Sun
Protection All Year Round? YES!
Many would only think to protect themselves against the sun
during the summer months. Not so! Sun protection is also necessary
in the winter months, whether you're vacationing to a sunny
spot like the Caribbean or just staying at home in New York.
Technically, sunburn is simply an inflammatory response from
our skin to harmful UVB rays of the sun when it is overexposed.
Our skin produces a pigment called melanin to protect us from
harmful rays. Over time, our skin's pigment producing cells
become damaged and permanently produce excess melanin. This
excess melanin will cause pigmentation in the form of unsightly
brown spots. In the long-term, over exposure to the sun can
cause wrinkles and pre-mature aging.
It can also cause skin cancer.
That is why it is very important to use sun protection.
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When out in the sun, act sensibly and
follow some guidelines for sun protection:
Try to avoid the sun during
10am to 4pm. That's when the sun's rays are the strongest.
Sunblocks and sunscreens should be applied
and reapplied when you're exercising or playing sports in
the sun.
Apply sunscreen even on
cloudy days.
Protective
clothing is also another method of shielding yourself from
the sun. Caps and light-colored T-shirts are especially
important. For kids, protect them from the sun completely.
Know your skin - no matter
what your skin type is (fair or dark), tanning should be
done in a progressive manner. Always take it easy during
the first few days of sun exposure. And remember, the fairer
your complexion, the more slowly you should increase your
exposure time to the sun.
Stay out of the sun if
you are taking medication that contain photosensitizing
mixtures or on skin treatment programs.
If you experience a sunburn,
especially a painful burn, consult a doctor immediately.
Fortunately, skin cancer due to sun exposure can be a preventive
measure. Practice sun protection. Don't limit protection to
just the summer months - it should be an all-year round habit.
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Sun
Protection All Year Round? YES!
