The first thing that comes to mind when you think of the weather in the Philippines is humidity. Even during its ‘dry’ season, the Philippines is known for its tropical, humid climate with substantial rainfall. Sunscreen is imperative for you throughout the whole year no matter where you find yourself. However, it is especially important if you plan to spend time in a tropical … [Read more...]

Whether you’re trying to protect against the carefree spirit of the children around you or simply safeguard against your own occasional clumsiness, trying to find products that won’t stain clothes can be a challenge. Throughout the year, and especially during the hot and humid months, the Skin Cancer Foundation recommends that you wear sunscreen on a daily basis. That way you … [Read more...]

Normally sunscreen searches focus on one thing… stopping sunburn. This is understandable as sunburn is the most obvious consequence of excessive sun exposure. But thinking this way isn’t looking at the full picture. The sun produces ultraviolet radiation at a number of different wavelengths. Without complicating things too much, you need to worry about two bands of this … [Read more...]

Chemical sunscreens aren’t normally recommended on SimplySunSafe as they are the worst sunscreens. Purely physical sunscreens (the best sunscreens) are known to have a number of benefits including the method and effectiveness of protection (though they are less cosmetic in feel and finish). For this reason, it’s not easy to write about the best chemical sunscreen. So I’m … [Read more...]

A sun allergy (or ‘photosensitivity’) can put a damper on your ability to enjoy the sun. If you’re allergic to sunlight, effective sun protection is a must to ensure you can live life on your own terms. There are two main types of photosensitive reaction that your skin may experience: Phototoxic reactions occur within minutes or hours of sun exposure Photoallergic … [Read more...]

As a cricketer, you frequently spend a large portion of your day outside in the sun, both when training for and playing in matches. This time in the sun can become like second-nature to you, and sometimes you will barely even notice those sunny hours the next wicket falls. This time adds quickly adds up. And you’re physically exerting yourself during this period (depending on … [Read more...]

Is it just me, or do you also think of surfers when you hear zinc oxide and titanium dioxide? You know, those cool kids at the beach in the 80s and 90s with various colored stripes down their noses? Apparently they weren’t just trying to look rad, they may have known more about skin protection than they let on. As a former surfer, I spent A LOT of time at the beach, so of … [Read more...]