same level of sun protection. Feel Better Look for a broad-spectrum sunscreen powder that has an SPF of 30 or higher. If you have sensitive skin, opt for a mineral formula that contains either zinc oxide or titanium dioxide. READ MORE What Else You Should Know Misleading Cancer Nutrition Claims on Pinterest Pinterest is a hub for visual inspirations and recipes. But a new study found half of the cancer-related content on the platform is linked to for-profit websites. Many of the nutrition posts also have misleading keywords like "cancer-fighting." READ MORE Can You Work Out If You Have COVID? If you test positive for COVID and have mild symptoms, you should take it slow for a few days. While you should skip the gym to avoid spreading the virus, you can still go for walks. As you recover, get back into your routine with light exercise. READ MORE Health Tip of the Day Ife J. Rodney, MD Founding Director at Eternal Dermatology + Aesthetics In an interview with Verywell, Ife J. Rodney, MD, said you can reapply powder sunscreen as needed.   If you're in the sun, you should reapply every two hours. If you're indoors, you can reapply at lunchtime or whenever you're taking a break. READ THE INTERVIEW   In Other News • Grubhub Promotion Turns New York City Restaurants Into a 'War Zone.' The Guardian • So, Have You Heard About Monkeypox? The Atlantic More From Verywell The Best Sunscreens That Have You Covered Year-Round READ MORE Should You Apply Moisturizer or Sunscreen First? READ MORE Why You Should Stop Saying 'Summer Body' READ MORE   How'd we do? If you have any feedback, send us a note at   feedback@verywell.com. You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Verywell Health newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here. A DOTDASH MEREDITH BRAND 28 Liberty Street, 7th Floor, New York, NY, 10005 © 2022 Verywellhealth.com - All rights reserved. Privacy Policy Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom)