Escobedo Skin Center Tip: Wear Sunscreen!
Spring is in the air, and so is the need for sunscreen! Although it may not feel “that” hot outside, sunscreen is a must have for this season!
Why use sunscreen?
UV (ultra-violet) radiation rays are composed of both UVA and UVB rays. UVA rays, which make up 90% of UV radiation, are strongest in the early morning to afternoon and are strong enough to penetrate surface, such as windows. UVB is strongest midday, and is usually associated with sunburn.
Over time, UV rays, especially UVA rays can greatly damage the skin. According to Dr. Mike, the reason these UV rays affect the skin is because the ultra-violet radiation damages the natural collagen in the skin, which can result in pre-mature aging, wrinkles, and leathery skin. UV radiation can also cause cell abnormalities which can result in hyper-pigmentation (discolored skin), broken blood vessels, and even types of skin cancers. The use of daily sunscreen can greatly against pre-mature aging and cancer.
What sunscreen is right for me?
“Higher SPF doesn’t mean higher protections.” –Dr. Mike.
Dr. Mike recommends an SPF of 30 for all his patients. One of the reasons SPFs higher than 30 do not work is that they composed of an extraordinary amount of chemicals. All these chemicals in turn, contradict their “supposed” protection, and are actually less protective of the skin. In addition, the high amount of chemicals can greatly damage the natural composition of the skin, which can result in break outs. Dr. Mike chooses to combat these high chemical products with organic sunscreens, which are composed of honey, cherries, peaches, and other natural ingredients. Dr. Mike’s organic sunscreens are sold exclusively at Escobedo Skin Center.
