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At Tami’s Salon and Spa, we have a question. Do you wear SPF every day? We took a poll to see our social media followers’ thoughts on SPF and here are the results!
18% said No- It’s Winter
9% said No- I’m stuck inside all day
64% said Yes!
9% asked, “do I really need to?”
Common Misconceptions
We see so many people fighting to wear SPF. There’s a common misconception that unless it is summer and you are outside all day, you don’t need to wear SPF.
When it’s winter outside, it’s still important to wear SPF. The ozone layer is thinner during the winter, which means we have less defense against the sun. Also, going through Idaho winters, we get blinded by the sun reflecting off of the snow. That reflection can still cause damage to your skin!
What if I work inside all day?
I think it’s safe to say that most people who work inside an office all day can feel like they don’t need to wear SPF. In reality, UVA light penetrates through window glass and can still reach your skin.
Something we love to use at our Rexburg spa is SPF with a blue light filter! This type of SPF protects your skin from the effects of blue light from your computer screen or even your phone.
Sunburns have consequences
Another common thing we hear is “I’m not afraid of a little sunburn!” The fact is, that even a single sunburn can increase your risk of skin cancer.
Applying SPF 15 can lower your risk of developing squamous cell carcinoma by 40% and your risk of melanoma (the deadliest skin cancer) by 50%.
What if I don’t like how sunscreen feels on my skin?
A common reason we hear for not wearing sunscreen is not liking how SPF feels on their skin. At our salon, we have multiple options of SPF for you to try so you can find the one that works best for you and your lifestyle!
Come in and chat with our beUtofullness certified Estheticians and check out our skin care services to learn more about how to protect your skin! Your skin is the largest organ you have, so we want to help you take care of it.
