Got sun protection questions? Anna L. Chien, MD, member of our Photobiology Committee, is here to provide you with evidence-based answers you can trust, to help you prevent sun damage that can lead to skin cancer.
Got sun protection questions? Anna L. Chien, MD, member of our Photobiology Committee, is here to provide you with evidence-based answers you can trust, to help you prevent sun damage that can lead to skin cancer.
Based on the latest science, our Seal of Recommendation offers the highest standard of sun protection. Wondering what all these terms mean, and why they are so important to your skin health? We’ve got you covered!
With skin cancer on the rise, The Skin Cancer Foundation Seal of Recommendation provides people everywhere with expert guidance on safe, effective protection against the two types of ultraviolet (UV) radiation that have been directly linked to skin cancer: UVA and UVB.
UVA rays can bounce off reflective surfaces like water and, most relevant during the workday, they can penetrate window glass.
April Franzino, beauty director for magazine brands Good Housekeeping, Woman’s Day and Prevention, shared her insights on how far we’ve come and how sun-protective behaviors continue to evolve.
Not only does shade give you a reprieve from the heat, but it can also help to protect you from the sun’s harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays, which can cause skin damage and even lead to skin cancer.
