Tagged ‘Sun Protection’
What Can We Really Do For Aging Skin
First we need to know what happens when our skin ages. Most skin aging is photoaging. In other words, it is due to sun damage acquired throughout life. On your own body you can easily see the effect of photoaging if you compare exposed to adjacent non-exposed areas, e.g. buttock or breast skin with nearby leg or chest skin that has had more sun exposure. Chronic sun damage probably accounts for... More »
The Basics Of Sunscreen Protection
It is the ultraviolet B component of sunlight that is the most harmful, particularly in the causation of sunburn and skin cancer. Usually UVB is principally found in the midday summer sun, and hence protection from the sun is advised between the hours of 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., or 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. with daylight saving. You should observe a 'solar curfew' at this time, if possible. Maximal amounts... More »
