Saturday, April 21, 2012

Safeguard Your Health And Enhance Your Appearance By Using Sun Tan Lotion Regularly

By Haywood Hunter


Many individuals know that sun tan lotion can shorten the time it takes to produce their desired skin color when tanning. They use it because they want to look radiant. Looks, however, are not the only reason to make sun tan lotion a part of your daily routine. It also plays a role in cancer prevention and good skin maintenance.



Several types of skin cancer have been tied directly to sun exposure. The villain is harmful ultraviolet radiation emitted by the sun. Experts recommend using a sun tan lotion that has substances designed to keep these emissions from damaging your skin.

The level of sun protection you need depends on the color of your skin. Many different levels of sun protection factor are available and they are displayed on the product packaging. If your skin is very light, you need sun tan lotion with a high sun protection factor. In most cases, darker-skinned folks require less protection.



To maximize the benefits, wait a minimum of thirty minutes after sun tan lotion application before exposing skin to the sun's rays. Experts recommend using a liberal amount of product, as folks tend to fall short on this. For best results, reapply sun tan lotion after perspiring or participating in water sports.

Remember too that sun tan lotion is not just for use during recreational times. You can be exposed to the sun on your way to work, or while running errands. It is a good idea to get into the habit of putting on sun tan lotion before you leave the house.

Parents should also teach their children to apply sun tan lotion before they go outside. A bonus to using sun tan lotion regularly is that it moisturizes the skin. This will help reduce the formation of wrinkles that could make you look older than you are.




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