Colder months often leave parents thinking that the sun’s rays are not as big of a risk to the health of their families. However, studies have shown that ultraviolet (UV) rays are equally as harmful in the winter months, and equally as able to increase the risk of skin cancer in children and adults. ProtectingRead more
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Skin is the body’s largest organ. And like our other organs, such as the heart, liver, and lungs, it has an important job to do: protect what is inside from getting out, and keep outside aggressors (germs, dirt) from getting in. But in the daily bustle of life, it’s easy for skin to get dehydratedRead more
Summer heat may be over, but the autumn season brings its own challenges to the health of your skin. The sun stills shine brightly and UV rays are always prevalent, but the air will quickly begin to become drier and harsher. This season is a good time to revamp your skincare routine, or create oneRead more
By Shannon McKinstrie | May 25, 2017 10:05 AM I grew up in the ’80s, back when my parents had suntan oil in their beach bags, not sunscreen. My mom was diligent about putting SPF 15 sunscreen on me (which was the strongest I knew of at the time), but I would beg for the oil becauseRead more
Skin Cancer Awareness Month – May 2017 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 18 May 2017 According to the Skin Cancer Foundation, 80% of lifetime UV exposure occurs before a child turns 18, and up to 90% of skin damage is caused by the sun — yet most school districts across America still do not allow sunscreen onRead more
By Shannon McKinstrie | May 12, 2017 4:10 PM We’ve all been there, and we’ve all witnessed it. Parents on vacation trying to get their children to stop playing for a moment so they can apply sunscreen to protect them from the sun. It can be a challenge, so when spray sunscreens first hit the market, parentsRead more
