By: AlexisDobranowski

AlexisDobranowski — Thu, 28 Jul 2016 20:20:00 +0000

Thank you for reading! I try to choose long-sleeve shirts too (though it’s so hot now, I’m opting for air-conditioned spaces and avoiding the outdoors!) Our dermatologists answered some frequently asked questions about sunscreen – including concern about its safety – here https://sunnybrook.ca/content/?page=sunscreen-selfie

By: HealthWatcher

HealthWatcher — Thu, 28 Jul 2016 19:45:00 +0000

The one concern I have about this article is the promotion of sunscreen use. I feel that the chemicals used to make these sunscreens are just as cancerous as the UV rays, maybe more so when heat from the sun interacts with the chemical. There is also a problem with the scent, and the lotion or cream getting in my eyes and breathing it in. A mineral base is no good for me as I discovered I was allergic to mineral oil. Nonetheless, I had quite the eye opener when my face got burnt – it turned pink, and now I have a permanent “mask” on my face that contours the shape of my sunglasses. The result is permanent skin pigmentation damage, so I worry about the risk of skin cancer in future years. I did not realize that wearing a sunhat with large brim and sunglasses does not protect your face. The outside of my hands have also taken a beating; point well taken about missing spots. I do wear long-sleeve blouses now in the sun.

Comments on: How to practice sun safety and protect your skin

By: AlexisDobranowski

By: HealthWatcher