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All about sun

"We love the sun. But we also know that sun protection is very important nowadays,” says Marcel Schnyder Head of Global Technical Center Sun Care in Grenzach. With the microsite, BASF wants to raise awareness for the importance of sun care.

We describe UV filters, skin types and the light spectrum and take a closer look at the sun's rays. Find everything worth knowing about the sun and useful tips on how to protect yourself.

With one or the other article, your anticipation for the next vacation will probably increase.

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    Sun protection

    Without consistent sun protection, there is a risk of significant health damage. Modern products are very effective and also feel good. Everything you need to know about using sunscreen and applying it the right way.

  • 02

    Sunlight

    Every day the sun rises — nothing seems more normal to us. Unimaginable forces are at play. Without them, life would not be possible. Join us on an exciting journey to this cosmic superpower house.

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    Skin and skin types

    The skin is our largest and most versatile organ. UV radiation is its natural enemy, if there is too much exposure. Everything you need to know about skin types, invisible threats and how to protect yourself.

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    Ask our experts

    How much sunscreen do I need to use? Can sunscreen go bad? How do UV filters work? What does sun protection have to do with playing golf? Our experts will answer these questions and more.

What’s new?

  • Sun protection

    Absorption is the key factor in UV protection

    The topic of sun protection is shrouded in countless myths and misinformation – even today. This is especially the case for filter labelling and how they products work.

  • Sunlight

    Vitamin D – When the sun gets under your skin

    Everyone is talking about it: vitamin D. Why? Let’s take a quick look at this sunshine hormone.

  • Ask our experts

    Heat from sunrays equals sunburn. Right?

    You might think that when sunrays feel especially hot, they are responsible for the feared sunburn. This is a misconception. Prof. Dr. Bernd Herzog explains why.

  • Ask our experts

    Why is sun protection so important?

    In the past, sunscreens were only used to prevent sunburns. We now know so much more about the risks from UV radiation. Sun protection protects much more than just a sunburn.

  • Ask our experts

    Are “beautiful” suntans really healthy?

    Who wouldn’t want to come home from vacation rejuvinated and with a nice suntan. But is golden brown skin a sign of health? The answer isn’t that easy. Our expert Myriam explains why.

Our Highlights

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Sunscreen Simulator

The Sunscreen Simulator is the industry standard for calculating SPF. The digital lab with cost-effective in silico testings and immediate live calculations to check photostability as well as UVA-protection indices and SPF. Read more at BASF’s Care Creations®

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How to protect yourself the right way

Whoever knows their skin type, can plan their time in the sun better, whether they use sunscreen or not. However, it’s not easy to figure out which skin type you have.

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