Summer Skin Care? More Harm Then Good.

Mar 1, 2013

Kelcey J.

What's the deal with sunblock? I have heard so many mixed reviews like its actually more harmful then does good so can some one give me safe products that are healthy for me as well as protect my skin.

Mar 1, 2013

Emily W.

Sunscreen is not harmful at all! You need to protect your skin from UVA and UVB rays every day of the year, not just summer. Even when it is cloudy. Solar radiation (or synthetic UV rays from a tanning bed) damage the DNA and structure of your cells and drastically increase your risk of skin cancer. I like using a spray sunscreen like Coppertone Sport because it dries fast and isn't oily. There are versions for sensitive skin and noncomedigenic versions (Neutrogena makes one). SPF in makeup is not high enough and doesn't last long enough for adequate protection.

I have had skin cancer twice and I am very vocal about sun safety-- melanoma (the deadliest form of skin cancer) is increasing exponentially in young women because of the popularity in tanning and the lack of information about sun protection. It is almost completely preventable, which makes the current rates very sad indeed.

Mar 11, 2013

Stephanie G.

I concur. Sunscreen is your friend.

Previous topic

Summer tan problem...

Mar 11, 2013
13

Next topic

Argan Oil by Josie Maran.

Mar 11, 2013
3

Kelcey J.

Good Molecules: See a difference in your skin

New Arrivals

Forum Rules

Please help us maintain positive conversations here by following our guidelines below.

We reserve the right to remove comments and topics that don't adhere to the following rules. We also may remove the profile of any repeat offender. Thanks for reading and contributing!

Be Kind

Beautylish is a diverse, positive, and respectful community. It’s okay to disagree with someone, but be constructive—not rude. We have a zero-tolerance policy for negativity and harassment.

Contribute Thoughtfully

Take the time to make posts easy to understand by using proper spelling, grammar, and capitalization. Post topics in the appropriate category and refrain from making duplicate posts. Know that we don't allow self-promotion, advertisements, spam, commercial messages, or links to other websites or blogs. And be careful that you don't post someone else's work and present or claim it as your own.

We reserve the right to remove duplicate, miscategorized, and difficult-to-understand posts, or those we deem as advertisements, spam, or plagiarism.

Be Vigilant

Use the flag button to report inappropriate or disrespectful behavior, or email us at help@beautylish.com.