Learn About Sun Protection

Summer is coming - and for some of us it has already arrived - so I decided to post some useful tips on how to protect ourselves from the Sun's rays and keep the face skin beautiful.

Sunshine is import for our health, not least for getting Vitamin D. However, it can often be problematic trying to avoid excessive exposure to the rays as many enjoy spending time outdoors. Our lifetime exposure is the accruement of all the exposure experienced during one’s lifetime. Worryingly, should the depletion of the ozone layer continue at the same rate there would be in increase in our overall exposure.
Sun damage of the skin comes in two forms: chronic and acute. Sunburn is an example of an acute form of Sun damage. Chronic damage itself comes in two forms; one of which being photo aging. Photo aging is simply the visual change in the skin’s appearance due to the Sun; whilst the more concerning form of chronic Sun damage is that which causes pre-cancerous lesions and skin cancers. The cause of the damage is often considered to be UV light.

Typical signs of skin aging

The Sun is also responsible for skin aging. Brown spots and freckles, that tend to develop as we grow older, are an indication of excessive Sun exposure. The spots form in areas where Sun exposure is a constant issue – in particular the back of your hands and on your face. This skin aging is as a consequence of UV damage.

Make sure you prevent wrinkles

As become older we invariably develop wrinkles and other unwanted indications of aging skin. The Sun is, in fact, a cause of wrinkles and excessive exposure to the Sun can speed up the process considerably and in order to prevent wrinkles it is imperative you avoid excessive exposure.

The change in colour you yearn for

The Sun can also be the cause of skin discoloration. Melesma is the name attached to the increase in pigmentation in areas exposed to the Sun’s gaze. It is generally the cause of three different symmetrical patterns that form on the face and will typically affect the central region of the face, namely the cheeks, forehead, nose and chin.

Skin cancer and helping yourself

It is common for people to have birthmarks and moles on the skin, though you should be cautious should any changes occur as it may be an indication of skin cancer. Skin cancer can vary with respect to its development; it can take over 25 years to develop, however on an equal note, it can grow very quickly. It is imperative you incorporate the self-exam as part of your six monthly routine because if it is identified early then it is treatable.