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Tips for Healthy Sunbathing

1st Tip:

Be aware of radiation. The number of skin cancer is increasing year by year. It is caused by intensive UV rays, which the sun sends on earth. Therefore one should realize oneself first once the fact that sun bathing is very pleasant but only up to a certain degree also without bad consequences remains. The sun sends several rays on the earth: among them UV-A, UV-B and UV-C - rays. UV-C-rays are filtered completely by the ozone covering; humans are suspended parts of the UV-B and UV-A-radiation.

2nd Tip:

You would win if skin slowly increase the sun dose ie. sun exposure time, so that the skin has time to protect itself. Because the skin-browning by the melanin is a mechanism of protection against skin damage caused by UV rays. Meeting UV rays on the skin, it thickens the upper stratum corneum. This reduces the incident of UVB rays. If UVB rays continue to penetrate into the skin, then in deeper layers of skin pigment melanin is formed, which puts as „protective cap “over the cell core - the skin becomes brown.

3rd Tip:

Sensitive skins are esp. vulnerable to uv rays appears with premature skin aging, spots and wrinkles. Apply sun-cream or sun-lotion at least 15 - 20 minutes before you go out into the sun and apply make-up only after the sun-care has been completely absorbed by the skin. The higher the sun protection factor, so much the better.

However; even the highest SPF sunscreen with maximum UVA stars can't block out all the sun's harmful rays. This is why you should stay in the shade or cover up when the sun is at its strongest (11am-3pm).

4th Tips:

Beware of water on water surfaces reflect the sun's rays and intensify them. The risk of sunburn by UVB radiation is particularly large. UVB is the most active component of sunlight. It is responsible for many sun-related effects of UV radiation in nature and encourages responsible for human pigment cells for the formation of melanin in brown - or leads to sunburn. Too much UVB damages the skin and may be years or decades, skin cancer favor. According to the latest findings also the UVA rays contributes to the skin cancer formation.

Between 11.00 and 15.00 clock out of the sun - at this time, the sun higher and the radiation is particularly strong. Thus, it is also for the skin in this most dangerous time!

5th Tips:

Between 11.00 and 15.00 clock keep out of the sun - at this time, the sun higher and the radiation is particularly strong. Thus, it is also for the skin in this most dangerous time! A tan is a sign that the skin is already damaged, so don't add to this by reducing your protection.

6th Tip:

Wear sunglasses when you walk or stroll but covering clothing, hats also are not to be forgotten. Sunglasses protect the eyes and the delicate skin around them. Don't use perfume - it may cause skin reactions on skin contact (perfumed cosmetic products of superior quality are usually safe).

7th Tip:

Make sure to use high UVA and UVB sun protection factors Water-resistant creams. This will extend the sparing time in the sun. Beware of sunscreen creams which acts as UVB filter. They protect against sunburn, but at the same time extend the free exposure of UVA rays. Therefore, a sunscreen may be used for the UVA and UVB filters contains. In the swimming pool use water-resistant products.

8th Tip:

Children particularly sensitive! Protect your children from too much sun. Infants until one year should be kept off into the direct sun.On a cloudy day 30 to 50 per cent of the sun's UV rays reach your skin, so it's still possible to burn. You may not feel the sun's rays if it's windy, but they still cause damage. Brief intensive sunbathing is harmful, eg all day in the sun for one week. It may contribute to skin cancer developing.

9th Tip:

Plenty of drink - but no alcohol! In the sun and heat evaporates the human skin above liquid. In order to keep the cycle stable, you should drink plenty liquid at sunbathing regularly but please, no alcohol not even beer! Sun and alcohol are simply not tolerated, but the best water, or cold tea.

10th tip:

Know your tanning skin type and know your limits. There are six different skin types and each react differently to UV exposure. Knowing your limit and knowing when you've had enough is important. Get out of the sun well before you reach your limit. If you are exhibiting any sunburn symptoms you've already been in the sun to long. Remember the cardinal rule: “DON'T EVER SUNBURN.”

11th Tip:

Check skin regularly or ask someone to do it. Especially with skin cancer is: Early detected, it is almost always cured.