Long-awaited sunny days, incredible energy and stimulation for the production of vitamin D, which:

• is essential for maintaining normal bone structure,
• controls the absorption of calcium from the intestine and helps regulate its metabolism,
• prevents rickets in children and bone demineralisation in adults,
• positive effect on muscle cells,
• increases efficiency and performance,
• has an impact on hair growth and skin condition.

So let's expose ourselves to the sun and stimulate the natural synthesis of vitamin D.

There is also the 'dark side of the sun' - that is, UV radiation, which is divided into 2 types.

UVA radiation accounts for 95% of the solar UV radiation that reaches the earth. UVA rays have the ability to penetrate clouds, glass and human skin, penetrating the deep layers of the epidermis to reach the cells of the dermis. This causes photo-ageing of the skin and can be responsible for cancerous changes

UVB radiation is 5% of UV radiation. Its intensity is strongest in summer, especially during the hours of maximum sunshine. It is blocked by glass and clouds, but also penetrates the skin through the epidermis and is responsible for the tanning of the skin, as well as the soreness after tanning, burns, and cancerous lesions.

As you can see, sunbathing and exposing the skin to UV radiation has quite a few disadvantages....

Repeated exposure to UV radiation without adequate protection is dangerous for the skin. The result is photoageing, which is characterised by thickening of the epidermis, roughening of the skin, wrinkles and furrows. Pigmentary changes can occur - hyperpigmentation and discolouration.

Photoprotection is key! Handy lab products contain SPF 20 and sea buckthorn, which acts as a natural UVA and UVB blocker. Handy Lab products contain SPF 20 filters and sea buckthorn, which acts as a natural blocker of UVA and UVB rays. Our brand philosophy is to protect the skin, which is why every product that comes out of the lab has SPF filters.

Let's enjoy the sun wisely and responsibly with Handy Lab!