SUN PROTECTION - MYTHS UNDER THE MAGNIFYING GLASS 

Word has got around that it is important to protect yourself from the sun's UV rays. 
from the sun. Nevertheless, there are numerous myths and half-truths circulating on the subject of 
sun protection. We do the fact check:

You don't need sun protection on cloudy days 
sun protection

Wrong, because clouds let through up to 90 percent of UV rays. How strong the sun's rays actually 
can be seen from the so-called UV index, which is published 
published by the German Weather Service, for example. 
By the way: even in the shade, up to 
50 percent of the UV rays. 

Good sun protection lasts all day

Sunscreens last a maximum of as long as the 
sun protection factor (SPF) indicates. For example, if the self-protection time for fair skin is 10 minutes, 
protection is extended to a maximum of 5 hours (300 minutes) with SPF 30. However, the prerequisite is that 
sufficient sunscreen is applied (3 to 4 tablespoons for the whole body) 
for the whole body) and ideally reapply every two hours. 
reapply every two hours. This is because sweating, water or rubbing 
rubbing with a towel reduces the time of action.

Sun cream disrupts the vitamin D supply

The skin produces vitamin D when it is exposed to the sun's UV light. 
sunlight. Sunscreens actually prevent 
this important reaction. However, in order to ensure vitamin D production, it is sufficient in the summer months to leave the face, arms and hands 
a few minutes a week without sunscreen. In 
winter, however, many people recommend 
dietary supplements to ensure their vitamin D supply. 
 

Mallorca acne is caused by too much 
sun

UV radiation does play a role. But Mallorca acne is usually caused by the interaction between the sun 
of the sun and certain ingredients in skin care and sun protection products. If you are prone to Mallorca acne, it is best to use emulsifier- and fat-free 
sun protection gels. The team at the pharmacy will be 
suitable products.

Self-tanners protect you from the sun

No, that's not true. There are self-tanning products with 
sun protection factor, but as these products are not generally 
not applied that often, they are not suitable as sun protection. Most self-tanners contain an 
active ingredient called dihydroxyacetone, which reacts with proteins from the skin. This produces brown 
colorants. The reaction is harmless to the body.

The best way to treat sunburn is with quark 
treat

Grandma's home remedy really does provide relief, because 
Quark is easy to spread, has a cooling effect and 
moisturizes. But there are even more SOS tips 
for sunburn: For example, moisturizing after-sun products 
Moisturizing after-sun products. Gels with 
hydrocortisone can provide relief from severe inflammation or 
itching can provide relief. Anti-inflammatory painkillers reduce the pain. 
Your local pharmacy team will be happy to advise you. Also on 
suitable sun protection to avoid the next sunburn

Source: Apothekerverband Nordrhein e.V. in Kooperation mit der 
Avoxa – Mediengruppe Deutscher Apotheker GmbH