Nova Cosmetic Center

Everyday we hear about our clients that don't use an adequate amount of sun protection. Even if it's cloudy and you are running one quick errand, you still need sunscreen!  Think about this; 

• Windows in your home, office or your car will not protect you. Windshields are laminated for safety reasons and filter most UV radiation. However as much as 79% of UV radiation will still pass on through.
• Did you know that it takes up to 30 minutes for sunscreen to work? Even with a newly-applied layer of sunscreen, you're still not completely protected from the sun's harmful rays for the first few minutes.  It takes about 30 minutes for sunscreen to kick in. It's a good idea to apply sunscreen a half hour before heading out for the day.
• It's ok to re-apply over make up. Sunscreens containing physical barriers to UVA and UVB rays such as zinc oxide can be reapplied directly over make up.
• Don't skimp! Most people don't use a sufficient amount of sunscreen. The guidelines generally are to use about a shot glass full of sunscreen for body and one half teaspoon full of sunscreen for face to get the full affect.