Sun and Skin

We all know we need to protector skin from the sun's harmful rays. Of course. it's impossible to avoid the sun _ who wants to hide indoors when it feels so great to get outside? and the sun's not all bad . anyway:sunlight helps our bodies create vitamin D.so follow these tips when you'reoutdoors to help manage sun exposure:

Wear sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) of at least 15. even if it's cloudy or you don't plan on  spending a lot of time outdoors.If you sweat a lot or go swimming . reapply sunscreen every  1to2 hours (even if the bottle say the sunscreen is waterproof)

Choose sunscreen that blocks both UVB rays , Look for the words "broad spectrum protection"  or UVA  protection in addition to the SPF of 15 or greator. Selecta sunscreen that says "nonavnegenic" or "noncomedogenic" on the label to help keep pores clear.

The sun's rays are strongest between 10:00 AM abd 4:00 PM . so reapply sunscreen frequently and take breaks indoors i you can, if your shadow is longer than you are tall.it's a safer time to be in the sun (you should still wear sunscreen .thought).

Apply more sunscreen (with higher SPF) when you're around reflective surfaces like water , snow or ice .

We all know that the sun can damage skin , but did you know it can cintribute to eye problems too?
protect your face and eyes with a hat and sunglasses that provide 100% UV protection .

Some medications , such as rescription acne medications,can increase your sensitivity to the sun (and to tanning beds).So if you're taking medication , increase your sun protection.

if you want the glow of a tan , try faking it with self tanners. Avoid tanning beds. They still contain some of the same harmful UV rays as the sun...