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ecand

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Physical vs Chemical Suncream

Hi.. anyone have tried both physical and chemical suncream? Kindly advise which one better, and maybe you can also recommend the good products
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You can find on a market three different types of sunscreens: 1. Chemical 2. Mineral 3. Mixed (chemical & mineral) 1. Chemical sunscreens can have different ingredients and amounts of it - depends on where you live, usually products can have up to 10% of these ingredients, but it depends on substance and local regulation. This type of sunscreen should work for all skin types, it's worth to search for newer type of chemical sunscreens with Tinosorbs or Uvinul 2. Mineral sunscreen - here choice is small since we got only Zinc Oxide and Titanium Dioxide, some mineral sunscreens can have nano formula and they usually leave less or almost no white film on the skin. Mineral sunscreens are better for sensitive skin and if you have allergies. They also work better for skin with melasma. 3. Mixed - chemical & mineral, these should fit all skin types, usually you can find products that mixes both than just one because every substance in sunscreen covers different wavelenghts of UV - for example Zinc Oxide is very good in covering UVA wavelenghts, while many sun protecting agents have problems with it. I also added few of sunscreen I enjoy and I hope my comment will be helpful for you :)
UV Defense Me. Calamine Sun Milk SPF50+ PA+++

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UV Defense Me. Calamine Sun Milk SPF50+ PA+++

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Anthelios SPF 50 Invisible Face Mist Anti-Shine

La Roche-Posay
Anthelios SPF 50 Invisible Face Mist Anti-Shine

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Complete No-Stress Physical Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++

AXIS-Y
Complete No-Stress Physical Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++

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4.4

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Sunsimed

Avene
Sunsimed

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Repaskin Fluido Invisible SPF50

Sesderma
Repaskin Fluido Invisible SPF50

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Capital Soleil UV-Age Daily SPF50+

Vichy
Capital Soleil UV-Age Daily SPF50+

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ecand

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Thank You for explanation,, it's very helpful.. currently I'm using Physical Suncream which contain Titanium Dioxide, then I read that this ingredient is carcinogenic (let me know if I'm wrong!),, therefore I intend to switch to chemical suncream.
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normanrockwell

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mineral sunscreen: -uses titanium dioxide and/or zinc oxide as UV filters -reflects UV rays -leaves a white cast (unless it is tinted) -tend to less irritating for people with sensitive skin -does not burn your eyes chemical sunscreen: -if you don’t see titanium dioxide or zinc oxide in the ingredients list, it is a chemical sunscreen -reflects and absorbs UV rays -does not leave a white cast but can be shiny/dewy on skin -can cause irritation and stinging of eyes for some people i personally use chemical sunscreens more than i use mineral sunscreens, since i don’t experience any form of irritation with chemical sunscreens. most people base their decision on what kind of sunscreen to use based on its finish.
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ecand

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Thank you for sharing, this very helpful👍
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thekedit

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depending on your skin type either would be suitable. If you want a glossy finish, the La Roche Posay Anthelios SPF50 is great. it’s a chemical one, whereas the Cosrx Aloe one is a hybrid and has a matte finish. Hope this helps 💚
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Dianne1113

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thank you for sharing
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