Sunscreen
11-24-09
By: Ellis Brown
Being Smart in the Sun When planning for a trip in the sun, you should always come prepared with the right supplies. The first thing you will probably think of is going to be sunscreen. While shopping for sunscreen, seek sunscreen that has things such as "Broad Spectrum" or "Very Water Resistant" on the front label. You should also buy a sunscreen that has a 15 SPF or higher to ensure proper protection. You should also always have eye protection. Always wear sunglasses or a hat; you can't put sunscreen on your eyes! As an alternative to sunscreen, you can also purchase sun protective clothing. When purchasing sun protective clothing, look for items that have 50 UPF; these have the best protection. Just remember, if you wear sun protective clothing, you should still wear sun screen!
the heat. You should limit your time in the sun; especially during the times of 10 am and 4 pm. Lay out in the sun for twenty minutes so that you absorb your much needed vitamin-D before you apply your sunscreen. Always remember to reapply every 2 hours to maintain proper protection. If you start to develop a sunburn, you should wear sunscreen, and stay in the shade. Never get a base tan at a tanning booth. You may get a small jumpNow that you have all of your supplies, you should start on your tan, but it is learn some techniques to keep your skin from frying in
Inside this issue:
The Effects of the Sun
Being Smart in the Sun
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The Effects of the Sun
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How Sunscreen Works
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Sunscreen Labeling
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Should You Wear Sunscreen?
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Sun Protective Clothing
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Other
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Exposure to the sun can be very dangerous. Some of the major effects of prolonged exposure to the sun include sunburn, skin cancer, untimely aging of the skin, eye damage, and many others. These effects can be very dangerous to your health and should take precaution so as not to develop these effects.
Melanoma is a type of skin cancer that is one of the most common and most deadly of all skin cancers. On Average; 8,000 people in America die of melanoma every year, and sadly, the rate of new cases per year is rising. Statistics by The Baton Rouge Clinic AMC
pretty much just feeding you harmful UV radiation. If you think and follow a smart set of guidelines, you should stay healthy on your next vacation to the sun.
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