Skin Care

There has been a lot in the news recently about sunscreen. A study in the Journal of the American Medical Association reported that chemical sunscreen agents are absorbed into the bloodstream when applied on the skin. There are two main categories of sunscreens: Chemical sunscreens Absorb UV rays Examples: avobenzone, oxybenzone and octinoxate Physical sunscreens Deflect UV […]

Reducing your exposure to UV light is the most preventable risk factor for all skin cancers. More than five sunburns actually doubles an individual’s risk of melanoma. Fortunately, most melanoma is preventable, and adopting sun-smart habits and performing regular self-skin examinations are critical to keeping skin healthy and cancer free. Although tans can be popular […]