protecting your skin with clothing and wearing sunscreen! In case your wondering, why sunscreen?
1. UV rays can still be harmful and damage our skin, the ozone layer is thinner in the winter time and snow can reflect up to 80% of UV rays! isnt that insane!
Skin damage: Wearing sunscreen all year round can help prevent skin damage, premature aging, and skin cancer!
Dry skin: Winter conditions like low moisture and harsh winds can dry out your skin! Making it more prone to cracks, wrinkles, & infections! Sunscreen will help maintain your skins moisture levels!
Heres some tips for wearing sun screen in the winter! -Apply sunscreen to all exposed skin! including your ears & lips.
Reapply sunscreen every two hours or more often if you're sweating! or if you're doing outside activities look for water and sweat- resistant sunscreen! -if you're going to be at a higher altitude, like a ski resort, look for SPF 50 or higher!
Common winter skin issues: Eczema, Psoriasis, Rosecea, Keratoisis (Chicken Skin), & Raynaud's disease Acne
