Helloooooo..... it's been a while, and I'm thinking about the suddenly trendy sun exposure guidelines. Seems every time I turn around I'm being encouraged to get a minimum of 15-20 minutes of direct sunlight to boost my Vit D levels. Everywhere I read some doctor is touting Vit D for heart healthy benefits, cancer preventing, and mood elevations! Wow, and the sun is free... whoda thunk!?
I'm excited about this, because I've never been a super 50+ SPF person. My handly spray bottle of Sundition SPF 15 has always done right by me.
I'm thinking . . . yea, Less is More! Kinda like drinking coffee and eating chocolate!
Would love to hear your thoughts about this.
Showing posts with label sunblock. Show all posts
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Thursday, February 24, 2011
Friday, January 23, 2009
Allowable Liquid Amounts for Airline Travel
April 1999 was the last time we've flown for a Winter Vacation. I'm clueless about how to pack my much-needed sunscreen. Since my brush with skin cancer in 2002, I cannot travel without sunblock. What are the quantities allowed on an airplane, and how do I carry liquids onboard? . . . asked in an email from Sarah in Hingham, MA
Sarah, when's your trip? If you haven't been able to find the 3 oz (or less) travel bottles, check out www.sundition.com. You'll find they currently have the recommended size, in an affordable price.
You asked what is allowed for airline travel, I found this great information at www.wikihow.com:
Original, travel sized-items must not exceed 3 ozs (85g or 90ml) -- such as those found in hotels, restrooms, gift baskets, etc.
All the bottles must fit comfortably in a quart-sized (or less) zip top bag
Unless instructed to do otherwise at zirport screening, place the zip top bag on the x-ray scanner, along with laptops, cellphones, ipods, etc. Return the zip top bag to your carry-on bag at the other end of the scanner.
Have a great vacation Sarah.
Sarah, when's your trip? If you haven't been able to find the 3 oz (or less) travel bottles, check out www.sundition.com. You'll find they currently have the recommended size, in an affordable price.
You asked what is allowed for airline travel, I found this great information at www.wikihow.com:
Original, travel sized-items must not exceed 3 ozs (85g or 90ml) -- such as those found in hotels, restrooms, gift baskets, etc.
All the bottles must fit comfortably in a quart-sized (or less) zip top bag
Unless instructed to do otherwise at zirport screening, place the zip top bag on the x-ray scanner, along with laptops, cellphones, ipods, etc. Return the zip top bag to your carry-on bag at the other end of the scanner.
Have a great vacation Sarah.
Sunday, January 11, 2009
Happy New Year!
It time again to start anew with resolutions for 2009. It's only January 11th and I've broken most of my resolutions. How about you?
There is one that I haven't broken . . . the one where I refuse to grow (or look) older. We can't stop the clock, obviously. . . but there are ways to slow down the aging process. Some people have good genes, and appear to age slower. Others have to work harder at keeping their youthful appearance. People who spend a lot of time outdoors might want to take into consideration the increased risk of, not only skin cancer, but wrinkles!
It would be dishonest if I told you I'm applying a full-spectrum sunblock everytime I go out in the Winter. I don't ski, and you won't find me outside skating or snow boarding. If I did enjoy these outdoor activities, I'd be sure to apply sunblock with an SPF of 15. However, I do wear a hat, chapstick (w/SPF 15 sunblock) and usually sunglasses.
Diane, from the Bay Area, recently commented on a December post where she thought it would be a good idea to start applying sunblock before skiing to avoid old, leather skin! I couldn't have said it better. Diane is right on the money. Having a healthy respect for the sun and applying sunblock makes good sense. There are sunblocks that are not greasy. Diane, let me suggest that you check out the products at http://www.sundition.com/?click=18. Try the handy, pocket-sized spray pump, which you can carry with you while skiing. I know you will find this sunblock dries quickly, without leaving your skin feeling greasy.
Keep your resolution simple for 2009. Apply Sunscreen, avoid sunburns, keep yourself youthful and dewy.
There is one that I haven't broken . . . the one where I refuse to grow (or look) older. We can't stop the clock, obviously. . . but there are ways to slow down the aging process. Some people have good genes, and appear to age slower. Others have to work harder at keeping their youthful appearance. People who spend a lot of time outdoors might want to take into consideration the increased risk of, not only skin cancer, but wrinkles!
It would be dishonest if I told you I'm applying a full-spectrum sunblock everytime I go out in the Winter. I don't ski, and you won't find me outside skating or snow boarding. If I did enjoy these outdoor activities, I'd be sure to apply sunblock with an SPF of 15. However, I do wear a hat, chapstick (w/SPF 15 sunblock) and usually sunglasses.
Diane, from the Bay Area, recently commented on a December post where she thought it would be a good idea to start applying sunblock before skiing to avoid old, leather skin! I couldn't have said it better. Diane is right on the money. Having a healthy respect for the sun and applying sunblock makes good sense. There are sunblocks that are not greasy. Diane, let me suggest that you check out the products at http://www.sundition.com/?click=18. Try the handy, pocket-sized spray pump, which you can carry with you while skiing. I know you will find this sunblock dries quickly, without leaving your skin feeling greasy.
Keep your resolution simple for 2009. Apply Sunscreen, avoid sunburns, keep yourself youthful and dewy.
Sunday, November 30, 2008
Winter Sun Protection
It's December, winter is coming, and along with it, cold-weather activities. If you live in the North, I'm sure you have put away your warm-weather gear, and pulled out the hats, scarves, coats, and boots. I hope you haven't put away your sunblock!
Don't think for one minute that because the temperatures are dropping, you can forgo the application of sunblock. Winter activities can result in some serious sunburns.
I came across some interesting facts published online at www.SunSmart.org.uk, and was very surprised to find out that we can still get a sunburn in a blizzard, because up to 80% of the sun's UV rays penetrate light clouds. I'm sure a sunburn is the last thing you are thinking about when bundling up to go out in a blizzard to clear the driveway!
Skiing all day can give you a severe sunburn as a result of both altitude and sun reflection from snow. The sun is more intense at higher altitudes because there is less atmosphere, smog, and pollution to filter UV rays. UV rays are intensified by as much as 80% as they bounce off the snow.
Have you ever noticed the face of someone who has spent the day outside indulging in their favorite winter activity? Between the sun, wind and cold, they have done significant damage to their skin. Not only can it be raw and chapped, but they've probably got a nasty sunburn as well.
When getting ready to go outside this winter, remember to apply sunblock. Pay particular attention to your nose, lips and chin. If you are going outside without a hat (and why would you?) remember your ears and the top of your head (solar patch) may also get burned. As an added bonus, sunblock, with a cream base, will also help protect the skin against windburn and chapping. Sunblock also gives you a thin, but extra layer between your skin and the harsh wind and cold. It could keep you feeling warmer. I can't see any reason why you wouldn't use it.
Don't think for one minute that because the temperatures are dropping, you can forgo the application of sunblock. Winter activities can result in some serious sunburns.
I came across some interesting facts published online at www.SunSmart.org.uk, and was very surprised to find out that we can still get a sunburn in a blizzard, because up to 80% of the sun's UV rays penetrate light clouds. I'm sure a sunburn is the last thing you are thinking about when bundling up to go out in a blizzard to clear the driveway!
Skiing all day can give you a severe sunburn as a result of both altitude and sun reflection from snow. The sun is more intense at higher altitudes because there is less atmosphere, smog, and pollution to filter UV rays. UV rays are intensified by as much as 80% as they bounce off the snow.
Have you ever noticed the face of someone who has spent the day outside indulging in their favorite winter activity? Between the sun, wind and cold, they have done significant damage to their skin. Not only can it be raw and chapped, but they've probably got a nasty sunburn as well.
When getting ready to go outside this winter, remember to apply sunblock. Pay particular attention to your nose, lips and chin. If you are going outside without a hat (and why would you?) remember your ears and the top of your head (solar patch) may also get burned. As an added bonus, sunblock, with a cream base, will also help protect the skin against windburn and chapping. Sunblock also gives you a thin, but extra layer between your skin and the harsh wind and cold. It could keep you feeling warmer. I can't see any reason why you wouldn't use it.
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