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Monday, August 29, 2011

Sun Tan Spray Is Your Protection Against The Rays Of Deadly Sunlight

By Haywood Hunter


Sun tan spray has been a popular product since the mid 1900s. When applied to exposed skin, it acts as protection against harmful UV (Ultra Violet) rays. There are many brands on the market. You can choose from lotions, gels, creams or sprays.

Suntan oil is different altogether. It is not made to give protection from the sun, but to help you tan quickly and effectively. Suntan spray gets to work absorbing, reflecting and filtering the rays while the oil actually has the purpose of intensifying the rays to enable a person to tan deeper and faster as they normally would. Make very certain to choose the right one.

The sunscreen products, also called sunblock, is meant to protect the skin against long periods of exposure to the sun. Never leave it behind when you will be outdoors for an extended time, especially on a hot day. Another use for sunscreen products is in skin lightening products. Lighter skin can easily be damaged by harsh sunlight.

It does not matter whether you prefer you sunblock in the form of a gel, spray or cream, it must be applied evenly on your skin. One good squeeze of the tube should release enough for an adult body.

There is difference of opinion on exactly how to apply sunscreen products. Some people say apply it to the body two two three hours before you go outside. New research shows that two applications are actually more effective. One about 15 to 30 minutes minutes before you step into the sunlight and one after you have been outside for about the same period. Some kinds resist water. Others must be re-applied after swimming or sweating.

There is no best type available for babies. Babies should not be exposed to the sun at all as their skin is too delicate to cope with the harsh sun. As adults we are all aware of the dangers of excessive exposure. We should never subject the precious new skin of an infant to the unforgiving rays. Seek advice from a physician if there is no avoiding exposing your infant to the sun. Not all protection products are suitable for skin younger than six months. Baby's tender, sensitive skin may react badly to sun lotions.

Older children love to have fun at the pool or seaside on a hot, summer day. It is vitally important that their young bodies get maximum protection. SPF 30 provides protection for most of the day. For example if you get sun burn in 10 minutes, SPF 30 will protect you for 300 minutes. If you use SPF 15, you will be protected from the sun for 150 minutes.

Keep in mind that the rays can cause skin cancer. Medical organizations such as the American Cancer Society recommend the use of sunscreen because it prevents the squamous cell carcinoma and the basal cell carcinoma. Also keep in mind that water can dilute or wash off some sunscreen products. If swimming is involved, keep the sun tan cream handy and re-apply when necessary.




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