Sunscreen is a primary defense against ultraviolet radiation on exposed skin. Some people believe that sunscreen does more harm than good and refuse to wear sunscreen for sun protection. They believe that sunscreens contain toxic compounds that will heavily impact their health. Many of these concerns stemmed from what is communicated on social media. This [...]
The sun is out and the weather is warm...what parent doesn’t want their young children to go outside and play? However, one blistering sunburn during childhood or adolescence can nearly double a person’s risk of developing melanoma–the most serious form of skin cancer. To minimize the risk of developing skin cancer, it is critical for [...]
Sunscreen formulas are continuously evolving in different forms beyond the lotion everyone knows. One iteration of sunscreen includes powder sunscreen–SPF that can be applied with a brush. It sounds unbelievable. Is this sunscreen variation reliable for sun protection? What are Powder Sunscreens? Powder sunscreens are loose powder formulations made with mineral-based ingredients like zinc oxide [...]
As the days grow longer and the temperatures rise, there’s no denying that the summer season is upon us. The days of wearing puffer jackets and sweaters are trailing behind as people have already switched out their winter wardrobe for T-shirts, tank tops, and shorts. These clothes, which are understandably worn to feel more comfortable [...]