As the summer approaches, we generally remember to apply sunscreen on our face but we easily overlook our lips. Our lips are equally susceptible to sun damage if not more. In this blog, we will delve into understanding SPF 30 lip balms and why they are an essential part of our skincare routine!
Why is it important to protect lips in summer?
Sun protection for lips is important because of multiple reasons such as:
Vulnerability to UV damage: The skin on lips is thinner than other parts of the body as well as lips lack melanin and hence lips are susceptible to sun damage
Dehydration: Summer heat can dehydrate your lips which can cause lips to look dry and chapped.
Overall lip health: Ensuring SPF protection for lips will maintain the health of your lips over time.
Benefits of SPF 30 lip balm
Lip balm with SPF 30 offers multiple benefits such as:
Effective sun protection: Using a broad spectrum SPF 30 lip balm for lips effectively protects lips from UVA and UVB rays.
Reduced risk of sunburn: Continuously using Lip balm with SPF 30 reduces risk of lips getting sunburned.
Reduces sun induced pigmentation: You can use SPF lip balm for pigmentation reduction that is caused by sun exposure.
Lower risk of Lip Cancer: Constantly using SPF 30 lip balms lowers the risk of Lip cancer.
Protecting lips from dryness: SPF 30 lip balms are generally composed of hydrating ingredients which protects lips from dryness.
Easy to use: Lip balms with SPF are portable and hence convenient to carry and reapply whenever it's needed for crucial sun protection.
How to choose the best SPF 30 lip balm for you
- Look for a broad-spectrum labelled lip balm to protect your lips from UVA and UVB rays.
- Look for hydrating ingredients like butters in the lip balm to maintain the moisture
- Look for sticks or tube packaging as they are more hygienic
How to apply SPF 30 lip balm properly
Clean your lips:
Make sure your lips are clean before applying anything else.
Apply generously:
Apply the lip balm generously to your lips making sure it covers the entire lips especially corners that are often missed.
Reapply continuously:
Reapply the lip balm after every 2 hours and after eating or drinking.
Conclusion
Your lips are as vulnerable as your other body parts and hence it's important to ensure ample sun protection for them by using a broad spectrum SPF 30 lip balm!
FAQs
1. Can SPF 30 lip balm prevent cold sores?
SPF 30 lip balm can’t prevent cold sores. It can protect your lips from cold sore trigger because of UV exposure.
2. Can I use face sunscreen on lips instead of SPF lip balms?
It is not recommended to use face sunscreen on lips because the skin on lips is different than that of face.
