There are many sunburn protection products on store shelves.
All of them list a Sun Protection Factor or SPF number. Health Briefs TV reviews what consumers need
to know about the SPF number and which products work best to prevent
sun-related skin cancers.
Medical experts and doctors advise consumers to look for and
buy a sun care product which states it is a broad spectrum item. This means that the product protects against
the sun’s UVA rays, which cause skin aging and wrinkles, and also covers the
UVB rays which can cause sunburn.
Contrary to common belief, a sun care product with a high
SPF number does not mean that the product will be better at protecting skin
from sunburn. For example: a sunscreen with an SPF of 30 means one can
stay out in the run 30 times longer without getting burned. Thirty times is 300
minutes or five hours. A key note to remember
is that sunscreen only works if used properly:
Apply one ounce (enough to fill a shot glass) to cover every
exposed area of the body.
Reapply sunscreen every two hours or after swimming or
sweating.
Remember to use on bare skin on the head, on ears, noses,
and feet.
Use a sunscreen lip product to protect the sensitive skin on
lips from sunburn.
Health Briefs TV recommends taking advantage of the sales on
sun care products now. Buy in bulk to keep enough on hand for the next few
months. There are many good products
available for children as well.
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