Know the danger of UV rays, spf types and the difference between chemical and natural sunscreen.
Danger of UV Rays
Premature aging and other skin damage.
Skin Cancer
Cataracts ant the other eye damage
Immune System Suppression
Sun Care
SKIN CANCER FACTS
Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer
New invasive melanoma cases rose by 32% from 2014 to 2024
5 sunburns doubles your risk of melanoma
More than 2 people die of skin cancer in the US every hour
Over 5,400 global deaths occur monthly due to nonmelanoma skin cancer
About 90% of nonmelanoma skin cancers are linked to sun exposure's UV radiation
Daily use of SPF 15+ sunscreen reduces squamous cell carcinoma risk by 40% and melanoma risk by 50%
Different types of SPF
SPF 15
Offers protection from 93% of UVB Rays
SPF 30
Offers protection from 97% of UVB Rays
SPF 50
Offers protection from 98% of UVB Rays
SPF 100
Offers protection from 99% of UVB Rays
Chemical Sunscreen
Four of these sunscreen chemicals (avobenzone, oxybenzone, octocrylene, and ecamsule) are absorbed into the bloodstream at significantly greater levels than 0.5 nanograms per milliliter (ng/mL).
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Natural Sunscreen
Mineral sunscreens, on the other hand, use two natural minerals-zinc oxide and titanium dioxide-as active ingredients. These minerals simply sit on top of your skin and protect it by reflecting away UV rays. Mineral sunscreens offer immediate protection no waiting needed.