Sunscreen, sunscreen and more sunscreen

The long weekend’s here! I’m sure you’ve got plans to head to the beach. Well, Makeup Guru Ephraim Hunte shares some tips and cautions that may help to minimize the consequences of sunburn, sunstroke and dehydration especially during this Easter weekend..

Face and body

Moisturize and hydrate skin thoroughly before going to bed. After bathing, apply face moisturiser and body lotion on damp skin (this helps to seal in additional moisture). Re-apply when moisture has evaporated. Repeat in the morning.

Face/foundation

Clean skin thoroughly and hydrate with a good SPF moisturiser (blot off excess if face is of an oily skin type). Use a foundation with SPF.

Body

Sunscreen, sunscreen and more sunscreen

Try the higher numbers like SPF30, SPF40, and SPF45 on your body. The higher the number ratings, the longer the protection.

Note: Higher SPF numbers simply mean the product will give longer sunblock protection. Repeat sunblock application on your shoulders, back and legs every two to four hours.

Lip protection

The delicate skin of the lips can easily become sunburned. Use a lip balm with SPF, followed by a lipstick with SPF.

Health collaboration with Dr Vishnu Jeelal, MD