The dangers that the sun's radiation pose have become common knowledge in recent years, although the development of lotions and creams with sun protection factors (SPF) has allowed us to venture into the sun with a sense of security and serenity.
Unfortunately they don't provide full protection and often are not used efficiently.
To truly benefit from sunscreens, they should be used in conjunction with other sun protection measures.
Exposure to the sun's rays happens year round, and the Australian Skin and Cancer Foundation statistics have shown that more people get sunburned on cooler days as compared to hotter times of the year.
This is because on hot days, they seek out the shade and are aware of the dangers of sun's radiation.
The challenge is that ultraviolet (UV) rays are invisible and can't be felt when they are absorbed by the skin.
While some UV radiation is required by the skin to synthesize vitamin D, excess radiation leads to skin damage.
Repetitive skin damage, especially on susceptible skin, can lead to the development of skin cancer.
Most skins cancers are preventable with proper sun protection.
Understanding what times of day to avoid the sun, just before and just after high noon, is a preliminary step in protective care.
The next step, in addition to applying sunscreen, should be wearing broad brimmed caps or hats and sunglasses that offer suitable shields against UV radiation.
Be sure to invest in a pair of sunglasses that carries an appropriate Eye Protection Factor (EPF) rate.
The EPF rate goes from 1 to 10, with the rating of ten offering the highest protection.
With the head, neck and face protected, sun protective clothing comes next.
Loose fitting clothing that offers good body coverage, covering the arms and legs as well, will offer some measure of protection and comfort.
Most summer fabrics have low Ultraviolet Protection Factors (UPF), and they simply do not provide enough protection against the sun's radiation because most UV rays bypass the fabric and still hit the skin.
For true protection from UV rays, specialized sun protective swimwear is available with high UPF ratings.
This clothing can offer up to 98-99% coverage from the sun and it is still available in stylish and comfortable designs.
Skin cancer can affect anyone, and it is largely preventable if you ensure that you are dressed properly for the sun! Just keep all of these tips in mind, and your skin will have all of the protection it needs.
Unfortunately they don't provide full protection and often are not used efficiently.
To truly benefit from sunscreens, they should be used in conjunction with other sun protection measures.
Exposure to the sun's rays happens year round, and the Australian Skin and Cancer Foundation statistics have shown that more people get sunburned on cooler days as compared to hotter times of the year.
This is because on hot days, they seek out the shade and are aware of the dangers of sun's radiation.
The challenge is that ultraviolet (UV) rays are invisible and can't be felt when they are absorbed by the skin.
While some UV radiation is required by the skin to synthesize vitamin D, excess radiation leads to skin damage.
Repetitive skin damage, especially on susceptible skin, can lead to the development of skin cancer.
Most skins cancers are preventable with proper sun protection.
Understanding what times of day to avoid the sun, just before and just after high noon, is a preliminary step in protective care.
The next step, in addition to applying sunscreen, should be wearing broad brimmed caps or hats and sunglasses that offer suitable shields against UV radiation.
Be sure to invest in a pair of sunglasses that carries an appropriate Eye Protection Factor (EPF) rate.
The EPF rate goes from 1 to 10, with the rating of ten offering the highest protection.
With the head, neck and face protected, sun protective clothing comes next.
Loose fitting clothing that offers good body coverage, covering the arms and legs as well, will offer some measure of protection and comfort.
Most summer fabrics have low Ultraviolet Protection Factors (UPF), and they simply do not provide enough protection against the sun's radiation because most UV rays bypass the fabric and still hit the skin.
For true protection from UV rays, specialized sun protective swimwear is available with high UPF ratings.
This clothing can offer up to 98-99% coverage from the sun and it is still available in stylish and comfortable designs.
Skin cancer can affect anyone, and it is largely preventable if you ensure that you are dressed properly for the sun! Just keep all of these tips in mind, and your skin will have all of the protection it needs.