Dropping facts & smashing myths about SPF

 

Wearing sunscreen is no longer just a nag from your mum — it’s THE summer theme. Every year, opinions about SPF flood social media (usually for clout). But here, we’re serving: 5 facts, 5 myths, and 5 “depends” about the sun and sunscreen. How many do you know? 


5 FACTS ABOUT THE SUN & SPF 

  1. SPF IS THE BEST ANTI-AGEING CREAM. 80% of premature skin ageing comes from UV rays. Sunscreen is the smartest investment you’ll ever make for staying young-looking. 

  1. EVERY SKIN NEEDS IT. Whatever your skin tone or how tanned you think you are — SPF is non-negotiable. 

  1. NOT JUST FOR SUMMER. UV rays hit year-round, even in cloudy London. 

  1. COVER ALL THE SPOTS. Shoulders, neck, ears, back of the knees, tops of your feet — yes, we’ve seen people burn there and cry over flip-flops. 

  1. REAPPLY EVERY TWO HOURS. Regardless of SPF20, 30, or 50.
     

 

5 MYTHS TO DITCH 

  1. “YOU CAN TRAIN YOUR SKIN TO HANDLE THE SUN” – Mate, no. There’s no such thing as a “sun callus”. 

  1. “CHEMICAL SUNSCREENS ARE BAD.” All creams are “chemicals”. Modern filters are safe, heavily regulated, and way nicer to use than thick mineral-only ones. 

  1. “SPF MESSES WITH YOUR HORMONES.” Absolute myth. No evidence in humans at the amounts we use. 

  1. “THERE’S SUCH THING AS A HEALTHY TAN.” Sorry (from someone who loves a tan), but any UV tan is skin damage. 

  1. “SPF STACKS UP.” SPF30 + SPF20 ≠ SPF50. And oral SPF capsules? They help, but they don’t replace cream.
     

 

5 “DEPENDS” 

  1. “ALL SPFS WORK THE SAME.” Technically yes, practically no. Cheap ones often feel heavy, so you end up skipping. 

  1. “MINERAL IS BETTER THAN CHEMICAL.” Minerals are gentler but thicker. Chem filters are lighter. The best ones often mix both. 

  1. “TINTED CREAMS PROTECT ENOUGH.” Only if applied in the right amount and reapplied (spoiler: you don’t). 

  1. “SPF GIVES YOU SPOTS.” Only if the base is greasy or comedogenic. Modern formulas? No problem. 

  1. “THEY’RE STICKY.” The film on your skin is what blocks UV. Science has improved a lot, but at higher SPFs, you’ll still feel something. 

 

 

CONCLUSION: THE SUN IS YOUR MATE, BUT WITH BOUNDARIES 

The sun gives life, vitamin D, and good vibes — but it will also wreck your skin if you overdo it. Sunscreen isn’t a capitalist scam; it’s your best friend for a longer, healthier, hotter life. Bonus: it’s the perfect excuse to ask someone to rub it on your back.

 

P.S.: This blog is powered by Handsomefyer Sun SPF50: broad-spectrum protection with a touch of glow to make you look 🔥 while keeping you safe. Step out, stand out, shine. 

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