subject: Ultraviolet protection [print this page] Author: Sergei Ikar Author: Sergei Ikar
It is never too late to start protecting your skin from the sun. Too much ultraviolet radiation increases risk of skin damage. Ultraviolet rays (UV) get through your skin and damage skin sells and are invisible form of radiation. It may occur at any temperature and during any time of year - sun safety is never out of season. Sunburns are marks of skin damage and suntans are not good for you either. Protecting from sun helps even if marks of damage have already appeared. It prevents additional damage. Use the following tips to protect your skin against damaging UV rays: If you must be in the sun, cover as much of your body as possible. Wearing the appropriate clothing is a crucial part in sun safety. The best sun protection practices are long sleeves, a wide-brimmed hat, pants, and sunglasses. Damaging sun rays reflecting off sand, water or snow additionally increase exposure to UV radiation. That can put your at risk of developing eye problems like cataracts. Besides wearing protective clothing, seek shade whenever possible if you have to be in the sun. Things that provide protection are trees, buildings, tents, umbrellas, awnings. Take vitamin supplements for vitamin D and avoid deliberate tanning. Alternatively, think about using sunless self-tanning products. You still should apply sunscreen while using those products. Reduce time in the sun especially from 10am to 4pm. The sun rays are strongest at this time. Even on an overcast day up to 80% of the UV rays can get through the clouds. Stay in the shade as much as possible throughout the day. No matter what our skin color, we are all possible victims of overexposure to UV radiation. While we all need to take precautions to protect our skin, people who need to be especially careful in the sun are those who have pale skin; blond or red hair; a family member who has skin cancer. Be serious about sunscreen. Make sure you use a sunscreen with the Sun Protection Factor of at least 30. The higher the number, the better the protection. A sunscreen should also protect against both ultraviolet A and B rays. When outside, apply it generously on all open skin even on cloudy days. Use lip balm on lips and do not forget about ears, neck, and hands. Better yet, use natural skin care products like the Natique Skin Care System. This 4-step program works in complete harmony with nature to clean, condition, nourish and protect your skin. Find Out More. Click Here For Free Information and Reviews Natique Skin Care SystemAbout the Author:
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