Steps to protect your skin
1. Topical antioxidants applied to your skin can help
prevent some sun damage.. Look for products containing antioxidants such as
green tea, coenzyme Q10, vitamin C and retinol, a vitamin A derivative.
2. Choose at least SPF 15, but higher is better, especially since most people don't use as much sunscreen as they should or re-apply it frequently enough. What's more, research shows that products often give less protection in sunlight than their SPF numbers suggest. Even if the SPF 30 or 45 costs a bit more, it's worth the extra expense.
3. While there are numerous sunscreen formulations, choose those that are labeled "broad-spectrum." This means they block both UVA and UVB rays. Many sunscreens only block UVB.
4. You may prefer using a sunblock to a sunscreen. Sunblocks provide a physical barrier between your skin and both UVA and UVB rays, but may feel more threatening. Recommends sunblocks containing zinc oxide or titanium oxide.
5. What you wear can help keep UV light away. Darker, tightly-woven fabrics are better than lighter, loose-knit or wet clothing. "A white T-shirt has an SPF of about 5; a wet, white T-shirt has an SPF of 1 or 2. That's not actually protecting you.
2. Choose at least SPF 15, but higher is better, especially since most people don't use as much sunscreen as they should or re-apply it frequently enough. What's more, research shows that products often give less protection in sunlight than their SPF numbers suggest. Even if the SPF 30 or 45 costs a bit more, it's worth the extra expense.
3. While there are numerous sunscreen formulations, choose those that are labeled "broad-spectrum." This means they block both UVA and UVB rays. Many sunscreens only block UVB.
4. You may prefer using a sunblock to a sunscreen. Sunblocks provide a physical barrier between your skin and both UVA and UVB rays, but may feel more threatening. Recommends sunblocks containing zinc oxide or titanium oxide.
5. What you wear can help keep UV light away. Darker, tightly-woven fabrics are better than lighter, loose-knit or wet clothing. "A white T-shirt has an SPF of about 5; a wet, white T-shirt has an SPF of 1 or 2. That's not actually protecting you.
Some clothing lines offer UV-protective
fabrics in sportswear, bathing suits and hats.
6. Before going out, check the UV Index. This daily forecast included in many weather reports rates the intensity of UV rays expected each day when the sun is at its highest. Exposure ratings are scaled from 0 (minimal) to 10+ (very high). Exercise special caution anytime the UV Index is 5 or higher.
6. Before going out, check the UV Index. This daily forecast included in many weather reports rates the intensity of UV rays expected each day when the sun is at its highest. Exposure ratings are scaled from 0 (minimal) to 10+ (very high). Exercise special caution anytime the UV Index is 5 or higher.
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