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It?s no exaggeration to say that the sun is potentially your skin?s worst enemy. In fact, skin cancer, largely caused by unprotected exposure to the sun?s damaging UV rays, is the most prevalent form of cancer in the world, affecting one in five people. And it?s on the rise ? recent studies suggest that depletion of the earth?s ozone layer makes shielding the skin more important than ever.
Not a sun bather, you say? Well, unless you only go out at night, your skin is still bombarded on a daily basis. Driving to work. Walking the dog. Even sitting under indoor lighting. The bottom line ? if the sun is in the sky, sun protection should be on your skin!
Unfortunately, no one is safe from sun-induced skin cancer, but there are several factors that dramatically increase the risk. Anyone who has been sunburned even once before the age of 18 has a dramatically increased risk ? up to 50%! Fair-skinned individuals are the most prone to sun damage, as are people taking medications that contraindicate sun exposure. Speak to a dermatologist immediately if you have a skin lesion that appears suddenly, with asymmetrical appearance, darker edges than center, that changes color, or becomes larger than 1/4 inch (6 mm).
If you?re directly exposed to sunlight, ensuring proper coverage is vital. Recent studies show that it?s better to apply an SPF15 more frequently (every 30 minutes) than it is to use a higher SPF less frequently. It?s also important to keep in mind that a higher SPF doesn?t necessarily mean better coverage. You see, a product?s SPF is calculated based on how much sunscreen it contains. An SPF15 blocks over 90% of the sun?s damaging rays. An SPF45 contains as much as three times the number of sunscreen agents, yet only blocks a few percent more rays.
Also, wearing a wide-brimmed hat when you anticipate long-term exposure is a great way to prevent damage not only to the face, but the neck and ears as well. And we say bring those big, eighties glasses right back into fashion ? larger sunglasses shield the delicate eye area, helping to reduce damage and slow the formation of crow?s feet! Find a form that meets your needs.
Thanks to years of research, even the most sensitized individuals ? often the ones most at risk from the sun ? can get the protection that they need. Using super-fine milled Titanium Dioxide particles reflects the sun?s damaging rays without the need for chemicals.