Tag: Ultraviolet
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Q: Are Self-Tanners Safe? Or Not Really?
We know that using tanning beds or sunbathing until you’re crispy is harmful (both can accelerate skin aging and increase the risk of skin cancer). This leaves few “legal” ways to achieve a golden retriever-like glow for your face and body. One of these ways is using self-tanner. Just be careful not to overdo it!
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How To Safely Use Retinol in The Summer and Avoid Harming Your Skin
Many experts recommend against using retinol in the summer due to increased sensitivity to sunlight and the risk of skin irritation. However, with careful precautions and adherence to certain guidelines, it is possible to safely incorporate retinol into your summer skincare routine. Here’s how you can continue to enjoy the benefits of retinol while protecting…
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Q: Why does skin become oily after plastic surgery?
This post was inspired by a friend’s story – she underwent breast augmentation (mammoplasty) and noticed that her facial skin became much oilier than usual in the first few days post-surgery. It was so noticeable that she had to resort to cleansing products with acids, toners with high niacinamide content, or retinol. This isn’t the…
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5 Effective Lip Products with SPF
Can You Use Regular Sunscreen? Yes, you can use regular sunscreen, but it often dries out the lips. Why not combine the pleasant with the useful by using these products?
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Q: What if sunscreen gets in my mouth? Is it harmful?
Sunscreens of previous generations contained the ingredient PABA, which could indeed cause poisoning. However, modern sunscreens do not contain toxic or poisonous components. It’s likely that any sunscreen (even if it’s not a lip balm!) will mix with sweat/sebum and end up in your mouth, with some amount entering your digestive tract. So…
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Q: Do sea water and Dead Sea salt help with eczema?
Short answer: Sometimes yes, but not for everyone. The only way to know for sure is…
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Q: I have severe eye irritation from using sunscreen. Which one should I choose?
Generally, the best way to protect the area around your eyes from the sun is with sunglasses. Sunglasses are always better than sunscreen. They can even be clear because the level of light transmission and UV protection are different things.
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Review: Embrace Summer with Origins GinZing SPF 40 Energy-Boosting Tinted Moisturizer
Enter Origins GinZing SPF 40 Energy-Boosting Tinted Moisturizer, a product that has quickly become my go-to for summer no-makeup days. Here’s a detailed review based on my firsthand experience with this summer must-have.
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What Your Dermatologist Might Not Have Told You About Skin and Sun Protection
Why can melanoma appear on parts of the skin that have never been exposed to the sun? I protect myself, protect myself – and what, is it all in vain?
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Q: After giving birth, I developed pigmentation on my face, even though I regularly use SPF. What should I do about it?
Unfortunately, this type of pigmentation is difficult to treat because melanocytes and melanin can penetrate the dermis. This means …