Category Archives: Sun Protection
Stylish Sun Safety
Despite your best intentions, chances are that you have overdone it in the sun on at least one occasion. It can be easy to lose track of time when you’re engaging in an activity that you truly enjoy. SpaFinder’s “I … Continue reading
All About Sunscreen
By now, you know that you need to wear sunscreen to protect yourself from the sun. How to choose the appropriate sunscreen and how to properly apply it, however, are not as intuitive as you might think! Find out how to shop wisely and lather it on to guarantee optimum sun protection. Continue reading
To tan or not to tan?
As the winter season draws nearer, people everywhere are renewing tanning memberships. But before you go after that sun-kissed glow by visiting a tanning booth, remember that research has linked tanning bed use to basal cell and squamous cell carcinoma, as well as to an increased risk of melanoma. Continue reading
Be Safe & Smart in the Sun: A sun safety checklist
Learn how to enjoy spending time outdoors safely with these handy sun safety tips! Continue reading
Sun + skin = A burn, a tan, and then some…
What effect does cumulative sun exposure have on your appearance? You may be surprised to find out that some of the dots, spots, and blemishes on your skin may be caused by sun…and that they won’t all fade along with your tan. Continue reading
UV and Your Skin
Many people engage in a love-hate relationship with the sun. In the North, the sun is often welcomed after a long, cold winter. Some people claim that the sun lifts their spirits. For some, it is a matter of appearance: they prefer tanned skin to a pale complexion. For others, it is a matter of outdoor interests: they spend time in the sun engaging in a number of activities. At the same time, everyone knows that the sun causes skin damage, wrinkling, and, perhaps most alarming, fatal skin cancers. Regardless of your motivation for staying in or out of the sun, we think that it is important for you to know the science behind what effect the sun has on your skin. Continue reading