One of the most common types of cancer in the U.S. is also among the most preventable. It's skin cancer-and more than one million cases of it will be diagnosed this year. In fact, skin cancer rates in America outnumber breast, lung and colon cancer combined, according to the American Cancer Society. Yet doctors say that some simple steps, such as limiting your sun exposure and wearing the right sunscreen, can ultimately help prevent skin cancer. So why are skin cancer rates on the rise? According to a Harris Interactive survey, 40 percent of adults don't wear sunscreen regularly. There's a common misconception about getting a tan: There's nothing healthy about a tan from any source, be it a tanning bed or lying on the beach. A tan is actually the skin's response to an injury. "If you know the facts about sun damage, there is no excuse not to wear sunscreen everyday," says Dr. Darrell Rigel, a leading dermatologist. "It is important to wear sunscreen even if the sun isn't shining because 80% of the sun's UV rays pass right through the clouds." Rigel advises people to wear sunscreen daily and choose a sunscreen formulated with both a high SPF and broad-spectrum UVA/UVB protection. A new breakthrough in sunscreen technology, called Helioplex, combines two FDA-approved sunscreens and delivers highly effective stabilized UVA and UVB protection to shield from both forms of UV damage. "People don't realize that there is a difference between UVA and UVB rays," explains Rigel. Generally, UVB rays cause sunburn and are linked to skin cancer. In fact, Sun Protection Factor, or SPF, is solely a measure of UVB protection. UVA rays penetrate skin more deeply, causing wrinkling and other aspects of "photoaging." More importantly, UVA rays seem to increase UVB rays' cancer-causing effects and may trigger some skin cancers, including melanoma. Sunscreens containing Helioplex, such as Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry Touch Sunblock SPF 55, offer strong, stable protection to shield skin against both UVA and UVB rays. In addition to wearing a sunscreen containing Helioplex on a daily basis, what else can you do to protect your skin? Rigel recommends staying out of the sun during peak hours, wearing a hat, long-sleeve shirt and long pants, and being sure to see your dermatologist annually for a full body skin cancer screening exam. By: Wesley Richardson Article Directory: http://www.articledashboard.com For more information, visit www.neutrogena.com. It's important that sunscreens block both UVA and UVB rays.

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On any given Sunday you'll see more and more people heading to their local golf course to partake in what has evolved into one of the most popular sports in the world. No longer a game played exclusively by the nouveau rich, this relaxing, albeit sometimes frustrating sport, is now being played by people of all ages and various walks of life. With countless number of quality courses increasing throughout the country yearly, and state of the art golf clubs and accessories readily available for the novice or wannabe Tiger Woods, golf is now more accessible then ever before. But before you tee off with that new driver, or reach for your nine iron, make sure you take proper precautions against the golfer's deadliest foe: the sun. Consider that a round of golf can take anywhere from four to six hours to complete, often played between 10am and 4pm when the sun's ultraviolet rays are the strongest, thus greatly increasing the risk of developing skin cancer. In addition to the liberal dose of sunscreen that you hopefully always apply prior to teeing off, one of the most important preventive measures you can take, (and most stylish) is to wear the proper hat. Golf pros around the globe agree that sun protection hats offer a competitive edge over players who struggle in the heat without adequate safeguards against the sun's damaging UV rays. PGA tour pro Briny Abaird frequently dons one of the broad-brimmed variety, providing extensive protection to his face and neck, freeing him up for more important matters, like sinking that next chip shot. Other golf legends such as Sam Snead and Greg Norman also popularized the wearing of wide brimmed lightweight hats while on the course. Greg Norman, who grew up in the sun drenched region of Northern Australia, often wore the typical surfers wide brimmed straw hat that encircles the entire head, including the back of the neck. While playing professionally he was able to keep his eyes focused on the ball at all times, shielded from blinding bursts of sunlight that often plague many golfers. So what to look for in a golf hat?....Basically you want a hat that is constructed of a lightweight yet durable weave that offers ample ventilation. Suede with cut-away mesh features, or tightly woven mesh hats are a prime example. Choose a hat that provides shade for the entire head, and as much of the neck as possible. Wide or medium sized brimmed hats also provide much more protection for the face, ears, and neck than common baseball caps, and are suitable for those who play often under sunny conditions. For more information on Golf Hats and sun protection visit: http://jackaroohome.com/golfer.html By: James Sherard Article Directory: http://www.articledashboard.com For more information on Golf Hats and sun protection visit: jackaroohome.com/golfer.html

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The sun releases many kinds of radiation, each with a wavelength band that is specified. As soon as UVR reach the skin, it is readily absorbed by the skin molecules that intermingle more intensely with a specific wavelength. This act may result in damaging the skin proteins, lipids and cellular DNA, eventually leading to skin cancer. Ultraviolet radiation is broken into three types of wavelengths: - UV-A: The longest wavelength is not absorbed by the ozone. It deeply penetrates the skin. - UV-B: It is blocked partially by the ozone layer and is accountable for sunburns. - UV-C: This is entirely absorbed by the atmosphere; it can only be encountered from artificial radiation sources. 1. Sunscreen Sunscreens can absorb or redirect these harmful rays before they can interact with the skin. A sunscreen product will typically contain a combination of chemical and moisturizing ingredients. Certain ingredients are much better in blocking UVB while others block UVA. Chemical sunscreen ingredients PABA esters, cinnamates, para-aminobenzoic acid (PABA), benzophenes, salicylates, octocrylene and dibenzoyl-methane. Titanium dioxide and zinc oxide are physical blockers and board spectrum which block both UVB and UVA. 2. What is SPF? Stands for Sun Protection Factor. The number is determined and established by the degree of light that stimulate and encourages redness in skins that are sunscreen-protected, divided by the degree of light that encourages redness in skins that are not protected is the SPF. It is simply a measure of protection from UVB which ranges from 1 to 45 or above. A sunscreen product having an SPF of 15 will filters 92 percent of the UVB. Or, a sunscreen product having an SPF of 15 will defer the beginning of a sunburn in an individual who would burn in 10 minutes to burn in 150 minutes. The SPF 15 sunscreen can allow an individual to remain in the sun 15 times longer. 3. Sunscreen Application And Selection: - Before buying a sunscreen product, read the label and be sure that it will filter and absorb both UVA and UVB. - Check also the products level of protection. SPF 15, or 30, depending on how long you usually stay out in the sun. - Keep in mind that inexpensive brands are just as effective as the expensive brands. - Check the expiration date. An expired product will lose its potency thereby will not perform its role. This could lead to serious sun burn. - Choose a product too, that is labeled board spectrum, to give your skin complete protection from UVB, UVA and UVC. - Remember that lighter skin will burn more quickly than darker skin. Therefore light skinned individuals needs higher SPF. - The product should comply and abide with the standard AS/NZS2604 to support their claims and declaration for SPF, water resistance and board spectrum. This should be in their label. - Check the products formulation. It must be non allergenic so it is safe to use on sensitive skin and on the face as well as nonacnegenic so as not to clog the pores. - Insist on a product that is PABA free, containing no irritating chemicals and is safe to use on the face. - A water proof sunscreen is best. - Read the label and make sure that aside from sun protection, it also contains essential skin moisturizers to nourish your skin at the same time. - Before applying a sunscreen, the skin should be clean and dry so that it can be well absorbed. - Apply a liberal amount of sunscreen all over the body and pay special attention to the face, nose, ears, cheeks, and scalp as these are areas that are prone to sun burn. - Reapply often, when perspiring heavily or after swimming. It is best to apply it fifteen minutes before you go out in the sun. - Even on cloudy days, there is still a need for sunscreen application. - Even with a sunscreen, avoid the sun during the hottest hours of the day starting at ten in the morning until four in the afternoon. - Reflectors like zinc cream that reflects UV rays off the skin, should only be applied on small areas of the skin as they tend to limit perspiration. By: John Morris - Article Directory: http://www.articledashboard.com For more great sunscreen related articles and resources check out sunscreen.skincarehq.com

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