Posted by herbmaster on Jul 31, 2009 in Uncategorized
Hair sun protection is likely one of the most neglected forms of sun protection. If you are like most people, you spend most of the year looking forward to summer. However, your hair probably does not. Many people look forward to getting that light, airy sun-glow each summer, but that beach bunny bleach-out can be hard on your hair. Natural sun-kissed highlights can deteriorate quickly into dried-out split ends if you do not protect your hair.
Here are some great tips for effective hair sun protection:
* Moisturize - Pool chemicals and salt from the ocean are incredibly destructive when it comes to your hair. The most effective way to get good hair sun protection is to constantly moisturize. Like skin, hair needs a lot of moisture to resist damage. Use a leave-in conditioner or spray your hair with a weak combo of your regular conditioner and water each time you exit the pool or ocean.
* Keep an eye out for Octyl Methyoxycinnamate - Generally, long chemical names to not mean good news for your hair. However, octyl methyoxycinnamate indicates that you are dealing with some serious SPF. Also, products that contain the antioxidant vitamins A, E and C will help defend your hair from free radicals. Free radicals are highly charged molecules that can harm cells.
* Be Sure to Cover Up - A protective barrier between the sun and your hair is the best form of hair sun protection. Throw a big beach hat on for a glamorous, fully protected look. This is vitally important when the sun is strongest – between 10 AM and 3 PM.
* Put Up Your Hair - A knot or pony tail will protect the majority of your hair from unexpected sun exposure. Smooth it back with a quick dollop of sunscreen for a quick and convenient look.
Avoid damaged locks by protecting your hair. Good hair sun protection will help you get your tresses through the summer fun and into fall.
This article was originally featured on http://www.BeautyCtr.com and was republished here by request.
Tags: Hair sun protection, Octyl Methyoxycinnamate, sun protection
Posted by herbmaster on Jul 29, 2009 in Uncategorized
When it comes to preventing Sunburn Skin Cancer, diligence can be the difference between life and death. When it comes to sun protection, your makeup should be your starting point. There are many valuable cosmetic components that can literally save your life if you use them daily. They can naturally protect you from the dangerous rays of the sun that bombard you every day.
Take a quick look in your makeup bag next time you step into your bathroom. If you do not have the packaging for your makeup anymore, make a list and take it with you to the store. While you are at the store, read the ingredients on the makeup packaging to see if they contain components to protect your skin from skin cancer. Check for certain ingredients to see if a beauty product is keeping your health as well as your looks in focus. You should make sure that your lip gloss, foundation and lotion contain these key ingredients.
Here are key ingredients to look for to make sure the cosmetics are actively protecting you from sunburn skin cancer:
* Zinc and Zinc oxide Zinc and zinc oxide are ingredients in sunscreen. They are also present in mineral makeup. Some mineral makeup foundations actually provide SPF 15 or higher. Check packaging for specifics.
* Titanium dioxide is important. Titanium dioxide is also part of many mineral makeup foundations. It creates a physical barrier between your skin and the sun. Makeup products with titanium dioxide in them often can double as sun protection.
* Check for mica. Mica also plays a major role in mineral makeup. Mica flakes also create a physical barrier between the sun and your skin. Also, mica hides wrinkles by reflecting light out of them to minimize them.
Of course, in addition to reading the ingredients lists you need to get a verified SPF number on every product if it is available. Work with your dermatologist to determine if you need more than cosmetic sun protection. You can best avoid sunburn skin cancer by always incorporating sun defense into your daily beauty routine. This way, you can protect yourself on a daily basis as part of your beauty routine.
Tags: skin cancer, sun protection, sunburn skin cancer, sunburns, uva, uvb
