Today I tell you why you shouldíhow to use sunscreen when traveling within a avión, it's for your health.
travel by planeóThey transport us to distant destinations and we have dreamed themñadore for años, but ¿sabíso even thousands of meters high, our skin isá exposed to the sunñfine rays of the sun? La radiationón ultraviolet (UV) that reaches Earth is más intense in the upper layers of the atmosphereóball, which means that the exhibitionón during a flight can be significant.
Remember, we are flyingás high and for the same, we are más close to the sun, It's the same as in high-altitude cities, la radiationón and the effects on our skin are amplifiedían, imagínate a 410 thousand feet altitude.
Hereí my video with the recommendationón:
¿Becauseé sunscreen is necessary in an airplaneón?
Maybe for some the reasons areólogic, but many think that if it isás locked in an airplaneón, conditions or impact of the sun is reduced. This thought alsoéIt is not kept on land, dówhere is he withún think is that if it isás inside your house and it's sunny outside, no isás exposed to UV rays, but the reality is that these can also enter and dermatólogos also recommendén protect (even in díIt's cloudy and you go outdoors).
I must admit that I am not the personáI'm conscious about using sunscreen and it's hard for me to do it., like maybe many of you, but they passñthe worries and worriesón for the health of the skin it increases and I take action, What I want to share with you.
Let's go to the reasons:
- Greater intensity of UV rays: At higher altitude, at atmósphere is máIt is thin and filters less UV rays, which increases its intensity and potential givesñino.
- reflection in the windows: airplane windows, although they protect from some rays, reflect a part of the sunlight into the cabin, increasing exposureón.
- Accumulateóof course notñO: Although the durationón of a flight is usually relatively short, the exhibitionón repeated exposure to UV rays for múMultiple trips can accelerate premature skin aging and increase the risk of cáskin cancer. Imagínate if you are a frequent traveler or areás on long-duration flightsón.
Benefits of using sunscreen during flights
Based on what I have researched and analyzed over time, I can list the following benefits:
- Preventionón of sunburn: Even on short flights or díthe cloudy ones, the skin can burn if it is notá protected.
- Delays cut agingáneo: UV rays break down cabbageágene and elastin, responsible for the elasticity and firmness of the skin, accelerating the appearanceóNo wrinkles and spots.
- Reduces the risk of cáskin cancer: The exhibitionón prover y y y y UVón increases the risk of developing melanoma and other types of cáskin cancer.
- Protectionón of sensitive areas: Areas like the face, neck, hands and neckline are especially vulnerable to damageñthe solar.
recommendations
To guarantee a Protectionón óoptimal during your air travelón, I recommend you follow these tips:
- Be careful with the sizeñor and weight: considers the transportation limitations of theíliquids and buy sunscreen from máximo 100ml or purchase one in a stick.
- Choose the right sunscreen: Opt for a broad spectrum sunscreen (UVA y UVB) with an SPF of 30 the superior. AssegúMake sure it's waterproof, especially if you plan to do outdoor activities afterward.és of flight.
- Apply generously and frequently: Apply liberal amounts of sunscreen 30 minutes before boarding the planeón. Repeat the applicationón every three hours or more frequently if you sweat or get wetñas.
- Don't forget the forgotten areas: Además of the face and body, pay special attentionón to areas such as ears, párpados and others. Use specific productsífics for these ásensitive areas.
- Combine with other measures: Complement the use of sunscreen with sunglasses with protection.ón UV, wide-brimmed hats and skin-covering clothing.
- Moisturize your skin and your body: The airplane cabinón usually dry, so it is important to keep your skin hydrated before and afterés of flight.
Additional considerations
Finally, the dejo isás additional considerations based on my experience:
- Long-term flightsón: On transocean flightsánicos, the exhibitionón to UV rays is greater. Thus, It is essential to use a high-quality sunscreen and reapply it with más frequency.
- Sensitive skin: If you have sensitive skin or take photosensitizing medications, consult a and with itólogo for personalized recommendations on the type of sunscreen más right for you.
- Inños and babyés: Children's skinños is más delicate and susceptible to damageñthe solar. Use a broad-spectrum, high SPF children's sunscreen., and secureúmiss what isén well protected with appropriate clothing.
Imagine a transatl flightántico of 12 hours. During this time, your skin will beá exposed to a significant amount of radiationón UV, even if you travel during the night. By applying sunscreen before the flight and reapplying it every two hours, beás creating a protective barrier that preventsá sunburn, premature aging and otherñlong term.
This is all I wantíto recommend based on the práskills that I have acquired over time.
I hope it helps you and if you think so, They can apply it on their trips and share it with someone who they consider useful this information.ón.
¡Good flight!
