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Sun Protection – Are You Protected From Harmful Rays?

Sunshine Safety Tips. Protect Your Skin From Sun Damage. Sun Protection – Are You Protected From Harmful Rays? August 3, 2009 | By admin | No Comments ». Summertime in your country ordinarily means lots of sunbathing , Sun Tanning, beach activities, or simply sitting by your pool but … Under the current sun protection levels provided on the sides of the sunscreen bottles, this shows us the protection the sunscreens provide from UVB rays, which can cause sunburn . … Continue reading

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What is the UV index, and why you should care…

To help reduce the sun’s harmful effects, try reducing sun exposure between 10 am – 4 pm, applying sunscreen with SPF 15 or higher every 2 hours when outside, wearing sunglasses with UV–A and UV–B protection , wearing a wide-brimmed hat, and using lip balm with SPF 15 or higher. … Sunburn indicates over exposure to UV-light and actually damages the skin, leaving it inflamed (as indicated by the skin’s red coloring and sensitivity), dry, chapped and visibly unappealing. … Continue reading

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