5 Myths About Latina Sun Care

When it comes to staying safe from the sun’s rays, knowledge is power. Sun protection is essential to skin cancer prevention. Know how to protect your skin and you’ll be less likely to face wrinkles, brown spots and skin cancer later on in life.

Here are 5 Myths about Latina sun care that can help protect your piel from the harmful UV Rays:

Myth #1. Latinas tend to have slightly darker skin, so sunscreen is optional. Not true, Latinas may have fair skin, dark skin, or a skin color that falls in between. Anybody that’s seen some spicy latinas on videos from sites such as https://www.tubev.sex/?hl=es will be well aware of this. But, no matter how much melanin one has, nobody is immune to the sun’s rays. No matter what skin color or ethnicity you are even if your skin has a darker pigmentation or you’re not prone to burning you are still at risk of skin cancers. I’m Latina and trust me… my piel is a bit on the lighter side. I’m prone to burning and I know I have to protect my skin in order to age gracefully. Neutrogena’s Beach Defense Sunscreen is perfect when you’re at the beach or even working out, as it is water resistant and stays on longer than other forms of SPF, but you mustn’t forget to reapply!

Myth #2 It takes years to see the effects of sun damage on one’s skin. Wrong again, the truth is skin spots and freckles can appear within the next few days or week after exposure to sun. UV Rays alter the pigments and cause loss of elasticity and firmness in the skin. I’ve experienced this for myself, after spending two days in Cancun, Mexico which closer to the equator where the sun is blazing, I began seeing sunspots on my hands and feet. Mind you, I’m in my early 20’s… So I know that it doesn’t take years to see sun damage.

Myth #3 Tanning Beds are safe because the don’t use the burning rays of the sun. Beware of indoor tanning! Indoor tanning exposes it’s users to both UVA and UVB rays. The primary light source for is UVA radiation, which is directly lined to premature aging and skin cancer risk. My abuleta always said stay away from tanning beds!

Myth #4 All sunscreens work the same way. The sunscreen aisle of a drugstore offers lots of choices, but which one is right for you? Finding a sunscreen that best fits your lifestyle is

Myth #5 When you’re not in direct sun you have nothing to worry about. Just because you’re indoors doesn’t mean that the sun can find you. Windows and draps still spill in UV lights. Neutrogena’s Ultra Sheer Face and Body stick is perfect for a sheer light coverage while indoors. It’s clean, lightweight and you won’t feel like you have anything on!

For more helpful tips be sure to join me at the Neutrogena Sun Up to Sundown Tweet-a-Thon on Thursday, May 22, 2014. at 9am-9pm EDT. Be sure to follow and use the hash tag #ChooseSkinHealth!