Herbal Sunscreen Products to protect Your Skin from Sun Burns
Forget the advertisment and bold claims that bombard you. We get skin experts to give you the real dope on complete sun protection. Myth: Herbal sunscreen is better for your skin. According to Dr Rohini Wadhwani of Skin Essentials, herbal products may not necessarily be chemical free. "Products only need a certain percentage of natural ingredients to be classified as herbal. Pure organic ones need to be certified." Wadhwani also explains that despite the inclusion of ingredients that have protective qualities, they get diluted in the final product and are not as effective. "The percentage and concentration of the sun-protective ingredient used is important. When it is mixed with other ingredients, it loses its potency," she reveals. Myth: Sunblock and sunscreen are different words for the same product. Wadhwani insists that while sunscreen is a filter, sun block is a complete protective cover. "It is ideal for athletes and people who spend lots of time in the s...