Sunscreen: understand the arguments of those who are against its use –

Although the use of sunscreen is recommended by the WHO and unanimously among physicians, there are still people who question the use of the product. After all, can our skin not protect itself from the sun?

Roseli Siqueira, beautician and cosmetologist, is against its use. “I am totally against the use of artificial sunscreenare comedogenic products that clog pores, and are also rich in chemical components, including microplastics, which penetrate the dermis and are absorbed by our body, causing a series of serious problems, such as dermatitis and cancer,” says the professional.

WHAT SHE INDICATES IN THE PLACE

The beautician defends a natural protection for the skin, based on water and oil. “We must wash our face with a neutral liquid soap and hydrate the skin very well to receive the sun’s rays, we can do this with a 100% natural pumpkin, sesame and coconut oil. But it needs to be natural. Drinking plenty of water and natural juices helps, after all hydration is also done from the inside out. Then you can go out in the sun for 15 minutes and as your skin gains resistance, gradually increase this time until you reach 30 minutes a day, that would be the best“.

Roseli shares that the sun is fundamental for skin health. “This habit helps to thicken the skin, bringing more firmness and elasticity. Due to the increased resistance of the dermis, the sun also helps to even out skin tone and reduce allergies and dermatitis. With it, it is possible to synthesize vitamin D, important for bone health”, in addition, she explains that the skin already has its own protection against sun rays “Our skin needs sun exposure to stay healthy and since we were born we already have a natural protection, consisting of water and oil, capable of filtering the sun’s rays and enabling the action of UVB, which is responsible for the production of melatonin hormones, which give the skin its color”.

WHAT THE EXPERTS SAY

Joyce Rodriguesa biochemical pharmaceutical specialist in cosmetology and president of Mezzo Dermocosméticos, is on the side of the WHO: she explains that sunscreen has the function of protecting the skin from sunlight, mainly against UVA and UVB rays, and that its replacement not recommended. “Sunscreen can be complemented by supplementation for sun protection, but they must be used together”.

Joyce also warns that it is necessary to be careful with the sun’s rays, as they can also cause various harm to the health of the skin. “The ultraviolet radiation emitted by the sun produces harmful effects, such as an increased risk of skin cancer and skin photoaging, a process that makes the skin thick, rough and even blemished. Therefore, it is recommended to frequently apply sunscreens that contribute to protection against damage caused by UV rays, helping to prevent and reduce skin hyperpigmentation”.

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This article is only intended to inform the arguments of the other side, but we affirm that is in favor of using sunscreen