As cold weather approaches and you sadly watch your summer tan fade, you might be tempted to hit a tanning bed to keep that summer glow going.  I have another reason for you think twice before making the decision to soak in those concentrated UV rays:  irreversible eye damage.  We all know about the skin cancer risks that come from using a tanning bed, but I just found out that tanning beds are also extremely dangerous for your eyes.

Los Angeles ophthalmologist Dr. Paul Dougherty is a clinical instructor of ophthalmology at UCLA’s Jules Stein Institute.  He published information about the …read more

If you are one of those responsible skin-conscious women who never forgets to apply sunscreen, then you really need to know about the brand Physician Endorsed…they make the absolute perfect hat for a combination of fashion and healthy sun protection!
Physician Endorsed offers a selection of women’s sun hats that are constructed from a chemical-free cotton that provides sun protection of SPF 30.  The company was started by husband and wife team Elissa Margulies and Michael Ross to address the combination of the growing desire to protect skin from sun damage and to always look fashionable.  They have received the National …read more

May is National Skin Cancer Awareness Month. To learn more about skin cancer and how you can protect yourself from the sun’s harmful rays, visit some of these resources:

skincancer.org
cancer.org
skincaf.org

Here are some other tips about how to protect yourself from the sun from around the b5media Beauty & Style Channel.
Shopaholics Daily is staying true to her word. Even though the topic is serious, she has managed to turn it into a shopping trip. She’s found 13 different items to choose from which will not only make summer fun, but will protect everyone in the family. 13 Ways to Protect Your Skin …read more

The UV rays of the sun can cause wrinkles, age spots and even skin cancer. May is National Skin Cancer Awareness Month. According to the National Cancer Institute, there will be over a million cases of non-melanoma skin cancer diagnosed in 2008. Those numbers are simply astounding.
When heading to the beach or pool this summer, protect your skin and eyes with sunscreen, oversized sunglasses and a fabulous wide-brimmed sun hat.
There are thousands of sunscreens on the market, here are a couple of my personal favorites.
Bull Frog Superblock Sun Block
This long-lasting sunscreen lotion is one of the best for the body. …read more