Got your eye on the calendar and rueing the fact that Labor Day is just around the corner? Don’t fret. Summer is still in full swing and that means beach days, lazing-around-the-backyard-days and pool parties. You’re going to have to protect yourself from the sun. Following are some great tips for doing just that. This is a repost but the info is still valid and good to know.
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The right products are only part of the process to insure proper protection from harmful summer rays. Are you covering all the bases? Sunburn not only affects common areas like legs and arms — it burns its mark where you least expect it.
Dr. Sandra Lee, a board certified dermatologist and member of the American Academy of Dermatology, the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery and the American Society for Mohs Surgery, put together a list of the top six areas people tend to neglect when prepping for the sun.
DON’T FORGET TO APPLY SUNSCREEN TO THESE 6 OVERLOOKED PLACES
6. Feet
Sunburned feet can leave you “sole”-less, unable to even don a pair of shoes. Make sure to apply sunscreen to all areas of your feet.
5. Backs of Hands
It is vital to protect your hands during the summertime, an area you may forget to tend to when stepping out into the sun. Opt for a lotion that contains SPF 15 to 30 to protect and hydrate your hands.
4. Ears
Don’t forget to protect your ears when applying sunscreen to your face. The skin on your ears is sensitive and delicate, and the tops of your ears are particularly susceptible to the sun’s rays. For additional coverage, throw on a wide-brimmed hat to protect your face and ears.
3. Chest/Neck
Avoid “breases”, the vertical creases that can occur on your chest from sun damage and excess sun exposure. The skin on your neck and chest is exposed to the same amount of sun as your face, and in order to prevent any damage, it needs just as much attention. The skin on your neck and chest is thin, so generously apply sunscreen in those two often-ignored areas.
2. Lips
Before applying your favorite lip gloss, be sure to apply lipstick containing SPF 15 or above to protect the lips. Slip the lipstick in your bag and apply regularly throughout the day to avoid sun damage.
1. Scalp
As the sun beams down over your head, it is important to note the #1 overlooked area that requires protection from the sun — your scalp. You can’t apply sunscreen over your hair – and, if a hat isn’t your favorite option, grab a scarf and tie it around your head like a bandana. Another option would be to use a sunscreen spray, spray it on your fingertips and use your fingers to apply this liquid to your part in your hair, the area of your scalp most susceptible to sunburn.
Sun safely!
An item that’s also great to tuck into your beach bag, gym bag, backpack or even briefcase is Swipe® , a pocket-sized, biodegradable, single use deodorant wipe infused with natural tea tree extract that not only provides protection, it also eliminates body odor. The small and discrete packaging makes Swipe® travel-friendly and a summer must-have.
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