“If this is, relatively speaking, our latitudes, then some average photoprotection is enough: 20-30 SPF.
The only thing, very much depends on the skin phototype: we all react differently to the sun.
It is advisable to prepare the skin, start taking vitamins (these are vitamins A, E, C), as well as trace elements - the same selenium and zinc, which help to adapt the skin to the sun, ”said Kotova.
She noted that it is necessary to ensure that the cream contains both physical and chemical filters.
“Plus there should be a UVA / UVB icon - that is, those creams that protect against all rays,” the specialist explained.
It is also desirable to contain antioxidants, she said.
“The same vitamin C, vitamin E - this will help the skin tolerate the sun painlessly.
Solar activity has increased since mid-April or even earlier, therefore, even if there are clouds, it is still advisable to use photoprotection, ”the expert concluded.
Earlier, dermatologist Natela Grishina spoke about the possible harm of the early spring sun for health.