Sun protection is Essential.

Many individuals like the warmth of the sun. The sun's rays make us feel well and help us look nice in the short term. But too much time in the sun is the main cause of skin cancer and most wrinkles and age spots on our faces.

In reality, sun exposure causes the majority of the skin changes that we associate with aging. UV rays from the sun slowly break down the elastin fibers in the skin. When these fibers degrade, the skin starts to droop, stretch, and lose its ability to return to its original position after stretching. So, although solar damage to the skin may not be visible while you're young, it will be obvious later in life.

Here are some sun-protection suggestions to get you started.

·         Reapply. Perspiration, exercise, swimming, and towel drying all remove sunscreen from the skin. Therefore, reapply after participating in any of these activities, even if the lotion is waterproof.

·         A overcast sky is no guarantee of safety. Overcast weather in the summer necessitates the use of sunscreen because 80 percent of ultraviolet light is still present.

·         Consistent use protects in the long run. Using sunscreen on your face and back of your hands on a daily basis can reduce your risk of getting dry leathery skin, wrinkles, and other indicators of premature aging and skin cancer.

·         Wear enough. For appropriate protection, 35 to 40ml per person per session is advised (a handful). You may believe you are using SPF15, but if you do not apply the appropriate amount, it may only be equivalent to SPF8.

·         Use it appropriately. Sunscreen should be put on clean, dry skin 30 minutes before going out in the sun to give the skin enough time to absorb it.

·         There is no need to squander money. Budget brands are equally as effective as higher-priced products.

·         There is no such thing as "safe" ultraviolet (UV) light. There is no such thing as a foolproof tan.

·         Stay away from tanning beds. Skin cancer and wrinkles may be caused by ultraviolet radiation from the sun and tanning beds. If you want to seem like you've been in the sun, use a sunless self-tanning lotion in conjunction with sunscreen. Wear wide-brimmed hat, sunglasses, and protective clothes to avoid sunburn.

·         Avoid eating at lunchtime. The sun's beams are at their most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Use additional care near water, snow, and sand since they reflect the sun's harmful rays, increasing your risk of sunburn. Vitamin D may be obtained safely via a nutritious diet that may include vitamin supplements. Don't look for the sun.

·         On your birthday, double-check your birthday suit. Consult a dermatologist if you observe any changes, growth, or bleeding on your skin. If caught early, skin cancer has a good chance of being cured.