Loreal Sunscreen

Just the Facts

Summer is associated with plenty of feel-good, have-fun activities: trips to the beach, strolls by the lakeside, volleyball at the park, amusement park visits and so much more. Most of these activities involve spending a great amount of time outdoors in the sweltering heat.

In addition to causing skin discomfort, the sun plays a key role in the development of skin cancer. That's why it's crucial to apply sunscreen liberally, each and every time you leave the house. Even if you're just going for a short drive, it's important to keep your skin well-protected from the sun's damaging rays.

The reason is simple. A tan may look beautiful, but it's actually a sign of damaged skin. Tanning is actually the body's defense against harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays. When the skin is exposed to these rays, it goes into safety mode and begins to produce additional pigment in an attempt to protect itself from burning.

The greater exposure to sunlight there is, the darker the tan and the likelier the chances of contracting skin cancer, experiencing premature aging, developing rashes and dealing with eye injuries.

About L'Oreal Sunscreen

Renowned beauty brand L'Oreal is famous for its vast collection of personal care products. The company specializes in everything from color cosmetics to hair color. In particular, it is renowned for its extensive selection of sun protection products. Not limited solely to sunscreen, the line includes a variety of items formulated to provide the strongest and most effective line of defense against harmful rays.

The Products

You may not love to slather the stuff on everyday, but L'Oreal sunscreen makes the process a little more tolerable. In addition to its soft, pleasant scent, the formula is offered in convenient, easy-to-use packaging. The L'Oreal collection of sun care, called Solar Expertise, includes the following products:

Active Anti-Wrinkle and Brown Spot

Many people neglect to do so, but it's as important to protect your face as it is your body. Active Anti-Wrinkle and Brown Spot is a facial cream formulated to protect against premature aging and the development of age spots, which are typically caused by the sun. It is available with sun protection factors (SPF) of 15, 30 and 50.

This product can be used safely on the face, chest and hands. It features a light fragrance and an airy texture. Its properties are determined by its unique formula, which includes a combination of the following:

• Boswelox: An exclusive phyto-complex containing boswellia serrata extract and manganese, which cause micro-contractions in the skin. This leads to a visible reduction in the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
• Melanin Control: As an anti photo-aging product, melanin control is crucial. It is responsible for protecting against the appearance of brown spots.
• Activa-Cell: This component stimulates the skin's natural defense and repair responses.

Milk Spray Mist

Always on the go? Then you'll particularly appreciate the benefits of this convenient product. The Milk Spray Mist is an ultra-light milk formula that sprays on thinly and evenly, without causing a sticky mess in the process. The spray's patented filter formulation provides effective coverage from the sun, with available SPFs of 8, 15 and 30. It contains these ingredients:

• Pro-Hydryl: This moisturizing agent provides constant hydration to the skin.
• Vitamin E: In addition to providing additional hydration, vitamin E also fights free radicals and protects the skin from cellular damage.

Advance Protection Lotion

Don't leave your skin's health to chance. Slather on a powerful sunscreen, like the Advance Protection Lotion. It blocks UVA/UVB rays and protects against premature aging. It is available in SPFs 8, 15, 25 and 60. It contains these ingredients:

• Mexoryl SX: This water-soluble chemical filters UVA rays.
• Mexoryl XL: Similar to Mexoryl SX, this chemical is oil-soluble.

Rehydrating Soothing Milk

Protecting your skin from those intense rays is just part of practicing safe sun care. Moisturizing the skin after exposure to the sun is important. Slather on this rich, gentle moisturizer to alleviate peeling, dry skin. It leaves the skin supple and comfortable.

Tan Intensifier

Combining the best of two worlds, the Tan Intensifier keeps the skin velvety-smooth following exposure to the sun. It also imparts a natural glow to the skin, thanks to a light dose of self-tanner.

Specially for Kids

Kids may not love applying sunscreen, but it's an absolute must if they plan to spend time outdoors. The Solar Expertise range for children is both fragrance- and dye-free. The spray version contains an SPF of 40, while the lotion has an SPF of 50. It is safe for children of all ages, and is gentle enough for even sensitive skin types.

Where to Purchase

The L'Oreal Solar Expertise line is currently available exclusively in the UK. It is also sold online at the following boutiques:

• All Toiletries
• Auravita