The 5 Reasons Why You NEED to Wear Sunscreen Daily
While it is important to wear sunscreen during every season, we are reaching the point where it is imperative. The skies are clearer and the sun is shining brighter, which means the UV index is quickly rising.
Not using sunscreen during these times can be very debilitating to your health. Below, discover five reasons you must wear it as much as possible.
No One Likes a Sunburn
While the pink sun-kissed look might sound appealing, sunburns are actually very painful. Your skin will feel hot to the touch. And yes, it hurts equally as much when it is touched. Then, when it finally heals, your skin begins to shed the burnt layer. All in all, we wouldn't recommend. With the application of sunscreen, you won't have to stress.
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You Will Prevent Skin Cancer
One of the main reasons dermatologist will encourage you to wear sunscreen is because prolonged sun expose may cause skin cancer. Unlike other types of cancer, skin cancer isn't always genetic. It comes from your lifestyle choices. And taking the 30 seconds to wear sunscreen will save you the mentally, emotionally, physically and financially debilitating effects of a cancer diagnosis.
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Your Skin Won't Become Discolored
You may not notice the effects the blazing sun has on your skin until years later. One day, you will wake up and notice freckle-like discoloration. Except these aren't the freckles you want. They are sunspots that spur from excessive sun exposure. While they are generally harmless, they definitely remove the bright, even tone of your natural skin and create a more aged appearance.
You Will Look More Youthful Longer
As we mentioned earlier, not using sunscreen will lead to sunspots that will make you look older. However, that isn't the end of its aging capabilities. Not protecting your skin may also cause premature wrinkles. As you may have noticed in people who excessively use tanning beds, UV exposure often gives you skin that dry, leathery look, rather than a deeper tone.
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It Smells Good!
Can we just say that sunscreen has one of the most underrated scents? If you opt for one with fragrance, you will notice it has a slightly beachy scent with subtle fruity and solar notes. When you slather your body in it, you might not even need to reach for your everyday perfume.
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