The Importance of Sunscreen

Sunscreen is an essential part of anyone’s skincare regime, it’s essential for keeping the skin healthy and protected from the rays of the sun. Sunscreen is one of the most important products that you can purchase as part of a 4 step or last step of a healthy skin regimen. It’s going to not only protect your skin from the onslaught of the environment but also helps to protect the products you’ve applied that are going to make a change to your skin.

Why Wear Sunscreen?

Besides protecting you from sunburn (if your skin type does burn), why should you wear sunscreen? Here are my top five reasons why sunscreen is vital to your skin regime:

1. Sunscreen helps prevent skin cancers. The three most common types of skin cancer are basal cell skin cancer, squamous cell skin cancer and melanoma. UV radiation is the top risk factor causing these skin cancers. Consistent, adequate protection from the sun’s UV rays helps lower your risk, which is why it’s critical to apply sunscreen every day.

1. Sunscreen prevents premature aging. The culprits of the aging process are divided into two categories: intrinsic aging (influenced by genetics) and extrinsic aging (induced by chronic exposure to the sun’s radiation, pollution, chemicals and other environmental factors). UV radiation causes the premature breakdown of collagen and elastin in skin, resulting in fine lines and wrinkles. It also damages pigment-producing cells called melanocytes, resulting in the overproduction of melanin causing hyperpigmentation. The sun’s ultraviolet radiation is responsible for an estimated 90 percent of visible signs of aging. Regular use of sunscreen allows you to enjoy smooth, youthful-looking skin for years longer.

1. Sunscreen reduces the risk of hyperpigmentation. A common skin condition caused by sun exposure, hyperpigmentation is when your skin is darkened in patches due to changes in the production of melanin, which gives skin its color. People with darker skin are naturally more susceptible to hyperpigmentation.

1. Sunscreen prevents inflammation of the skin. UV radiation damages the DNA of immune-protecting cells, leading to inflammation and free radical damage to skin and within the body. Immune suppression decreases our body’s ability for these cells to protect us from skin cancers and other illnesses. The immune system plays a vital role in maintaining the health of all the tissues of the body, so healthy skin is vital to overall health.

1. Sunscreen prevents sun sensitivity. Sunscreens are particularly helpful in preventing solar irritation in people with sun-sensitive conditions, such as lupus and rosacea, where exposure to UV rays can lead to redness and burning in the skin and overall severity of these conditions

DON’T FORGET TO PROTECT & LOVE YOUR SKIN!

ENVIRON RAD SUNSCREEN

​A face and body sunscreen formulated with a combination of physical sunscreens as well as a unique phyto-complex to work synergistically in protecting the skin from harsh environmental influences and the damaging effects of the sun.

Benefits:

• Provides a broad-spectrum transparent barrier with a Sun Protection Factor (SPF) of 30.
• Supplies the skin with the essential nutrients necessary for enhanced skin protection.
• A light, creamy texture that is easily applied to the entire body for a non-greasy after-feel.

MD Solar Science Anti-Aging Moisturizing SPF 30

​Get the ultimate in daily protection and repair with this multi-tasking moisturizer! Our lightweight anti-aging lotion combines broad spectrum protection with a blend of time-released moisturizers and humectants to help keep skin hydrated and safe from the sun’s harmful rays. Our patented SolSci-X stabilization system provides broad spectrum SPF 30 protection without the use of controversial chemicals. Powerful antioxidants, caffeine and niacinamide help reduce signs of UV-induced damage, restoring skin’s radiance and minimizing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
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