{"id":56724,"date":"2024-06-12T15:44:23","date_gmt":"2024-06-12T19:44:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog-well.ca\/?p=56724"},"modified":"2026-06-30T15:39:11","modified_gmt":"2026-06-30T19:39:11","slug":"dont-be-fooled-by-common-sunscreen-myths","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/dont-be-fooled-by-common-sunscreen-myths\/","title":{"rendered":"Don&#8217;t Be Fooled by These Common Sunscreen Myths"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Think you know everything there is to know about sunscreen? Think again!<\/p>\n<p>There are tons of myths out there that could be tricking you into making some not-so-great choices for your skin. Don&#8217;t worry, though; we&#8217;re here for myth-busting. After reading this, you\u2019ll be well on your way to becoming a sun protection pro.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>MYTH ONE: You Don\u2019t Have to Wear Sunscreen When It\u2019s Cloudy<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/blog-well.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Blue-Lizard-CA-Sensitive_Palm-Tree-scaled.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-56732 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/blog-well.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Blue-Lizard-CA-Sensitive_Palm-Tree-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"307\" height=\"307\" srcset=\"https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Blue-Lizard-CA-Sensitive_Palm-Tree-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Blue-Lizard-CA-Sensitive_Palm-Tree-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Blue-Lizard-CA-Sensitive_Palm-Tree-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Blue-Lizard-CA-Sensitive_Palm-Tree-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Blue-Lizard-CA-Sensitive_Palm-Tree-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Blue-Lizard-CA-Sensitive_Palm-Tree-2048x2048.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Blue-Lizard-CA-Sensitive_Palm-Tree-650x650.jpg 650w, https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Blue-Lizard-CA-Sensitive_Palm-Tree-1300x1300.jpg 1300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 307px) 100vw, 307px\" \/><\/a>Picture this: You\u2019re on a beach vacation, and you wake up to cloudy skies. \u201cNo worries,\u201d you think, \u201cat least I won\u2019t have to slather on SPF today.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>WRONG.<\/p>\n<p>Many believe that sunscreen is unnecessary on cloudy days, but this is a dangerous misconception.<\/p>\n<p>Up to 80% of the sun&#8217;s UV rays can penetrate clouds, exposing your skin to harmful radiation even when the sun isn&#8217;t visible. Neglecting sunscreen on overcast days can lead to cumulative sun damage over time, increasing the risk of skin cancer and accelerating skin aging.<\/p>\n<p>Regardless of the cloud cover, applying a broad-spectrum sunscreen is crucial for protecting your skin.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>MYTH TWO: It Doesn\u2019t Matter What Time You Go Out in the Sun<\/h2>\n<p>The intensity of UV radiation varies throughout the day, but that doesn&#8217;t mean there&#8217;s a safe time to skip sunscreen.<\/p>\n<p>While UV rays are strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., they can still cause damage outside these hours.<\/p>\n<p>Morning and late afternoon sun exposure accumulate over the years, contributing to long-term skin damage. For effective sun protection, always wear sunscreen, regardless of the time of day.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>MYTH THREE: You Don\u2019t Need Sunscreen If Your Skintone Is Dark<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/blog-well.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Blue-Lizard-CA-Sensitive_Sun-Glasses-scaled.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-56731 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/blog-well.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Blue-Lizard-CA-Sensitive_Sun-Glasses-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"399\" height=\"399\" srcset=\"https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Blue-Lizard-CA-Sensitive_Sun-Glasses-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Blue-Lizard-CA-Sensitive_Sun-Glasses-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Blue-Lizard-CA-Sensitive_Sun-Glasses-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Blue-Lizard-CA-Sensitive_Sun-Glasses-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Blue-Lizard-CA-Sensitive_Sun-Glasses-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Blue-Lizard-CA-Sensitive_Sun-Glasses-2048x2048.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Blue-Lizard-CA-Sensitive_Sun-Glasses-650x650.jpg 650w, https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Blue-Lizard-CA-Sensitive_Sun-Glasses-1300x1300.jpg 1300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 399px) 100vw, 399px\" \/><\/a>This myth is particularly harmful because it suggests that only people with lighter skin tones are at risk of sun damage.<\/p>\n<p>While melanin in darker skin does provide some natural protection, it&#8217;s not a complete safeguard against the sun&#8217;s harmful effects.<\/p>\n<p>Sun exposure can cause skin cancer and premature aging in people of all skin tones. Everyone, regardless of skin color, should use sunscreen to help protect against UV radiation.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>MYTH FOUR: Sunlight Doesn\u2019t Penetrate Through Windows<\/h2>\n<p>Is your idea of heaven popping down on the couch in a nice, sunny spot and reading for a few hours? If it is, did you realize you really should apply sunscreen if you\u2019re going to do that?<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/blog-well.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Blue-Lizard-CA-Sensitive_Daisy-Field-scaled.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-56729 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/blog-well.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Blue-Lizard-CA-Sensitive_Daisy-Field-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"237\" height=\"237\" srcset=\"https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Blue-Lizard-CA-Sensitive_Daisy-Field-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Blue-Lizard-CA-Sensitive_Daisy-Field-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Blue-Lizard-CA-Sensitive_Daisy-Field-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Blue-Lizard-CA-Sensitive_Daisy-Field-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Blue-Lizard-CA-Sensitive_Daisy-Field-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Blue-Lizard-CA-Sensitive_Daisy-Field-2048x2048.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Blue-Lizard-CA-Sensitive_Daisy-Field-650x650.jpg 650w, https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Blue-Lizard-CA-Sensitive_Daisy-Field-1300x1300.jpg 1300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 237px) 100vw, 237px\" \/><\/a>Many people believe that if they&#8217;re indoors or in a car, then they&#8217;re fully protected from the sun.<\/p>\n<p>However, while glass can block UVB rays, UVA rays still penetrate windows, contributing to skin aging and increasing the risk of skin cancer.<\/p>\n<p>If you spend significant time near windows at home, in the office, or in a car, applying sunscreen can provide an essential layer of protection against these penetrating rays.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>For effective protection, use a broad-spectrum sunscreen like <a href=\"https:\/\/well.ca\/products\/blue-lizard-mineral-sunscreen-lotion_205539.html\">Blue Lizard Sensitive Mineral SPF 50+ Lotion<\/a>. Remember that no sunscreen can block 100% of UV rays, and reapplication is key.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/section>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Think you know everything there is to know about sunscreen? Think again! There are tons of myths out there that could be tricking you into making some not-so-great choices for your skin. Don&#8217;t worry, though; we&#8217;re here for myth-busting. 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