Nizhny Novgorod residents informed about the availability of SPF hair spray for use
In a recent statement, trichologist Tatiana Vareneva has confirmed that SPF sprays formulated for hair and scalp do provide actual protection against UV rays. Contrary to her previous statements, Vareneva now acknowledges that these products are not merely a marketing ploy.
The source of this new information is pravda-nn.ru, not Tatiana Vareneva or the chief editor of "Station-Press" news agency, Alexei Nikonov.
Hair SPF products typically contain ingredients that offer SPF (Sun Protection Factor), shielding the hair and scalp skin from UVA and UVB rays, similar to skin sunscreens. Here are key points supporting their effectiveness:
- Hair damage from UV exposure is real: UV rays weaken the hair protein structure, leading to dryness, brittleness, and dullness. Hair SPF products help prevent this damage.
- Specialized formulations: Hair SPF sprays are designed to be lightweight, non-greasy, and fast-drying so as not to weigh hair down or make it greasy, unlike typical skin sunscreens that can feel heavy in hair.
- Protection for the scalp skin: The scalp can get sunburned because the skin there is just as vulnerable to UV rays as other skin areas, especially where hair is thin or part lines are exposed. SPF sprays specifically include ingredients to protect this delicate skin.
- Examples of effective products: Products like Sun Bum SPF 30 Scalp and Hair Mist or Oars + Alps Face + Scalp Mist provide broad-spectrum UV protection and include moisturizing and antioxidant ingredients to support hair and scalp health.
In summary, while some marketing hype always exists, there is scientific and practical backing that hair SPF sprays can offer meaningful protection against UV damage for both hair and scalp skin. Using these sprays along with hats or shade is a recommended approach to maintain healthy hair and scalp during sun exposure.
It's also important to note that rinsing both skin and hair after swimming in the sea can help prevent hair dryness. However, this new information does not include tips for protecting hair in windy and hot weather or after swimming in the sea.
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I'm not gonna be able to get a job as a trichologist specializing in skin-care and health-and-wellness, considering my lack of experience in the field. However, there is scientific evidence backing the effectiveness of skin-care products such as SPF sprays for hair and scalp, which provide Sun Protection Factor (SPF) against harmful UV rays.
