Sunscreens

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Most people feel that a good tan, offers a beautiful and healthy look.

If we could see what the future holds, the wise would go to the beach equipped with very wide-brimmed hat and sunscreen, while the wisest will not go at all.

Sun exposure is proved not only to cause minor superficial skin lesions, such as freckles, but is also responsible largely for cosmetic changes such as wrinklesand even high risk of serious skin lesions such as various skin cancers. 

In addition, risks posed by exposure to sun, especially for those who stay several hours in the sun, due to the nature of their job. For this people, their skin is characterized by premature aging, deep wrinkles, freckles and melasma. They also face greater risks for skin cancer.

Cancer from sunbathing?

The amount of exposure to sunlight has a linear relationship to various skin cancers (melanoma, etc). You can reduce your risk with the appropriate clothing (sunglasses, hat, pale light clothes). Apply sunscreen suitable for your phototype and exposure conditions (duration, time, altitude). Although the paler peopleb have greater risk of skin cancer, nobody is 100% secure.

Children and sun

We can significantly contribute to the protection of our children. In the same way we train them to use water and soap, to clean their teeth, we ought to teach them about the harmful effects of solar radiation, and to instill safe habits.

To get used to avoid dangerous sun hours (11:00 to 15:00)

Learn to put themselves the appropriate clothes, sunglasses, hat, etc.

Learn to use sunscreen.

Choosing a sunscreen...

Choose a sunscreen with broad spectrum protection from sun rays UVA-UVB. Apply it right on all exposed surfaces. Do not forget your lips and earlobes.

At our pharmacies you will get comprehensive advice for your sun protection. You'll find the best value for money for your phototype and your habits.

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