With the sun's rays beckoning us outdoors, it’s more important than ever to discuss skin safety. Whether you're planning a beach vacation or just...
Skin and the Sun: Safe Practices for Sun Protection
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FAQ About Sunscreen
Sunscreen is an important part of sun safety. Today, we’ll be breaking down the basics of sunscreen by answering some FAQs.
Choosing the Right Sunscreen
Who else is enjoying the summer sun? Here are some tips for when it comes to choosing the right sunscreen for you…
Is There a “Healthy” Tan?
If you like the way you look with tanned skin, you’re far from alone. A countless number of people spend their free time basking in the sun or baking in tanning beds so they can achieve the look they want. Some even claim that tanning is safer and healthier than having pale skin. As much as people want to believe that, there is no such thing as a “healthy” tan. Dermatologists agree that tanning with natural or artificial sunlight is not safe.
Types of Sunburn
You’ve been outside in the sun or spent too long in the tanning bed, and realized you have a sunburn. It’s bothersome, but does it require medical attention or special at-home care? That depends on the type of sunburn you have. Like other burns, sunburns are classified by degrees. The necessary treatment depends on the degree of sunburn you have. Learn about the types of sunburns and remember that all sunburns can damage your skin. A sunburn doesn’t have to be “severe” to cause significant damage.
Differences Between the SPF Levels
During the winter months, the weather gets colder and the humidity drops. This means that your skin loses moisture and can get dry or painful. If you do not know how to keep your skin soft and moisturized during this time, you could even end up with cracks or scabs in your skin. If you struggle to keep your skin moisturized, or with dry skin in general, here are some of the top ways of keeping your skin healthy during the winter.
Teaching Sun Safety to Kids
Teaching sun safety to kids is vital for their lifelong health and happiness. Sun safety is essential for preventing skin cancer and other conditions with potentially severe consequences. Avoiding these issues is the number one reason to know sun safety practices and teach them to your children.
5 Skin Tips for the Winter Months
During the winter months, the weather gets colder and the humidity drops. This means that your skin loses moisture and can get dry or painful. If you do not know how to keep your skin soft and moisturized during this time, you could even end up with cracks or scabs in your skin. If you struggle to keep your skin moisturized, or with dry skin in general, here are some of the top ways of keeping your skin healthy during the winter.
Eczema Outbreaks
It is not entirely known what causes the condition, although it is believed that environmental factors can play a role in causing outbreaks. The underlying causes of eczema are not treatable. However, by avoiding certain triggers, you may be able to reduce the number of outbreaks that you get. Here are a few foods that you should avoid if you have eczema.