SPF Decoded - Which sunscreen you need this summer!

Summers have now started setting in and that would mean extra exposure to the heat, sun and sweat for your skin. This summer give extra protection to your skin by choosing the right sunscreen for your skin type. And if you have a hard time choosing which SPF would suit you the best, keep reading as we solve this mystery :

The foremost thing to understand before purchasing a sunscreen is what is an SPF?

SPF or Sun Protection Factor determines how efficiently a sunscreen would protect your skin from harmful UVA/UVB rays and other radiations that can cause sunburn, skin damages and tanning.

Here's how different SPFs can help provide you better sun protection -

• SPF 15 - A sunscreen with SPF 15 or less is suitable for people having darker skin tone which is less likely to get sunburnt but may tan easily. 
• SPF 30 - A person with fairer skin tone needs an SPF of 30 or more for better protection from harmful sunrays. This is because that the skin tone is so light that it will tan more easily than of someone having a darker skin tone. If you have a light skin tone which is also oily, we recommend you to use Bio Aloe Vera sun lotion with SPF 30 to make your skin moisturized and better protected from sunrays. 

• SPF 40 or more - People who live in sunny areas and are exposed to sun for longer duration should use a sunscreen having an SPF 40 or more. Bio Carrot with SPF 40 is an excellent sunscreen which is blended with pure carrot oil, extracts of carrot seed and aloe vera that provide your skin amazing sun defense. If you are looking for a water-resistant sun lotion, Bio Sandalwood with an SPF 50 would be a perfect pick which retains SPF after 80 minutes in the water. 

Also, applying sunscreen only once in the day wouldn't be enough if you stay outdoors for long hours. Sunscreen should be applied generously half an hour before going outdoors and re-applied every 2 hours.

Even when the day is cloudy, you should apply a sunblock of atleast SPF 15 as the UVA/UVB rays would still be able to harm your skin.

Apart from protecting your skin using a sunblock, you can also follow some extra tips like wearing a hat to shade your face and scalp, and wearing quality sunglasses to protect your eyes from direct sunlight.

Drinking plenty of water (atleast 7-8 glasses everyday) is also an essential step to keep your skin hydrated and healthy in summers.

Protect your Skin this Holi - Holi Skin Care Guide

Holi is just a few days away! And you all must gear up to have a big bash this year.

Holi is the most enjoyable of all festivals however we all realize that Holi colors can damage the skin and hair. We got you covered this Holi with our Pre-Holi and Post-Holi skin care tips -

Pre - Holi skin care : 

• Moisturize well - The most important part of your pre-Holi skin care would be building a layer of moisturizer/lotion on your face which is the most delicate area. Use a generous amount of moisturizing lotion having sunscreen like Bio Carrot which has an SPF 40 over your face (including area behind ears and earlobes) to protect yourself from the harmful colours as well as the sunrays.

• Protect your Hands & Legs - Build a layer of body oil or lotion all over your hands and legs to make sure your skin is protected from the harmful chemicals. Also this would help getting off the colour during the shower later. We recommend you to apply Bio Carrot Seed Oil which is light and not greasy, yet will give you the right amount of protection and if you prefer a lotion we recommend Bio Winter Cherry to nourish your skin and prepare it for the Holi party.

• Oil your Hair - Your hair would be the first part of your body that would get affected by the harmful chemicals in Holi colours. So make sure you oil your hair really well, atleast 20-25 minutes before you start with Bio Flame of the Forest oil, which will prevent your hair from any damage. 

• Paint your Nails - If you enjoy painting your nails, then Holi is the day when you should definitely not miss painting them with your favorite nail polish. A nail polish would not only build a protective layer on the nails but would also get you in a festive mood.

• Lips and Eyes - Protect your lips by applying lip balm generously. We recommend you to use Bio Morning Nectar or Bio Aloe Vera lip balm which also has SPF 30 and therefore would protect your lips from harmful sunrays as well. For eyes, completely avoid wearing contact lenses as they may cause irritation if got in touch with Holi colours. 

• Clothing - Now, when you have prepared your skin to face the Holi colours, make sure you clothe yourself with full-sleeved and full length bottoms, to reduce the chances of damaging your skin from the colours.

Post - Holi care :

Had a crazy Holi celebration? Well before you hit the bed to take a nap you must clean up the colour from your face, body and hair. The more delay there is in cleaning the colour, the tougher it will be to get rid of it.

• Cleanse well : Firstly, dust off the all the dry colour from your face and body. Remove all them makeup that you might have applied with a makeup remover like Bio Almond Oil. Then cleanse your face very gently with a mild cleanser. We recommend you to use Bio Honey Gel with lukewarm water to wash off the colour.  

• If there's still any colour left, you can scrub off the rest using Bio Walnut purifying & polishing scrub. Avoid scrubbing excessively as it will damage your skin and may cause irritation. 

• Wash your Hair : Next, wash your hair using a damage control shampoo like Bio Soya Protein followed by conditioning hair with Bio Watercress nourishing conditioner. Repeat the process for another couple of days until the colour goes off completely. 

• Cleanse your body with a revitalizing body wash like Bio Apricot which has a 100% soap free formulation that would help removing any pollutants without dehydrating your body. 

• Moisturize - Apply a thick body butter like Bio Coco Butter for the next few days to nourish your skin well. Once the colour is completely off your body, you can start using your usual body lotion.

• Nurture your Nails – Take out the nail paint using a nail paint remover and follow it up by giving a gentle massage to your hands. 

The colour might take a couple of days to completely go off your skin, so keep patience and follow the post-Holi tips regularly until all the colour is gone, without excessively cleansing/scrubbing your body.

Have a safe and wonderful Holi!

Skin Care Tips for the changing weather | Spring Skin Care

With the rapidly changing weather, it's not only time to update your wardrobe but also to reassess your skin care regime. Because the skin care regimen you have been following in the harsh winter weather, might not be the best for your skin in the spring's challenging conditions.

Since spring is a time of sunshine, humidity and heat, your skin needs lot of pampering. But you need not worry as we get you covered with these amazing skin care tips to follow this changing weather:

• Sunscreen, sunscreen, sunscreen - Yes! The most important part of your skin care routine should be religiously applying a quality sunscreen to protect your skin from the harmful sunrays. We recommend that you use Bio Carrot sun lotion which contains SPF 40 UVA/UVB to give you the utmost protection. If you have an oily skin, Bio Aloe Vera would be perfect for you as it has the goodness of pure aloe vera, sunflower and safflower oils along with SPF 30 UVA/UVB sunscreen.

• Hydrate yourself - While in winters your body could manage working on less water intake, but don't neglect drinking water in spring as the harmful UV rays can dehydrate your body badly. Make sure to carry a water bottle wherever you go and have atleast 10-12 glasses of water each day. You can use Bio Honey Water to refreshen and tone your skin.

• Cleanse to prevent oil - Higher humidity could lead to sweating and could also increase the oil flow of the skin. You can prevent this by cleansing your face well on a daily basis. Bio Honey Gel hydrating foaming cleanser is an excellent cleanser to use in spring as it has a 100% soap-free hydrating formula enriched with pure honey. If you have an oily skin, we recommend you to try Bio Pineapple cleanser which is an excellent Oil control foaming cleanser. You can use these products morning and evening or as required even during the day.

• Exfoliate more - Spring is the perfect time to scrub off the accumulated dead skin over the winter and get a fresh, radiant and youthful glow. You should exfoliate your skin gently atleast three times a week to stimulate your skin's natural cell renewal process. We recommend you to try Bio Papaya scrub which helps in dissolving dead surface cells, unclog pore openings and smoothen the skin.

• Rejuvenate yourself - One should also not neglect the need of rejuvenating their skin at short intervals to distress themselves and maintain the skin’s glow. Bio Dandelion with its anti-ageing and lightening properties is an amazing product to pamper your skin. 

• Get that Pedicure done – Don’t forget to give extra care to your feet now that they would be out from those socks, bellies or shoes. Take a pedicure appointment in your favorite salon or try an at-home pedicure followed by a foot massage using Bio Costus cream which helps soothe tired feet and improve circulation.

All these skin care tips with healthy eating will make sure you brave the spring weather and come out glowing and all freshened up.