Wednesday, July 13

News with Sun Protection

Do You Want To Know What's In Your Sunscreen That Prevents Those Harmful Rays From Damaging Your Skin?



For those of us who spent years basking in the sun without proper protection in order to get that deep, glowing tan, we know the harmful effects are starting to show up now in later life - dark spots, leathery skin, and even melanoma.  With today's technology and organic ingredients we can enjoy that deep dark tan without doing all the long-term harm to our skin.

The next time you're shopping for sunscreen, look for products with these active ingredients to help keep your skin protected from those harmful rays.

Avobenzone is an oil soluble ingredient capable of absorbing the full spectrum of UVA rays.  In fact, it can absorb ultraviolet rays, protect the skin from sun damage.

Homosalate is an organic compound in an ester formed from salicylic acid in which the portion of the molecule absorbs ultraviolet rays, protecting the skin from sun damage.

Oxybenzone is an enhanced UVA protector that is able to absorb UV-B and short wave UV-A.

Why bother applying a sunscreen if it's not going to help protect your skin? For best protection, look for the above ingredients
 to ensure you're doing all you can. 

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