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Sun gives us energy. It activates our skin to manufacture vitamin D. Vitamin D is very essential for our skin. But the thing is that the exposure to sunlight should be limited as it contains ultraviolet rays which are harmful for our body. Even more these rays cause toxic reactions in people who have consumed "sun sensitive" medication. These drugs increase your sensitivity to sunlight and you'll burn in double quick time without your knowledge. Always ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain the side effects of your drugs as there may not be labels warning against the hazards of sun-tanning while undergoing that medication. These ultraviolet rays were earlier stopped by the ozone layer which is now getting depleted day by day. These rays can cause skin cancer which is spreading at an alarming speed. You aren't safe even by using artificial light. Strong tanning lamps emit light that triggers cancerous cells. Tan if you must but suffer the risks of skin cancer later. The other alternative is not fail-safe but it offers some assurance of safety. Limit your tanning exposure and keep a regulated safe distance away from the lamp when in use. Wear goggles to protect your eyes. Sun-tanning isn't limited to pool-side time. We get sun-tanned the minute we step outdoors. The intensity of tanning depends on personal factors like age, skin color, clothing worn, occupation and geographical location relative to the sun. Tanning by the pool-side is a bad idea. Water, cement and sand reflect ultraviolet light to give you a double dose of radiation.
The prevailing weather also influences the amount of ultraviolet light penetrating our atmosphere. Contrary to belief, cloudy skies actually allow more radiation to pass through. An outdoor occupation tans the skin more. Before engaging in outdoor sports and recreational pursuits, put on your protective armor. Wear dark shades of colors but avoid black as you'll fry in black. Invest in a good pair of sun glasses that block ultraviolet rays as these ultraviolet rays can cause cataracts. Prefer to wear clothes that fully cover your body. Wear hats while going outside. Sunburn causes premature skin aging like wrinkles. If you are going to be exposed to sunlight for a long time, wear sun-screen lotion. Even over-usage of it is also harmful. Fair complexion people are at a more risk of getting suntanned. Dark skinned people are also at risk as their skin's natural melanin offers only limited protection against radiation. Avoid the dangerous midmorning to mid-afternoon sun. If you are in the water for a long time, dry yourself immediately after your dip and reapply sunscreen. Water reduces the lotion's effectiveness no matter how water-proof or sweat-proof the ad touts it to be. After your dry soak in the sun, hit the shower to scrub off dead skin cells exfoliated. Take care not to scrub yourself raw while toweling dry. Check your pigmented areas (birthmarks, moles and blemishes) for any changes. Continue checking for several days after your holiday in the sun. Any changes or sore that persists spell trouble and you should head for your doctor promptly. If your sunburn is only skin-deep, you can buy burn relief cream from the pharmacy. You can also use wet compresses, cool showers and non-cosmetic moisturizers. Drink plenty of water to re-hydrate your body, especially skin cells.
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