Ways to Prevent Sun Damage

You need to protect yourself from the sun for health reasons. You could get skin cancer from too much sun. Even of you're savvy about using sunscreen, it may not be enough to ward off cancer and wrinkles.

A daily mosturizer with broad spectrum SPF 15 or higher protects you from casual exposure. If you are afraid of pimples, relax. Neither mineral blockers like zinc oxide nor chemical sunscreens such as avobenzone clog pores. The latter may be irritating, however, so for sensitive skin, use a moisturizer with minerals.

Tanning beds has a spot on the government's list of cancer causes. It is listed as a known cause for carcinogen by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. There is no such thing as a safe bed or safe tan. It is not good for you. Go to any pharmacy or Walmart and buy some self -tanning lotion. It is a safer way than to tan in a bed or booth.

If you swim or sweat, opt for waterproof formulas, their polymers create an invisible film that helps ingredients stay put. No product is resistant to toweling off, so reapply after a dip or swear session.

Smart Ways to Prevent Sun Damage

· Avoid the midday sun as much as possible. Damaging ultraviolet (UV) rays are most dangerous from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
· Apply a sunscreen with a Sun Protection Factor (SPF) of at least 15 to all exposed areas of the body. (Note: children under six months of age should never have sunscreen applied to their skin, but should avoid the sun.)
· Wear clothing that covers the body and shades the face. Several clothing manufacturers now make clothes that help protect wearers from UV radiation.

Remember that the sun is just as damaging toblack skin, even if it takes longer to do its dirty work. And although African Americans are less likely to get skin cancerthan Caucasians, they're more likely to die from it because it's usually detected at an advanced stage. A likely reason: Many people believe black skin is safe. Regardless of skin tone, protect yourself and watch out for suspicious spots. Although anyone can get skin cancer, the risk is greatest for people who have fair or freckled skin that burns easily, light eyes and blond or red hair. Darker skinned individuals are also susceptible to all types of skin cancer, although their risk is substantially lower.

Everyone loves heading out to the beach on them nice hot days and get a nice tan but it can be deadly if you go too much. You could develop sun spots so you need to make sure you check your body in the mirror on your back and front. If you do than see a doctor right away. Skin cancer is diagnosed only by performing a biopsy. This involves taking a sample of the tissue, which is then placed under a microscope and examined by a dermatopathologist, or doctor who specializes in examining skin cells. Sometimes a biopsy can remove all of the cancer tissue and no further treatment is needed.