Sunscreen and My Skin

Have you noticed any changes in your skin? Or is your skin aging faster than it should? Before you plunk down half of your salary on those pricey anti-aging creams, have you used your sunscreen? Before you do anything, put on sunscreen. Here is why.

While most of us know it reduces the risk of skin cancer, did you also know it's an amazing beauty secret that can help keep skin looking young?

The reason, says experts, is that when

sunscreen blocks out the sun's damaging rays, it also blocks their aging effects.

The sun impacts collagen production in the skin, and without collagen, skin won't naturally maintain that plump, moist, youthful, wrinkle-free look. Get enough sun exposure, and skin will wrinkle long before its time.

Without the protection of sunscreen, just a few minutes of daily sun exposure over the years can cause noticeable changes in how skin looks and feels, according to dermatology experts.

Not only will you see more wrinkles and fine lines, but also more freckles, age spots, and spider veins. Skin itself can look rough and leathery or loose and slack due to sun exposure.

Sunscreen can protect your skin from these damaging rays, so that even if you do spend time outdoors, your face is less likely to give away your age. Experts advises choosing a sunscreen with SPF 15 or higher. Because sun breaks down its effectiveness over time, if you're going to be in direct sunlight for an extended period, reapply every hour or two.

Another option: Use your regular sunscreen before putting on makeup (it should go on first, before anything).

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