Why Sun Protection Matters Every Day!
The sun is essential to good health and contributes to a sense of well-being. However, unprotected exposure to the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays can cause premature skin aging and skin cancer. People of all skin colors get skin cancer. In fact, more than 3.5 million people are diagnosed each year in the United States. Dr. Chad Robbins of Robbins Plastic Surgery recommends and personally uses EltaMD sunscreens. Listed are some facts about skin cancer and the importance of using a sunscreen everyday!
- There are more cases of skin cancer than the combined incidence of cancers of the breast, prostate, lung and colorectal.
- UVA rays age skin cells and can damage their DNA. These rays are linked to long-term skin damage such as wrinkles, but they are also thought to play a role in some skin cancers.
- Daily use of a broad-spectrum sunscreen decreases the risk of skin cancer and early skin aging caused by the sun when used with other sun protection measures.
- EltaMD broad-spectrum sunscreens contain zinc oxide, a mineral compound, to protect skin against UVA and UVB rays.
Cosmetically elegant and photostable, EltaMD sunscreens are fragrance-free, sensitivity-free, paraben-free and noncomedogenic. Ask your physician or skin care professional to recommend EltaMD sunscreens that are just right for your skin type and lifestyle.
THINK ZINC FOR SERIOUS UV PROTECTION
Zinc oxide means true broad-spectrum protection. Zinc oxide blocks the widest spectrum of UVA and UVB rays, protecting the skin from premature aging and sunburn. Zinc is safe for even the most sensitive skin types.
UVB Rays: The Burning Rays
- Mostly affect the outer layer of the skin.
- Cause sunburns and tanning that increase the risk of skin cancer.
- Vary with time of the day and seasons.
- Are stronger in the summer.
UVA Rays: The Aging Rays
- Deeply penetrates skin layers, damaging collagen and cells.
- Causes wrinkling, loss of elasticity, and pigmentation.
- Are up to 50 times more prevalent than UVB rays.
What sun protection measures are important?
- The American Academy of Dermatology recommends use of a broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF of 30 or higher.1
- Limit time in the sun, especially from 10 am to 2 pm
- Wear protective clothing and sunglasses
How do antioxidants benefit the skin?
Antioxidants help combat skin-aging free radicals associated with ultraviolet (UV) and infrared radiation (IR). Many EltaMD products contain antioxidants such as quercetin, ascorbyl palmitate (vitamin C ester), tocopheryl acetate (vitamin E) and thioctic acid.
To purchase your EltaMD sunscreen, call 615-401-9454 or visit www.robbinsplasticsurgery.com
