Sun Care
Physicians trust and recommend EltaMD sunscreens because they provide safe, broad-spectrum UV protection in natural zinc-based, cosmetically elegant formulations. All EltaMD sunscreens are noncomedogenic , sensitivity-free, fragrance-free and paraben-free. Ask your physician how using an EltaMD sunscreen every day can help prevent signs of premature aging and protect against sun-related diseases.
Did you know?
Dermatologists recognize that the most potent cosmeceutical that can prevent and reverse the signs of aging is sunscreen. – American Academy of Dermatology, aad.org/public, March 2011
UV and You
Ultraviolet or UV rays are part of the invisible energy that comes from the sun. UVA (aging) rays account for 95% of our sun exposure. They cause skin aging and contribute to skin cancer. UVA rays penetrate deeply into the skin layers, damaging collagen and cells which leads to wrinkling, hyperpigmentation and loss of elasticity. UVB (burning) rays mostly effect the outer layer of the skin. They cause sunburn and tanning that increase the risk of skin cancer and other disorders. The risk for skin cancer doubles in people who have had five or more sunburns. – Skin Cancer Foundation, skincancer.org/understanding, November 2012.
Did you know?
Moisturizer traps existing water in the skin, preventing the water from evaporating. To trap water in the skin, moisturizer must be applied within 3 minutes of bathing or showering. – American Academy of Dermatology, skincarephysicians.com/agingskinnet, March 2012