You don’t have to plant yourself under the willow tree this summer to ensure healthy skin! Try these Top 5 “Dos” and “Don’ts” to make the most out of your summer while protecting yourself:
DO use sunscreen! There are so many to choose from—something for ALL ages and with specific degrees of protection based on your needs. Obviously, the very fair need more protection than those with more melanin in their skin; however, we ALL need protection so apply a little “common sense” with your sunscreen. It’ll go a long way! For those seeking natural UV protection, try using products that contain sea buckthorn (such as SeabuckWonders body lotion, facial cream and hydrating serum). The sea buckthorn berry contains natural UV properties, so you receive protection from the sun everytime you use one of these products!
DON’T ignore changes in your skin—especially a change of color, size or shape of a mole. This could be a tell-tale warning sign that you may have a serious skin condition. Many lives can be saved by paying attention to these types of changes and then taking immediate action. According to the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), one in five Americans will develop some form of skin cancer during their lifetime.[1] Don’t take chances!
DO treat any sunburned skin with moisturizing lotions and gels. SeabuckWonders body lotion is a perfect solution due to its high content of the rare Omega 7. Omega-7 fatty acids promote tissue regeneration and anti-inflammatory action in the skin and mucosa.[2]
DON’T forget about your lips! The lips are a common site for skin and lip cancer due to extended sun exposure without any protective sunscreen. Look for lip-specific products that contain an SPF of 15 or higher.
DO use common sense! Protecting your skin is not rocket science. If there is something you DON’T know, just hop on the Internet. There are a plethora of resources that provide great information if you have ANY specific questions or concerns about summer skin protection.
Cindie Zehnder, RN in dermatology, sums it up best: “Most skin cancers are caused by exposure to the sun. Following these tips will help ensure that you receive the benefits of sunshine without causing damage at the same time!”
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SeabuckWonders, a division of Balanceuticals Group, Inc., is a company with 20 years of experience producing the highest quality Sea Buckthorn Oils known in the world. Since introducing their products to the United States back in 1994, the company, under the direction of Xingwu Liu, renowned Cultural Anthropology Professor, has maintained its excellence by using only pure Himalayan, wild-grown, handpicked Sea Buckthorn. Please visit seabuckwonders.com for more information and a list of locations where the products can be purchased.
