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So what does "SPF" and "PA" means on sunscreen? SPF: Protection against UV-B rays. Increases the time before skin starts burning. SPF 1 protects skin against UV-B rays for 15-20 minutes PA: Protection against UV-A rays. Increases the time before skin starts darkening. PA+ can increase the time before skin starts darkening by 2-4 times. PA++ increases the time by 4-8 times. PA+++ is the maximum protection and can increase the time by more than 8 times. For people who are indoors most of the time, you can choose sunscreen products with lower SPF index, e.g. SPF 30 with PA +++, which gives you enough protection without taxing your skin. For people who are outdoors most of the time, you can choose sunscreen products with higher SPF index, e.g. SPF 50 with PA +++, which is sweat and water resistant to give maximum protection. Below are example of some sunscreens which are available in Singapore. From left to right (1. Shu Uemura UV Armor SPF 30 PA +

Spending too much time under the sun not only causes tanning and spot formation, but also speeds up aging of your skin! So beach babes, beware! Here's why sun rays are bad for you: There are 3 different types of harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation that reaches us from the sun. The sun's (UV) light falls into three wavelength bands: UVA, UVB & UVC. UVA Rays: Have the longest wavelength and remain high in intensity all day. Present even on a cloudy day or indoors as it can penetrate clouds and window panes Penetrate through the epidermis & continue into the dermis. Breaks down the organization of skin cells. Responsible for skin aging, collagen loss, broken blood vessels, wrinkles and spots formation. UVB Rays: Have mid range wavelength and is highest in intensity from 10am to 2pm near the equator. Blocked off by glass. Penetrate through the epidermis & deep into the dermis damaging newer cells. Responsible for skin burns, sensitivity reactions (skin become