Sunscreen

ultra smoothing cream is effective at resurfacing the skin to correct the discoloration and diminish the wrinkles that accompany photoaging. In addition, it will protect the skin from future damage from both UVA and UVB rays with its broad-spectrum sunscreen and its antioxidant day formula. How This Cream Works The Alpha Hydroxy Acid or AHA in this cream gently exfoliates and moisturizes the skin. By removing the dead skin cell in this way, the user enhances the natural cell regeneration…

Cosmetics: The Unmentionable Effects on the Body and the Brain Waking up hours earlier, an American college student applies make-up to her face to get ready for the day. Applying makeup has become an essential part of many men and women’s morning routine, and many people cannot imagine their lives without it. Cosmetics are defined by experts as anything that will change your physical appearance or body odor. Cosmetics have been around for hundreds of years for the prime purpose to enhance a…

Sun safety is the practice of taking steps to reduce exposure to UV rays while enjoying time out in the sun and outdoors. Queenslanders are lucky to be able to enjoy a lifestyle that allows us to be outdoors all year round, but the UV rays from the sun are high enough that it can cause damage to your skin, even in winter. Australia has one of the highest rates of skin cancer in the world because of our fair skin and how close we are to the equator. At least 2 in 3 Australians will be diagnosed…

have to back the mandate for the posters, and on the booths themselves, labels that outline the risks associated between tanning and melanoma should be placed. The label would read something like this: "WARNING: USING A TANNING BOOTH, EVEN WITH SUNSCREEN, INCREASES YOUR RISK OF DEVELOPING SKIN CANCER. ALSO, IT MAKES YOU LOOK LIKE A TOOL. BY THE WAY, WHEN YOU GET OLD, YOU'LL BE VERY WRINKLY. AND NOT IN THE CUTE 'FAT BABY' OR 'ADORABLE BULLDOG' WAY. MORE LIKE THE CROWD WITH ACRYLIC NAILS IN THE '…

which is produced by cells in our skin called melanocytes. Melanin absorbs ultraviolet light and dissipates it as heat. According to Gary Chuang, assistant professor of dermatology at Tufts University School of Medicine says,” Melanin is a natural sunscreen. When your body senses sun damage, what it does is it starts sending out melanin into surrounding cells and…

endure a lot. Especially because the bright colors in fashion this season, it's important to know how to make sure that the colors will not fade. We have for you 5 tips to make sure your bikini bright summer comes by! 1. Be careful with sunscreen Sunscreen is a very good friend for your skin, but not such a good friend for your bikini. Sunburn it makes sure that your bikini or bathing suit will fade and we want not! It would be a shame for the beautiful, striking and elegant color that has…

Squamous Cell Carcinoma Squamous cell carcinoma is a common form of skin cancer. It begins in the squamous cells in the outer layer of the skin (epidermis). It occurs most often in parts of the body that are frequently exposed to the sun, such as the face, lips, neck, arms, legs, and hands. However, this condition can occur anywhere on the body, including the inside of the mouth, sites of long-term (chronic) scarring, and the anus. If treated soon enough, squamous cell carcinoma rarely spreads…

Skin Cancer Skin cancer is caused by damage to DNA. DNA gets damaged by ultraviolet rays, the sun. Skin cancer forms when cells divide quickly and unevenly. Skin cancer risks get higher when you have exposure to ultraviolet rays. There are 3 types of cancer: Basal Cell Carcinoma which is the most common type of skin cancer, it is the least harmful of the three. Squamous Cell Carcinoma is a more serious cancer than Basal Cell Carcinoma, this types of cancer can grow and spread all over the…

Many people are aware that Melanoma is a common type of skin cancer but one thing that is unknown to many, is the fact that Melanoma is the most deadliest of all skin cancers. Physicians all over the world are unclear on how it’s exactly caused but there are things that can increase the chances of someone developing Melanoma. Although there isn’t a direct cause, many physicians have come to the realization that Melanoma is mostly affiliated with exposure to Ultraviolet rays. Which according to…

enjoy being outside other than when people are purposefully trying to get a tan. When people do try to get a tan, they apply a ton of sunscreen to ‘stay safe’; but if used as advised, it reduces vitamin D synthesis in skin by 99 percent. An interesting study showed melanoma is present the most in countries where chemical sunscreen is heavily advertised. Sunscreen gives people the false sense of security that by wearing an excessive amount, they can stay out in the sun much longer. Also, studies…