Nava Greenfield, MD
Dr. Nava Greenfield reminds us that summer is soon coming to an end but that is no reason to get lazy with your sun care.
“Summer is almost over but sun protection is as important as ever,” says Dr. Nava Greenfield from Schweiger Dermatology Group. “Even if your skin already has sun exposure you should still be avoiding ultraviolet light exposure for your skin health and to prevent accelerated aging. Sunscreen is a great start but it does not fully protect.”
Here, Dr. Greenfield’s gives us tips on how best to protect yourself during the last few weeks of summer and beyond:
1) Keep yourself in the shade: bring an umbrella to the beach and sit under a tree at the park. The UV rays will be blocked by these physical barriers.
2) Take a sun protection supplement. It will be the easiest part of your skin routine and should be taken rain or shine. Plant based and clinically proven ingredients, get SPF Boost supplements at select Schweiger Dermatology Group locations.
3) Wear a broad rimmed hat and UPF clothing. You can purchase these at many online retailers such as cabalinfe.com or coolibar.
4) Wear sunglasses with total UV protection: Protecting against UVA and UVB are both important so make sure the glasses state they protect against both.
5) Reapply your sunscreen every two hours. A chemical based sunscreen (avobenzone, octinoxate) will stay on longer especially if in the water or during exercise with heavy sweating, but will not be effective after about two hours of use. A physical sunscreen (zinc or titanium dioxide) will wash off more easily in water or sweat. Make sure to reapply at least every two hours or after a dip in the pool.
6) Remember to apply sunscreen to your hands before you drive. Your hands are exposed to ultraviolet light if they are on the wheels and they will age more quickly than the rest of your skin if they are chronically exposed in the car. Car windows do not block the harmful UV rays.
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