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Sensible Sun Exposure
While UV-B rays cause sunburn , UV-A rays penetrate deeper into the skin, lowering our resistance to skin cancers and causing skin to age. The SPF number or Sun Protection Factor on sunscreens refers only to UV-B protection . … Public interest groups are currently asking the FDA to declare all currently available sunscreen products with nanoparticles a potential hazard to public health. Until complete safety -assessments are made, I recommend steering clear of products … Continue reading
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Is Your Sunscreen Killing You?
UVB is the UV ray that is primarily responsible for sunburn . It also simulates the body’s production of Vitamin B, melanin, which protects human skin from sun damage, and Melanocyte Stimulating Hormone (MSH), an important hormone in … in the sun longer without providing any additional protection . The Green Mama’s advice on sun safety . The information is scary and the science inconclusive, but there are some take-aways from what we know about sunscreen , sun exposure, … Continue reading
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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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Seen on TV?
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 … Continue reading
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Sundicator, the free sun protection tool
Sunny days are coming now. For most of us there will be plenty of time to spend outdoors, on the beach, in the garden, walking and biking in the city or in the mountains, golfing on the green… And we … Continue reading
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We Hail Thee! O Sunscreen
Tan, sunburn , aging, acne and skin cancer are all the results f getting exposed to the rays. In fact most of us are only concerned about tan protection and sunburn , which are caused by UVB. But the more dangerous is the UVA. … If offers a broad spectrum protection . CAPITAL SOLEIL sun care products from Vichy Laboratories cover a wide spectrum of UVA and UVB rays to guarantee optimal protection . When out for long in the sun wear sunscreen with SPF between 30 and 50,” he … Continue reading
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Healthy Children: Summer safety (part 2): Practice safe sun!
2/3 of UV rays penetrate clouds and can cause unexpected sunburns . The “SPF” ( sun protection factor) on sunscreens estimates how well the UV rays are blocked from reaching the skin. A factor of “15″ means that sun exposure of 15 minutes is equivalent … Play in the shade. Bring an umbrella or pop-up tent along to avoid direct sun . No sunbathing ! Remember: tan skin is damaged skin. Use sunscreen liberally. There is no evidence at all that sunscreen is harmful to children. … Continue reading
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