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Skincare Tips for the Summer

Summer is nearly here and most families will be headed out doors to begin all sorts of outdoor activities. Summer can be one of the roughest times of the year on the skin and steps should be taken to protect its health. Exposure to the sun can lead to skin damage as well as skin cancer but there are also other problems that can arise. No matter what type of outdoor activity you are engaged in, even lying by the pool, you are likely to sweat more. This can mean that the skin has more dirt, oils and even environmental chemicals will be trapped in your pores. This is certainly the time of year when we need to be much more conscious of our skin health and take measures to protect it from damage. Here are a few tips to help maintain skin health this summer.

Things You Did Not Know About Sunburn

5 Things You Did Not Know About Sunburn

Most of us have suffered from sunburn at one time or another in our lives. In fact, we’ve all probably seen more than just one sunburn when we looked in the mirror following a long day in the sun. But the truth about sunburn starts and ends with the fact that it can be hazardous. That’s why it’s important to prevent it whenever you can. And you can. You don’t have to suffer from sunburn; you just need to prevent it. There are a lot of things most of us don’t know about sunburn. For instance, did you know that just one blistering sunburn can double your chances of getting melanoma? It’s true. Suffering from just a single bad sunburn in childhood or adolescence can nearly double your risk of developing certain skin cancers. Here are more facts about sunburn you likely didn’t know, brought to you by dermatologists in New Jersey who care about your skin.

How to Treat Sun Spots

How to Treat Sun SpotsSolar lentigines (pronounced ‘len-ti-ja-nees’), more commonly called ‘sun spots,’ are dark spots on the skin. They often are caused by prolonged direct exposure to UV (ultra violet) rays from the sun. Though some people may also refer to them as ‘liver spots,’ which are associated with aging, the truth is that any of us can acquire sun spots regardless of age. Yes, it’s true that those of us who are over the age of 40 are more prone to them, but don’t let this fool you—if you’re under 40, you can still get sun spots. Following is information about sun spot treatment in New Jersey.