Archive for the ‘Suncare News’ Category
On the BRIGHT SIDE … TanToday
Written by suNNy on 24 June 2010 – 22:01 -
Fast-forward to the mid-20th century, when the link between the sun and skin problems became apparent, bringing about the demise of unprotected sunbathing . High-intensity sunscreens emerged in the 1980s, and their use has increased ever since. …. Indeed, some studies have raised concerns about these chemicals’ safety : A 2001 study conducted by the Norwegian Radiation Protection Authority suggested that octyl-methoxycinnamate may damage skin cells. …
Tags: skin problems, sun care
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Seen on TV?
Written by suNNy on 3 June 2010 – 8:01 -Sun protection is a serious matter. However, some sunscreens do not seem to protect you against the harmful UV-rays of the sun as much as they claim to do. This story reveals some inconvenient truths about sun bathing, sun tanning and the industry behind your favorite sunscreen.
Tags: sun bathing, sun protection, sun tanning, sunscreen, UV-rays
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Jordan Lichman Sunscreen Mist
Written by suNNy on 5 May 2010 – 1:00 -Sunbathers can now avoid the health risks and discomfort associated with inadequate sunscreen coverage. After 4 years of extensive development and field testing, Sunscreen Mist has introduced the Sun Treatment Center. … can also [irritate a rash or sunburn . They also aren’t recommended for spraying on the face. Users can spray the sunscreen in the hands and rub on the face, but consumers may prefer to buy a second sun – protection stick or lotion formulated for faces. …
Tags: sunscreen
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Protecting Your Skin from Sun Damage | Health and Wellness Tips …
Written by suNNy on 25 April 2010 – 19:00 -
The sun can cause severe damage to your skin, causing not only premature aging, but also sunbathing at the beach causing several types of cancer. According to the American Cancer Society, most of the more than 1 million cases of …
Use the right sunscreen . Most sunscreens on the market only offer protection from UVB rays, the UV rays that cause sunburn . However, it is the UVA rays that can wreak havoc deep within the epidermis, causing premature aging and causing …
Tags: premature aging, sun protection, sun-safety, sunbathing
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The Skin You’re In | WBUR and NPR – On Point with Tom Ashbrook
Written by suNNy on 24 April 2010 – 6:01 -I did achieve a glorious tan but I also got several sunburns . Was I crazy, or what? I haven’t had to have any pre or cancerous lesions removed, but I do have sun damaged skin now. Now I slather on the sunscreen and wear a hat whenever I’m in the sun . Lesson learned. …. Had I been counseled as a young person on the dangers of the sun , nor been misled by the supposed protection of sunscreen , I would have much healthier and more beautiful skin as an adult. …
Tags: sunburn, sunscreen
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Sun Safety – TheSite.org
Written by suNNy on 2 April 2010 – 16:00 -The guide to sensible sun safety to keep you protected from sunburn , sunstroke, dehydration, premature ageing and many other things. Understand what sun safety is and how you can have more fun in the sun through the information, … cream still stops the skin from burning, encouraging sunbathers to stay in the sun for longer. For best protection they recommend using a broad spectrum sunscreen with maximum UVA protection , and limiting your time in the sun to short periods. …
Tags: sun stroke, sun-safety
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Sun Awareness Week – Survey Results Released
Written by suNNy on 16 February 2010 – 22:01 -Pale skinned people who are most at risk of skin cancer are ignoring sun safety advice, according to research released today to launch Sun Awareness Week 2009. … of the need to check the skin for cancer, and their choice of sun protection products. Skin types. The survey revealed that less than half (45%) of people with skin type 1 or 2 – pale skin which easily sunburns and is at the greatest risk of skin cancer – always use a sunscreen when out in the sun . …
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