Sunscreen Quick Guide

What exactly is mineral sunscreen and which is the right sunscreen for me? What protection factor do I need and how do I protect myself adequately from the sun? In this quick guide, we answer the most important questions about sunscreen and sun protection so that you can protect your skin optimally all year round.

Mineral vs. chemical filters

Chemical UV filters:
Sunscreens use two different types of protective filters: mineral or chemical. Chemical filters penetrate the skin and deactivate the sun's rays. This process creates a slight warmth. Chemical sunscreens often contain substances that are harmful to the environment or irritating to allergy sufferers, such as Octocrylene, Benzophenones, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, homosalate or similar active ingredients.
Chemical sunscreen needs about 15-30 minutes to take effect before it has a protective effect.

Mineral UV filters:
Here, substances such as titanium dioxide, magnesium oxide or zinc oxide are used as protection (often in combination). These lie on the skin and reflect the UVA and UVB rays before they penetrate the skin. Our sun creams do NOT contain nano particles; the substances cannot pass through the skin barrier.
Mineral sunscreen usually does not require any time to take effect, so the protection is immediate.
Our sunscreens are all free of microplastics, are vegan & cruelty free and have little to no whitening effect.

What protection factor do I need?

The difference between SPF 30 and SPF 50 is not very big. An SPF of 20 already protects against 95% of UVB rays, and an SPF over 50 provides 98% protection. SPF 30 is therefore in between.
The protection factor you need depends on your skin and the environment. If it is healthy, insensitive and already tanned, SPF 30 is sufficient. If it gets red quickly, is sensitive or has hardly been exposed to the sun, SPF 50+ should be used.
In extreme conditions such as water sports or in the mountains, a higher protection factor should be chosen.⁠
But that doesn't mean that you can sunbathe all day without worrying if you use the right sunscreen. Avoid the midday sun and stay in the shade regularly.

How do I find the right sunscreen?

In addition to the protection factor and the ingredients, the type of application is crucial for choosing the right sunscreen.
We differentiate here between sun creams for the body and for the face , although there are of course sun creams that can be used for both.
Sun creams for the body are available in a liquid, oily consistency from Amazinc in an aluminum bottle with SPF 30 or SPF 50 or in the typical tube cream consistency from Odyskin . A combined sun cream for the body and face is also available from Amazinc in a practical jar, with SPF 30 or SPF 50 .

For daily use, there is a day cream with SPF 25 from UpCircle or a body butter with SPF 15 from Amazinc.
We also have sun protection for the lips , which is especially important in the mountains or on very sunny days.
Sunscreen in mini format, ideal for on the go and for precise application, is available from Hello Simple .

What else should you consider besides the right sunscreen?

Wearing sun protection is important all year round. Even a cloudy sky does not protect you from harmful UV rays; clouds can even make them stronger.
Clothing can also protect you from the sun, but it does not provide 100 percent protection.
Ideally, stay in the shade or indoors between 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., when UV radiation is at its most intense.
Protect not only your skin but also your eyes sufficiently from the harmful rays.

Isn't the sun important for producing vitamin D?

Vitamin D is actually produced with the help of sunlight. According to the BAG, it is sufficient for people with light skin pigmentation to be exposed to the midday sun for 10 minutes in the summer, and for people with dark skin pigmentation to be exposed to the midday sun for 20 to 60 minutes. However, it is better not to stand in the midday sun, but to go outside for a few minutes longer in the morning or evening.

What to do if you get sunburned?

If you get sunburn despite all protective measures and it is only mild, you can take care of it yourself and support the healing process. If the sunburn is severe, you should definitely see a doctor.
You should not go out into the sun again until the sunburn has healed. You can cool the slightly reddened area of ​​skin to get immediate relief. To do this, simply dip a cloth in cool water and place it on the affected area of ​​skin or take a cool shower.
Afterwards, it is important to drink enough and to moisturize the affected area of ​​skin. For example, with an aloe vera gel or an after-sun lotion .

We hope that this quick guide will help you find the right sun protection for you. We are also happy to advise you personally via website chat or email.
We wish you a wonderful summer without sunburn 😎