This is a WONDERFUL video from the Skin Cancer Foundation about the history of tanning (did you know a great tan was NOT always stylish?) and why you should be comfortable with your natural glow. I don’t have to go back into telling my skin cancer experience again do I? Just go look at any of these pictures and videos of me, and note that lovely 1.5 inch scar down the middle of my nose and remember to use that sunscreen liberally this time of the year – well, all year really. And watch for the Skin Cancer Foundation’s logo on makeup and skin care and know you are choosing the right product for you.Now, someone tell me how I can get comfortable with these skim milk white legs of mine. Thank God for self tanners. I’ll ditch those when full length skirts come back in style.

(Selina – Ill get into more self tanner stories for you soon! *muah*)

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ANYWAY, I found at SheFinds.com a little story about Maggie Gyllenhaal and Olay teaming up to promote Skin Cancer Awareness:

In honor of Skin Cancer Awareness Month this May, Olay and the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery have persuaded 150 dermatologists nationwide to participate in the second annual “Bring a Buddy” campaign. During May and June, women can bring their “buddies” with them to the derm for a joint free screening and a lesson in skin care. Visit Olay.com or ASDS.net for doctors in your area.

Don’t forget to look for this Skin Cancer Foundation logo on your favorite products as a symbol that they have been tested and provide an SPF 15 or higher protection for your skin from the sun.

One of my favorite new finds is the Skin Milk Hand Lotion with SPF 15 – it will keep that dreadful problem of your hands showing your age under control! Find it at drugstore.com (or your local drugstore) for the super-reasonable price of $4.39!!

Whatever you do, or use, just do something. Remember, summer is coming quickly, and please lets all try to avoid the bad stuff this year.

Be Sun Smart! Image from British Columbia Centre for Disease Control, where you can find some links to some more information about sun damage and protecting yourself from skin cancer.

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