also contain avobenzone, zinc oxide, or titanium dioxide, they should be effective against the entire UVA spectrum. Even with the ideal sunscreen, some UV rays can get through to your skin and cause damage. The Skin Cancer Foundation considers sunscreen one part of a com- prehensive sun protection program, along with sun-protective clothing, sunglasses, shade, and sun avoidance from 10 A.M. to 4 P.M.
Medications and previous exposure
can affect your response to light rays. UVB (Ultraviolet-B)
Short-wave solar rays of 290-320 nano- meters. More potent than UVA in produc- ing sunburn, these rays are considered the main cause of basal and squamous cell carcinomas as well as a significant cause of melanoma.
UVA (Ultraviolet -A)
Long-wave solar rays of 320-400 nano- meters (Billionths of a meter). Although less likely than UVB to cause sunburn, UVA penetrates the skin mare deeply, and is considered the chief culprit behind wrinkling, leathering, and other aspects of “photo aging.” The latest studies show
that UVA not only exacerbates UVB’s carcinogenic effects, but may directly induce some skin cancers, including melanomas.
Risks of Indoor Tanning
Epidemiologic and clinical studies of indoor tanners themselves are now be- coming available to help better assess the risks. Proliferations of melanocytes (pigmented cells) known as lentigines have been seen in indoor tanners. These proliferations are significant in that they demonstrate some of the cytologic atypia and architectural features seen in dysplas- tic nevi, which are risk factors for mela- noma development. Studies examining the development of melanoma in indoor tanners have produced mixed results. Four early studies, reviewed in reference, found little, or statistically insignificant, association between indoor tanning and melanoma. However, six more recent, rigorously designed studies have found an association between indoor tanning and the development of melanoma. Of par- ticular note, no study has ever suggested a protective role for indoor tanning. While these studies remain inconclusive, they were enough for the American Medical Association to call for a ban on tanning
beds. Living in the South!
We live at the coast, the lake,take the children to the pool ,the ball field, snow sports and of course convertibles! It is part of our culture! By all means, but the key is using the protection of proper SPF application, hats (they can be such fun ) and some common sense. Don’t forget tops of heads & tips of noses, and hands! If your a baby boomer that means not using baby oil and iodine anymore! At noon, on the roof!! Ring any bells?? And of equal importance, melanoma screen- ing. Caught early they can be removed with little side effects. Left untreated, they are DEADLY! There are more and better ways to
protect ourselves than ever. Some of the newest are colorless,orderless and wa- terproof. Enjoy the wonders of our great state Spring thru Winter ! But use your knowledge to protect those use love and yourself.
For further information, contact Paulette Agha, Beneficial Skinworks, 2850 Middle- brook Dr, Clemmons,NC 27012
pagha@beneficialskinworks.com
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