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The sun and skateboarding… take the test

Be careful and protect your skin from the sun . 40 to 60 – You are at increased risk for skin cancer. Pick up tips on sun protection . 10 – 30 – You are still at risk. Carry on being careful. Source: Canadian Dermatology Association … During which months do I need to take sun safety precautions? The sun ’s radiation is strongest during the summer months. However, you should protect yourself from early spring right through to the fall.People often get sunburns in late April … Continue reading

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Safety of Micronized Zinc Sunscreens

The concern that microfine zinc sunscreens could do more harm than good was raised more than a decade ago. Subsequent studies have shown that micronized zinc can pass through the skin in areas affected by acne, sunburn , eczema or shaving. … For daily face, neck, ear and hand protection against photodamage (skin cancer, wrinkles, dark blotches/hyperpigmentation, freckles, leathery skin texture, yellowed colouring and a loss of elasticity), micronized dimethicone zinc … Continue reading

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5 Tips On How To Protect Your Child From The Sun

Be certain that you supervise how long your child stays out in the sun . Although sunscreens provide some protection from the sun , it does not completely eliminate damage that can be caused due to overexposure. … Although sunburns are common during summer, heat related illnesses can also occur when your child does not take in enough fluids. Have your child avoid beverages containing caffeine because it can increase the body’s fluid needs. Strenuous physical activities … Continue reading

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Good advice for good health

Wear the right sunscreen every day. Use products labeled for broad-spectrum protection — to help block ultraviolet A (UVA) and ultraviolet B (UVB) rays — and with a minimum sun protection factor (SPF) of 30. … Certain medications and the sun don’t mix. Some antibiotics, for instance, increase the skin’s sensitivity to the sun , making you more prone to sunburn . Ask a doctor or pharmacist for help and read directions and warnings carefully on all medications you take. … Continue reading

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Health News

Wear the right sunscreen every day. Use products labeled for broad-spectrum protection — to help block ultraviolet A (UVA) and ultraviolet B (UVB) rays — and with a minimum sun protection factor (SPF) of 30. … Certain medications and the sun don’t mix. Some antibiotics, for instance, increase the skin’s sensitivity to the sun , making you more prone to sunburn . Ask a doctor or pharmacist for help and read directions and warnings carefully on all medications you take. … Continue reading

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It’s Party Time! « Live In Our Skinz!

You can expect to receive newsletters from us about once a month and our goal is to bring you all the latest and greatest sun – safety information possible; whether that be in the form of the best sun screen lotion we’ve found on the market or what the latest medical statistics are saying … Tags: chemical-free, giveaway, melanoma, Prevention, protection , skin cancer, sun protection , sunburn , sunscreen , swim shirt, Ultimate Blog Party, uv protection , uv skinz, Vacation. … Continue reading

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Burning Issue: Skin Cancer Increasing for Men who Shun Sun Protect

Protective clothing is the best way to guard against skin cancer, and fashion conscious guys don’t have to sacrifice style for sun safety at The Beach Factory.” The company’s collection offers products with a tested UPF50+ protection … Continue reading

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