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IS THERE ANY DIFFERENCE BETWEEN KIDS AND ADULTS SUNSCREEN PROTECTION?
The regular SPF 30 and 50 contain antioxidant supplements that work well against premature ageing. Otherwise, it’s exactly the same formula. The main reason why our children’s products have a slightly different formula is to help the market and consumers to more easily identify which products are suitable for and tested according to children’s needs. The feel of the mousse and the user -friendly formula are the same for all EVY products and can be used from 6 months and older. However, we recommend SPF 30 or higher for children under 16 years.
WHAT SUN FILTERS ARE USED IN EVY PRODUCTS?
To provide the highest possible UVA and UVB protection, EVY products contain several different chemical sun filters, since different kinds of filters work in different ways. This allows us to reduce the overall amount of sun filters. The approved amount of sun filters is 25%. By using a small amount of each substance, the risks associated with a substance that usually has a maximum limit of about 10 percent of the concentration are minimised. This makes the products mild and hypoallergenic and suitable from 6 months of age and upwards.It is worth remembering that our chemical filters, and chemical filters in general, are organic/natural and consist of the elements, carbon, hydrogen, nitrogen and oxygen. They’ve been produced specifically to provide protection against UV radiation, unlike actual physical filters. The terms physical and chemical filters are often generalised, but in actual fact the issue is quite complex. Therefore, you should see each product in its own, unique light, and it’s worth remembering that EVY is very different to regular sunscreen products, due to EVY’s patented base formula.
UVA filter - Wavelength nm 280-400 Bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine
UVA filter - Wavelength nm 310-400 Diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate
UVA filter - Wavelength nm 310-400 Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane
UVB filter - Wavelength nm 290-350 Octocrylene
UVB filter - Wavelength nm 290-350 Ethylhexyl Triazone
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL /ORGANIC FILTERS?
A physical sun filter is like a film on the skin which reflects and redirects radiation from the sun. A chemical sun filter absorbs and converts sunrays into harmless radiation. Physical filters like titanium dioxide and zinc oxide are finely ground, mineral-based particles with a distinguishable white membrane. However, the membrane can be reduced by applying it in nanoform. The advantage of physical filters is the low risk of allergies. Some people may react to chemical sun filters, and most brands contain large amounts. The problem with physical nanoform filters is that they only provide a mild level of UVA protection. Children and people with sensitive skin need especially strong UVA protection. This is why most manufacturers use chemical filters which provide stronger UVA protection. Chemical filters do not have a white membrane or particularly sticky surface, and many people feel that they are easier to apply. However, we shouldn’t generalise too much about chemical sunscreens – there are about 30 different kinds and they all have unique properties.