Summer time is expected by many. But dermatologists fear this season for it causes sunburns and other damages due to excessive sun exposure.

Every year experts in dermatology warn about the danger that sun rays may cause to the skin, that is why they strongly recommend that exposure be reduced and only practiced during the period of the day where the sun rayso incidence is not strong. The maximum incidence occurs between 12 m to 5 p.m. Thus taking the necessary precautions and following an adequate protection, the danger posed by skin cancer at an advanced age is reduced roughly in 80% of the cases. Premature aging is one of the most significant effects that long sun exposure may cause and is described as photoaging. It is characterized by lack of skin elasticity, wrinkles, spots and skin dryness. Photosensitively described the most characteristic consequences of excessive sun exposure, without protection. Its a normal reaction of the skin against sun light. It is characterized by red color of the skin, strong itching, and small skin damage.

ADVANTAGES The sun is not a devil either, it has also many positive properties, it helps to synthesize vitamin D, indispensable to fix calcium and contributes to the epidermial cellsogood functioning. It helps to develop the natural protection of the body against the sun rays, melanin contributes to the secretion of the good-humor hormone.

PROTECTION FACTOR The degree of sun protection refers to the protection capability of a skin filter. Figures range between 2 to 50 in American-brand suntan lotion; European products only reach 25. To prevent sunburns, it´s recommended to apply the product on the skin half an hour before exposure, and repeat the application every 30 minutes approximately.

HAIR AND LIPS UNDER THE SUN The common practice is to protect the complexion, but not the hair and the lips. Itos high time to care for them, they are also so important as the other parts of our body. The sun, the sand, the wind and salt dry and weaken the hair. To prevent this, there are two options: either to wear a cap or to expose the hair after the application of proper cosmetics. the same care is taken to get rid of the sand and salt from our bodies, so should be done with the hair regarding the pool chloride and other elements of nature that may damage it. Lips require a specific protection. the only mechanism of defense is that of periodical and repeated moisturizing which is done with saliva.

HOME REMEDIES

To enlarge the tanning A daily intake of grape seed oil which helps to increase skin pigmentation. A strong tea infusion should be added to the bath water. For a golden tan Ingredients: 7 nuts, 1/4 olive oil. Preparation: Peel the nuts, crush them and soak in the olive oil for 10 days. Then strain the oil and keep it in a bottle well sealed. (Notice: Apply only for dark suntanned skin).

TRUE OR FALSE

You can always suntan indefinitely. FALSE. Suntan capability differs in each person and always has a limit. The redder the skin gets in the night, better suntan later. FALSE. The red color only means that the skin is suffering. The tan will be seen some days later. TRUE. It´s common to exhibit a tan the first night after the exposure and then in the following morning, the skin will present its usual color. TRUE. Dark skin does not need sun protection. FALSE