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SPF: Sun Protection Factor. SPF measures the UVB protection of a sunscreen. (You can assume that UVA protection holds strong, while UVB defense wavers.) Unprotected skin takes 20 minutes to redden and burn in the sun, so an SPF 15 sunscreen or moisturizer will extend that 15 times longer, or roughly 5 hours. (You should play it safe and reapply after 2-3 hours, though.) They also explain it in terms of percentages, which explains why you might experience more of a skin tan using SPF 15 than SPF 30: SPF 15 blocks about 93 percent of UVB rays during this time. SPF 30 doesn’t block double the rays; it simply ups the ante to 97 percent, whereas SPF 50 takes it to 98 percent. UVB is the chief culprit behind sunburn, while UVA rays, which penetrate the skin more deeply, are associated with wrinkling, leathering, sagging, and other light-induced effects of aging (photoaging).UVA: Ultraviolet “A” rays can penetrate deep into the skin. This leads to premature aging, or “photoaging” — fine line

The second toner I've introduced in my stash is the Dickinson witch hazel toner.  I opted for it as a back up to clearing acne when I don't want to use any chemical exfoliating product.  It's quite drying and added to the Neutrogena Acne Stress Control Toner, you get double impact. 

Getting a grasp of chemical exfoliating entails understanding which one is suitable for your skin condition and of course, how each will impact your skin.  Which one is your favorite?  I love Cosrx BHA power liquid toner and The Ordinary Glycolic Toning Solution. I've used The Ordinary Lactic Acid which is also amazing. I'll be getting the 5% to use very soon. 

Neutrogena is a popular brand and I've jumped on the bandwagon too by trying the Acne Stress control. I love the Cosrx BHA power liquid toner and it will always be my favorite but I want to give other products a chance.  I've been breaking out for almost a week now and because I haven't used any chemical exfoliating products, I decided to use this chance to test the toner. After washing the face, I poured out the toner on cotton pad and swept my face with it. I allowed about 45 minutes before using Life Flo Rosehip oil. I loved the dryness I had on the face when I was applying the oil as that meant the skin had absorbed the toner.  The Acne Stress Control toner has fragrance and that's the one thing I don't fancy in toners.  I've had a lot of pregnant women asking for products to treat their skin therfore I'll be paying attention to these questions. In the meantime,  I'm still looking out for friendly pregnancy products to create a post for my pregnant r