Products that offer protection from the sun are widely popular, thanks to their ability to keep the harmful effects of the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) radiation at bay. But a recent study has shown that despite their best efforts, certain parts of the face remain unprotected. In a study published in the peer-reviewed open-access journal PLOS ONE, researchers from Liverpool … Continue reading Applying sunscreen doesn’t fully protect you from the sun, but these 6 alternatives can provide full coverage
Chemical-free sunscreens and sunburn treatments
When shopping for sunscreen, options are often limited to those that are easy to apply but are full of harmful chemicals or natural variants that are thick and too sticky. But you can stop worrying about what kind of sunscreen or after-sun skin treatments to buy because listed below are several chemical-free options. (h/t to OutsideOnline.com) … Continue reading Chemical-free sunscreens and sunburn treatments
6 Natural Oils That Work as Sunscreen
We all either dive into or at least dip our toes in the trend of sunscreen as soon as the scorching summer sun starts roasting our skin. But hey, before slathering your skin with that chemical based range of cosmetics, have you actually checked if the one you are using incorporates safe ingredients? Your answer to this … Continue reading 6 Natural Oils That Work as Sunscreen
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 