Why SPF is important for dark skin and how to apply sunscreen to the face before applying makeup with expert cosmetic tips inside this beauty video clip.
Never use sunbeds. In July 2009 a report published by the international agency for research on cancer showed that the risk of skin cancer is increased by 75% when sunbed usage starts under the age of 30. The intensity of UV rays from sunbeds can be anything up to 15 times stronger than the mediterranean midday sun. Beware of tanning beds because they use UVA(UVA = Ageing , Allergies) rays. A UVA tan does not help protect the skin from further sun damage; it merely produces colour and a false sense of protection from the sun.
According to the EU commission, Sun Protection Factors are classified by categories, which can be indicated on the packaging:
Never use sunbeds. In July 2009 a report published by the international agency for research on cancer showed that the risk of skin cancer is increased by 75% when sunbed usage starts under the age of 30. The intensity of UV rays from sunbeds can be anything up to 15 times stronger than the mediterranean midday sun. Beware of tanning beds because they use UVA(UVA = Ageing , Allergies) rays. A UVA tan does not help protect the skin from further sun damage; it merely produces colour and a false sense of protection from the sun.
According to the EU commission, Sun Protection Factors are classified by categories, which can be indicated on the packaging:
- Very high protection: 50+
- High protection: 30
- Medium protection: 15-20
- Low protection: 6-10
The Importance of SPF for Women of Color
