Tue 29 Jun 2010
Main cause of skin cancer
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Ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun is the main cause of skin cancer. Energy from the sun actually is a form of radiation. It consists of visible light and other rays that people can’t see. Invisible infrared radiation, for instance, makes sunlight feel hot. UV also is invisible, and causes sunburn and sun tan.
Fast Fact
Even on a cloudy day, up to 80% of the sun’s ultraviolet rays can pass through the clouds..
Today, the dangers of sun exposure are well known. While more and more people practice safe sun protection, many still believe a tan enhances natural beauty. Bronzed skin has long been associated with good health, however the fact is that sun exposure is the number-one contributor to extrinsic aging, which leads to premature development of wrinkles, sagging skin and skin discolorations.
SPF
Sun Protection Factor (SPF) is the measurement of how long sunscreen can block UVB rays. A SPF rating indicates how long a person can stay in the sun without getting burned. For someone who normally burns after only 10 minutes, using an SPF 15 can increase that time to 150 minutes. Using an SPF product daily is crucial to maintaining a youthful appearance. The American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) recognizes sunscreens as the most effective cosmeceuticals on the market used to combat the signs of aging. In order to achieve maximum sun protection with sunscreen, a thick layer of sunscreen must be applied liberally to all exposed areas of the body, including face, ears, hands and arms. If used too sparingly, SPF in a sunscreen can decrease by half. Frequent application will help maintain the sunscreen’s integrity, especially after exposure to sweat and water and help prevent the main cause of skin cancer. While an SPF rating is a common indicator of sun protection, using a sunscreen with both UVA and UVB filters is necessary for broad-spectrum protection.
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