What Happens When You Stop Applying SunScreen Daily?

SHASHWAT NISHANT

In the absence of sunscreen, your skin becomes susceptible to sunburn, resulting in discomfort, redness, and peeling.

Sunburn

Regular exposure to UV radiation without adequate protection accelerates the aging process of the skin, leading to the premature appearance of wrinkles, fine lines, and age spots.

Premature Aging

UV rays have the ability to penetrate the skin, causing damage to cells, breakdown of collagen, and reduction in skin elasticity, ultimately resulting in a dull and damaged skin complexion.

Skin Damage  

The absence of sunscreen exposes the skin to UV radiation, increasing the likelihood of developing uneven skin tone, dark spots, and hyperpigmentation.

Hyperpigmentation

UV radiation can also pose a threat to the eyes if they are not shielded with sunglasses or sunscreen applied around the eye area.

Eye Damage

Use Regular application of sunscreen offers protection against harmful UV rays, preventing sunburn, premature aging, and reducing the risk of skin cancer.

Benefits of Sunscreen

It is recommended to apply sunscreen at 9 am, 12 pm, and 3 pm for effective protection against UV radiation.

Optimal Sunscreen Application

Sunscreen should be reapplied every 2-3 hours, particularly during peak sun exposure times, to maintain its effectiveness in shielding the skin from harmful UV rays.

Sunscreen Reapplication Guidelines