Skincare and tanning myths debunked by the Irish Cancer Society and the Skin Nerd

"By protecting the skin of children and youth when they are outdoors, you can reduce their risk of developing skin cancer in the coming years." But, using sunscreen alone is not enough , make sure to follow the complete SunSmart code to ensure maximum protection. "

The Irish Cancer Society and Jennifer Rock The Nerd Skin, have demystified some common myths about tanning

Tanned skin is healthy skin

This is not true! As Jennifer says, tanned skin is damaged skin.

"Tanned skin is a sign that your skin has been damaged and that it is trying to protect itself from other damage caused by UV rays, and that a large part this damage will be repaired "It is this accumulated damage that can cause skin cancer later in life."

More: UV rays that cause most forms of skin cancer.

Tanning beds give a good tan before going on vacation

This is a total myth! Jennifer explained, "Research tells us that if you use a tanning bed, you increase your risk of melanoma by 15% (skin cancer)."

"If you use a tanning bed before the first day of your tan. age 35 The risk is increased by 75%.

"Tanning provides very little protection against skin damage caused by natural UV exposure, it is equivalent to sunscreen with SPF 2-4 and does not protect you. The SPF 30 will not give you the protection you need.

"Even if your skin does not burn after use of a tanning bed, the risk of melanoma is greater."

Learn more about melanoma.

The tanning beds are good for skin problems

Jennifer urges people not to use tanning bed, adding "You could get more than you negotiated."

She continued, "The use of tanning beds is strongly related"

"A better way to treat acne is to talk to your doctor or dermatologist and to get the help you really need.

"The use of a tanning bed could cause you more problems later in life."

Tanning beds are safer than tanning

This is not true! Jennifer urges people not to tan because it is not safe.

She explains, "They expose your skin to large amounts of UV rays that age your skin and increase your risk of skin cancer. a tan on a tanning bed is not safer than a tan to be on the outside, even if done gradually.

"The level of UV exposure of tanning beds can be up to 15 times higher than the midday Mediterranean sun.

I need to sunbathe to get vitamin D

Jennifer says this She said: "Exposure to the sun is the best source natural vitamin D, but you can also get vitamin D from your diet – oily fish, egg yolks, beef, butter – and taking supplements.] "You n & # You do not need to spend hours in the sun to produce enough vitamin D. The extra time outdoors does not equal more than vitamin D, "The World Health Organization says that it only takes 5 to 15 minutes of occasional exposure to the hands, face and arms two to three times a week pe during the summer months. "Never let your skin blush or burn to get vitamin D and be very careful if you have fair skin because you are at higher risk of sunburn.Learn more about vitamin D – what the body has need vitamin D and how to obtain it safely.

I do not need sunscreen because my skin never burns

"Any skin needs protection! In general, there are 6 different skin types, ranging from white skin that burns and never tans to black skin. "In Ireland, 3 out of 4 people have skin type 1 or 2 burns and will not tan or it burns before tanning, which greatly increases the risk of skin cancer for the Irish!

"However, even if your skin is brown or black, which makes it less likely to burn, it can still receive enough UV damage to increase the risk of skin cancer. 19659002] "So play safe and protect your skin regardless of its type."

The tan on a child is healthy

Tan on a child is not healthy! Skin cancer is rare in children, but much of the UV damage that they experience during childhood increases the risk of developing cancer later in life

. Tanned skin is damaged skin Tanning a child can lessen, but the damage remains and can lead to skin cancer later in life. sun exposure before the age of 18 years.

"Parents also need to think about how to protect their chi, no matter when they are entrusted to someone else."

"If your child goes to camp, daycare or daycare. at any other place, make sure to make arrangements to make sure they are safe in the sun! "

Protecting Children and Babies from Sun Damage

The Irish weather does not cause skin damage

Yes, Ireland has a pretty dull weather and we rarely have the chance to see the sun, but Jennifer says She says, "Here in Ireland we like to complain of the weather, but our skin can be damaged even in cloudy weather. "

" If the sky is not clear or if the sun is not clear By dividing the rocks, many people seem think that UV rays are not something we need to worry about.

"Not true! The Irish Cancer Society conducted a study that found that ultraviolet (UV) levels in Ireland were high enough to cause skin damage on nearly 90% of the days between April and September! "

Do not let Irish weather fool you Learn more about UV rays

Only people who sunbathe all the time have skin cancer [19659012] Jennifer said, "It's a big myth! The numbers show that in 2013, nearly 6,000 men were diagnosed with skin cancer versus just under 5,000."

" Skin cancer accounts for 29% of all cancers in women and 31% of all cancers in men. "In 2040, it is estimated that there will be 13,000 women diagnosed and more than 20,000 men"

The SunSmart Code

We must all be SunSmart to reduce our risk of The damage starts from the minute we are exposed to UV rays

So, to be smart in the sun, you should:

• Cover yourself when there is no
• Wear loose clothing and a wide-brimmed hat
• Look for the shadow: it's really important to do it from 11 am to 3 pm when the UV levels are the strongest.
• Wear sunglbades. are young or old, be sure to get sunglbades that protect against UV rays.
• Use sunscreen with SPF 30 and UVA protection. sunscreen 20 minutes before going out in the sun and reapply every two hours!

Find more information about the SunSmart code here.