10 ways to protect your skin from sun damage this summer

STATEN ISLAND, NY – With the summer officially in full swing, trips to the beach and pool days are becoming the norm – with plenty of sun exposure.

Of course, summer can be the most fun season, but it is also known for its harmful effects on your skin. It makes sense: summer clothes are more revealing and people tend to spend hours in tank tops and swimsuits.

According to the American Cancer Society, more than 3 million people develop skin cancer each year in the United States. And two thirds of adults do not use sunscreen regularly, which causes a massive increase in melanoma, the most lethal form of skin cancer.

The number of adult cases of melanoma has tripled since 1975, according to the Center for Disease Control Of course, enjoy your summer, but because of the high risk of death, it is crucial to keep this statistic at bay. Mind: melanoma cases in women in their twenties have gone beyond the diagnoses of breast, prostate and colon cancer Equally alarming: SkinCancer.org reports that "women who have already tanned at the same time" indoor are six times more likely to have a diagnosis of melanoma in their twenties than those who have never tanned inward "

There are many things you can do to protect your skin. Here are 10 tips from the Skin Cancer Foundation to keep in mind this summer:

1. Use sunscreen every day, even if the weather is cloudy.
2. Apply at least one ounce of sunscreen (enough to fill the palm) at least 15-30 minutes before going out in the sun.
3. If possible, use lipstick or lip gloss that has sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) of over 30. You will be shocked by the wonders that it can do when it comes to avoid sun damage.
4. Even if you do not get sunburn when you use a brand of sunscreen that is only 30 FPS, it does not mean you do not get skin damage . The higher the SPF, the better it is.
5. Be careful when applying sunscreen on your skin. Do not forget to lather it on your shoulders, the base of your neck, the upper back, the top of your feet and the back of your thighs. Many people forget where they are the places that need it most!
6. When swimming in a pool or ocean, keep in mind that the water reflects the sun's UV rays. This increases your chances of getting a sunburn.
7. Bring a hat and sunglasses with you at all times during the summer. This will give shade to your face, your ears and your eyes.
8. Try to aim for a brand of sunscreen that resists water. It is more difficult to wipe off accidentally and better protect yourself from UV rays.
9. Wear long sleeve outfits as much as you can to protect your shoulders from the sun.
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