14/06/2021
Sun Damage Protection and After Sun
“Summer afternoon, summer afternoon; to me those have always been the two most beautiful words in the English language.” ~ Henry James, An International Episode
After being cooped up inside during the cold winter months and the rainy spring months, going outside and staying out as long as possible is something most of us just can’t wait to do. However, just like taking preventative methods for your internal health with Melaleuca Vitality Packs, taking preventative methods for your outer health is very important during the summer months.
Most of us are aware that spending too much time in the sun or using indoor tanning beds raises our risk for skin cancer. And some of us are aware that excess UV radiation also contributes to wrinkles and looking older than our age. But few of us realize that excess UV exposure causes uneven skin pigmentation and enlarged blood vessels.
Although many people feel more attractive with a tan, daily-unprotected sun exposure contributes to premature skin aging and increased skin cancer risks. No tan is considered a "safe tan." Sunscreen should be applied every day. Incidental sun exposure slowly adds up and damages our skin.
Research shows that most people do not regularly apply sunscreen. Science Daily quotes Mark Lebwohl, MD, president of the American Academy of Dermatology as saying, "Anyone can get skin cancer, so everyone should take steps to protect themselves from the sun." The steps include using a water-resistant broad-spectrum sunscreen with a SPF of 30 or higher.
Sun Shades
The first ingredient listed in Sun Shades Mineral 30+, after listing the active ingredients, is Aleurites moluccans, commonly known as kukui nut oil. Kukui oil is rich in antioxidants. It protects and heals irritated skin.
The Melaleuca Wellness Guide recommends Sun Shades Mineral 30+ with zinc oxide for daily sun protection. Naturally derived micronized zinc oxide dries sheer and never leaves a white chalky film. If you have "age spots," more sun exposure will cause the brown spots to get darker, leaving the light spots lighter. Going out without sun protection on cloudy-cool summer days can cause sunburn. It might just take longer. Sun Shades Mineral 30+ has broad-spectrum UVA/UVB protection and is water-resistant for eighty minutes and ideal for sensitive skin.
Sun Shades Sport Sunscreen SPF 45+ comes in an ultra water-resistant spray formula that is easy to reapply when you are in the sun for an extended time.
Sun protection for the lips is especially important for those who suffer from cold sores, since exposure to sunlight is a known trigger for cold sores. Sun Shades Lip Balms protect delicate lips with SPF 15.
Moisturizing your face doesn’t mean you have to forego sunscreen either. Affinia Facial Moisturizer has a broad spectrum SPF 15.
After Sun
When your skin suffers sunburn, your immune system launches an inflammatory reaction that causes red, painful symptoms followed by peeling skin. The inflammatory reaction is the body's effort to remove and repair damaged skin. If you do get sunburned, Sun Shades After Sun Hydrogel E Moisturizing Relief contains T36-C5, aloe, Advanced E, glycerin, grape leaf, and green tea. It instantly cools overexposed skin, helping to deeply moisturize, soothe, reduce redness and help heal sunburned skin.
Have fun in the sun this summer, but be sure to take along Sun Shade products so that you keep your skin safe from the sun