☀️ Chemical Vs. Mineral Sunscreen: What’a the difference? ☀️ . You need daily sun protection to keep your skin healthy and youthful. But, which type of sunscreen should you choose? Sun protection generally falls into one of two categories: chemical and physical (mineral). Read on to learn the difference, and discover the benefits of using a mineral sunscreen. . Chemical Vs. Physical (Mineral) Sunscreen . Sunscreen is essential to keep skin protected from the dangers of sun exposure, including sunburn, sun damage and melanoma. It’s also beneficial in minimizing the aging effects of UV rays, such as fine lines and wrinkles, rough skin and hyperpigmentation. . The two categories of sunscreen are chemical and physical. While both provide protection, chemical sunscreen and physical sunscreen differ in their active ingredients as well as the way they protect against UV exposure. Here, we’ve compiled the key points you need to know about each type. . Chemical Sunscreen . Chemical sunscreens are often referred to as “absorbers.” Their active ingredients are organic (carbon-based) compounds that absorb UV rays. Through a chemical reaction, these compounds convert UV rays into heat, then release that heat from the skin. . Physical Sunscreen . Physical sunscreens are “reflectors." Their active ingredients include zinc oxide and titanium dioxide, which act as physical blockers. These minerals form a protective barrier on the skin and reflect harmful UV rays before they make contact with the skin’s surface. . . #eminenceorganics #eminenceorganicskincare #spf #sunprotectionfactor #chemical #vs #physical #protectyourself Repost from @lisa.wensley.eminence • (at San Dimas Canyon Golf Course) https://www.instagram.com/p/CBQi7SnBCnzgdahpWJVMlfJkFeerCtrL8Btkeo0/?igshid=x586gfb8kp4p