Sunday, May 3, 2009
My very early posts detailed my experience with burning and how to take care of that burn. Now, be sure to prevent burns and other sun damage to your skin.
Your first line of defense of course is a daily moisturizer, which should have at least an SPF of 15 - at the bare minimum. Be sure to include your neck and exposed cleavage this skin some of the most sensitive skin on your body and is the most likely to burn.
It's always a good idea to wear sunscreen if you're going to be outside for along time doing yard work or even walking for a good cause. A friend got a burn last week from walking for March of Dimes. It was a beautiful day, and she forgot it was one of the nicest days out and got very burned. Not only do burns hurt, they're very bad for your skin as the American Academy of Dermatolgy (AAD) suggests.
If you're going to the beach, be sure to take an umbrella along with a big hat and protective clothing as the AAD suggests, and don't forget sunglasses to protect your eyes. Some clothing has UV protection in it and does help a little, but it's not the only protection you should use.
Although it seem like you don't need to wear sunscreen on grey days, some rays do continue to come through the clouds and you're still exposed to all kinds of UV rays especially in the summer. It might be excessive, but you can still get a burn if it's slightly cloudy. Obviously on a rainy day you won't need it. You can also get sun if you have the sunroof open.
Other body parts to protect are your lips, back, and all of those place that rarely see the light of day until you're wearing that skimpy, or not even so skimpy bathing suit.
You might love the sun and need the vitamin D, but be sure to protect yourself and limit your exposure. High altitudes and places near water are key places where the sun can be extra strong.
I don't want to put a damper on your summer fun, but you really don't want to get a burn - not only because it hurts, or peel, or even blister and cause sun poisoning, you COULD get skin cancer and no one wants that.
These suggestions may seem pretty basic, you'd be surprised how many people forget do these things! You don't have to be fair skinned to think about them either!
Here are some items found on Amazon that look interesting:
- Rit Sun Guard Laundry Treatment UV Protectant
- Neutrogena Healthy Defense Oil-Free Sunblock Stick, SPF-30, .47-Ounce Sticks
- Bain de Soleil Orange Gelee Sunscreen, SPF 4, 3.12-Ounce Bottles
- Kiss My Face Sunswat Waterproof Sun Block & Natural Insect Repellent, SPF 15, 4-Ounce Bottles
- Blistex Ultra Protection Lip Balm, SPF 30, Sun & Cold, .15-Ounce Tubes
- Maui Babe After Sun Lotion
Enjoy the sun, don't bake in it!
Makeupista!
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