8 common sunscreen myths to stop believing

8 common sunscreen myths to stop believing

Here comes the sun and along with it an increased risk of this six billion-year-old ball of fire’s UV rays damaging your skin. Each summer dermatologists warn and remind us that being outdoors exposed to sunrays without protecting your skin can result in significant harm to the appearance and health of your body’s largest organ. 

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More arm moles may indicate higher risk for skin cancer

A new study suggests that depending on the number of moles a person has on their right arm, they may be at a greater risk for melanoma, or skin cancer. More specifically, the study claims that having eleven or more moles could be an indicator of skin cancer. The study was carried out by scientists at King’s College London and recently published in the British Journal of Dermatology.

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Choosing the right sunscreen

Choosing the right sunscreen

Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the U.S. In fact, it is probably more common than you think. Did you know that 1 in 5 Americans will develop skin cancer at some point in their life? Every year, there are about 3.5 million cases of basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell skin cancer are diagnosed.

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