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My Summer GUIDE 2019
HEALTH & WELLNESS REAL ESTATE
BE SKIN SENSIBLE THIS SUMMER • •
apply sunscreen and lip balm 30 minutes before going out (remember areas such as your head, neck, ears and feet) re-apply sunscreen every two hours and after swimming.
Sunburn irst aid • if you have sunburn, get out and stay out of the sun • sponge sore skin with cool water and apply after sun • wear lightweight, loose clothes to avoid irritating the skin • drink lots of luids • relieve pain with ibuprofen or paracetamol • get medical advice if you feel unwell, or if the skin blisters
Spending time in the sun is good for your health as it provides essential vitamin D. It’s pleasant to enjoy the sunshine, but too much exposure and heat can be dangerous. It is therefore important to know how to take care of yourself when outside during the summer holidays. Everyone is at risk of sun damage, but certain groups are particularly vulnerable, particularly those with fair hair and skin, babies and children, outdoor workers, and people with a family history of skin cancer. Even a small amount of exposure to the sun can be damaging. It’s vital that all of us take the necessary steps to protect ourselves and our loved ones, and actively reduce the risks of skin cancer. Be UV-aware UV levels vary with the seasons and time of day, but when it is three or above you need to protect your skin and eyes. We are also exposed to UV rays on overcast days. Avoiding sunburn Sunburn can be very unpleasant and may cause long-term skin damage. Just one episode of sunburn, especially in childhood, can double the lifetime risk of malignant melanoma. By following some simple steps, you can help protect yourself against the sun’s harmful UV rays: • seek shade when the sun is at its strongest (11:00 and 15:00) • cover-up with sunglasses and hat • wear sunglasses that have close to a 100% UV protection • use sunscreen with a minimum sun protection factor of 15
Find the right SPF for your skin The sun protection factor (SPF) determines how efectively and how long a sun cream will protect your skin. Find the best suitable sun protection factor for your skin type. This is determined by the amount of time the skin can be exposed to the sun without getting sunburn. Depending on your skin type, location and the time of year, this is ive to 30 minutes on average. A high sun protection factor (SPF) extends the pleasure of sunbathing and ensures you get a healthy tan. SPFs are broken down into these levels: low (6–10), medium (15–25), high (30–50) and very high (50+). Visit www.nivea.co.za/advice/sun/which-sun-protectionfactor-do-i-need-104 for more information on what SPF you should be using. Not only do we have to worry about skin damage, but we also need to look after our bodies during hot weather. Extreme heat can damage your health, or even be fatal. You may get dehydrated and your body may overheat, which can lead to heat exhaustion or heat stroke, both of which need urgent treatment. If you think you have heat exhaustion, move somewhere cool if possible and drink plenty of water. Take a lukewarm shower or sponge yourself down with cold water. Symptoms of heat exhaustion include headache, dizziness, nausea and vomiting, muscle weakness or cramps and high temperature. If heat exhaustion is untreated, it could develop into heatstroke. Heatstroke can also occur suddenly and without any warning. Symptoms of heatstroke include headache, nausea, intense
Pets can also sufer heatstroke if they don’t keep cool. Make sure they have plenty of clean, fresh, water to drink and a cool, shady place to rest.
thirst, sleepiness, a sudden rise in temperature, confusion, aggression, convulsions, loss of consciousness and hot, red, dry skin. If you have these symptoms during a heatwave, rest for a few hours, keep cool and drink water. If the symptoms don’t go away or get worse, seek medical advice. Prevent heat exhaustion or heat stroke by: Keeping out of the heat • plan your day so that you can try stay out of the heat • avoid going out during the hottest part of the day • avoid strenuous outdoor activity • if you have to go out stay in the shade and wear a hat and loose-itting cotton clothes • if you are outside, take plenty of water with • don't leave babies, children or animals alone in a parked car Staying cool • stay inside in the coolest rooms in your home • close the curtains in rooms that get a lot of sun • take cool showers or baths and splash yourself several times a day with cold water Staying hydrated • drink regularly even if you aren't feel thirsty – water or fruit juice are best • avoid alcohol, tea and cofee as these can cause dehydration • eat cold foods such as salads and fruit • If you, or a loved one, develops heatstroke, get to the hospital as soon as possible. While waiting to get to the hospital you can try move to somewhere cooler; increase ventilation by opening windows or using a fan; cool down as quickly as possible by loosening clothes, sprinkling with cold water or wrapping up in a damp sheet; if conscious, drink water; don't give/take aspirin or paracetamol.\ Sources: www.careinthesun.org, www.nidirect.gov.uk/ and www.nivea.co.za.
HAPPY HOLIDAYS, BEFRIEND THE SUN... BUT DO SO RESPONSIBLY Thank you to our loyal customers for their support this year and welcome to our regular and new holiday-makers to Hermanus and the Overstrand. We wish you a blessed festive season and a happy holiday, enjoying the vast pleasantries on ofer in our region. Our pharmacies are open at convenient hours seven day a week for your pharmaceutical, cosmetic and toiletry needs and advice. We also have clinics and ofer an emergency after-hour service on 028 312 4039. While we hope that you will enjoy the weather, a serious reminder that the sun should be enjoyed, but with care. Sunburn can occur within 15 minutes and the damage caused is permanent, irreversible, and adds up with each exposure to the sun. Skin cancer is one of the most common cancers in South Africa, and skin cancer rates in this country are the second-highest in the world. Please follow the recommendations of CANSA to ensure safe sun exposure. Some of these include: • Limit direct sun exposure during midday • Choose a sunscreen with UVA and UVB protection and Sun Protection Factor (SPF) of at least 20 to 50 – and preferably 30 to 50 for fair to very fair skin • Wear a hat with a wide brim that covers the face, neck and ears • wear sunglasses that block UV rays
Select the best SPF for your skin from our vast selection of dermatologically prescribed sunscreen protection products, endorsed by CANSA and the European Colipa Standards.
10% discount in December We stock an exciting range of Emthunzini Hats. Emthunzini is Zulu for 'a place in the shade' and the hats provide the ultimate ultraviolet protection. While being comfortable, fashionable and suitable for the entire family, they have the added beneits of being chic, crushable, washable, adjustable and easily transportable.
