In the United States, skin cancer is the most common form of cancer. The Skin Cancer Foundation reports that 1 in 5 Americans are diagnosed with skin cancer annually (that’s roughly 5 million cases!), which is the highest rate of diagnoses among Americans than any other type of cancer combined. While there are three…
As the need for sun protection continues to gain ground, people are becoming more conscious of sunlight exposure and the havoc it can wreak on the skin- from skin cancer to sunburn and skin darkening to sunspots. But there’s a silent enemy that continues to fly under the radar. What’s more? This element, known as…
Luckily, a lot of people know the importance of applying sunscreen daily, however, did you know you need to reapply, and sometimes even more than once? How Often Should I Reapply? According to Hopkins Medicine, “Generally, sunscreen should be reapplied every two hours, especially after swimming or sweating. If you work indoors and sit…
Applying sunscreen not only prevents your skin from burning and the pain that it brings, but it’s a proven fact that regular sunscreen use also slows the facial aging process by 80%. With a statistic like that, there’s no reason why you should not be using sunscreen every day. However, just how much sunscreen…
We all know the importance of using sunscreen. Not only does it protect the sensitive skin on our faces from burning, but it also prevents fine lines and premature aging. So, where does sunscreen fit in the order of our daily skin care routine – should we apply sunscreen before or after moisturizer?…
Two of the most important factors to consider when buying sunscreen are: the ingredients and which SPF rating to use for your skin. And with so many options, which elements are best for not only your skin but that are also environmentally friendly? Zinc and titanium-based sunscreens top the list, which is why…
If you have ever grabbed a bottle of sunscreen from counters or shelves from your local store run, then you have may have likely been greeted with huge, printed numbers. These figures generally signify the Sun Protection Factor (SPF) of these products and are a great measure of how shielded your melanin will be from the sun. However,…
While oxybenzone is commonly used to effectively filter UVA / UVB rays, environmental experts cite oxybenzone as a catalyst in coral bleaching and accumulation of toxic levels in human & marine life. What is Oxybenzone? Oxybenzone is a benzophenone derivative — it causes photochemical excitation and absorption of energy as a result of UVB…
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