The sun is not only the Earth's source of light and heat, it provides us with a necessary nutrient, Vitamin D. The sun also poses harmful risks, including UVA and UVB rays, which cause sunburn and can contribute to skin cancer. Kidshealth.org estimates that children receive 50 to 80 percent of their lifetime sun exposure before age 18, which makes it crucial to teach your children how to properly apply sunscreen as early as possible.
Sunscreen is an important part of anti-aging and skin cancer prevention, and it is best utilized by first washing the face with a cleanser. Discover common locations for sunburns on the body with help from a dermatologist in this free video on skin care and sunscreen.
As of October 2010, Porcelena --- a brand of fade cream that is applied to your face at night --- has been on the market for more than 40 years. The cream fades discolorations caused by aging, acne and sun damage; it also moisturizes the skin. Children younger than 12 shouldn't use Porcelana unless directed by a doctor, and a sunscreen should be applied during the day while you use Porcelana since it can increase sensitivity to the sun.
Dry skin can cause itchiness and be generally annoying. One way to treat it is with ammonium lactate. This moisturizer is a combination of lactic acid and ammonium hydroxide. It is a prescription medication available as a 12 percent cream or lotion. Applied correctly it can relieve the itchiness and symptoms associated with dry skin.
Sun Protection Factor, or SPF, is a number that indicates the level of protection of sunburn by using sunscreen.
People with pale skin often have problems related to sun exposure, sensitivity and dryness, so wearing sunscreen daily, applying high-quality moisturizers and using gentle soap are great ways to keep pale skin healthy. Avoid issues associated with pale skin with information from a practicing dermatologist in this free video on skin care.
Learn how to choose an SPF for wear under makeup and the best way to apply sunscreen to the face before applying summer time makeup with expert cosmetic tips covered in this free beauty video clip.
Learn how to select an SPF for your face and how to apply sunscreen before applying makeup on the run with expert cosmetic tips in this free beauty video clip.
Daily exposure to the sun can be good for you. It's a source of vitamin D and can improve your sense of well-being by stimulating the release of endorphins. Prolonged sun exposure, however, can damage your skin and break down your body's defense against certain cancers. Sunbathe wisely to get the benefits of the sun while limiting the negative effects.
It's important to keep your face protected from the sun. Many make-up items come with UVA and UVB sunscreen in them, but it's still a good idea to apply sunscreen under your foundation make-up to protect your skin from burning.