The importance of using quality sun protection is undisputed however many of us are quick to use sunscreen when basking in the sunshine at the beach, but how many of us do the same on a cloudy day? Sun Protection Factor (SPF) indicates the amount of protection offered by the solution against UVB rays – the higher the value, the greater the protection. It is recommended that everyday use of at least SPF 30, regardless of the weather. Quality sunscreen does not only protect against the appearance of sunburn, but it also provides essential protection against UVA and UVB radiation. These two types of radiation are damaging to skin, but in different ways.

Ultraviolet A radiation (UVA) has a long wavelength and causes the skin to age. It can lead to damaged collagen, wrinkles, and genetic defects that can lead to cancers. This radiation can penetrate through windows and clouds.

Ultraviolet B radiation (UVB) has a short wavelength and causes the skin to burn. This can mutate the skin cells’ DNA and is carcinogenic, meaning that it can change the structure of the skin cells and mutate the genetic code causing faults which can lead to potential skin cancer such as melanoma. This type of radiation damages the outermost layers of the epidermis, causing sunburn and blisters.

UV radiation exposure is cumulative, and the build-up can cause irreparable damage over time. Damage is dependent on exposure time and intensity of radiation. Zidac’s sunscreen comes in SPF 30 and SPF 50 (100 ml and 500 ml), offers high and reliable protection, and covers UVA and UVB. It is dermatologically tested and suitable for sensitive and non-sun-exposed skin.

• Reliable protection against the appearance of sunburn
• UVA + UVB
• For sensitive & non-sun-exposed skin
• Dermatologically tested
• High Protection