New Ratings Bring Changes To Sunscreen
Stars Tell About UVA Protection
Researchers Get Going
Still, Chappelle said some savvy companies are getting ahead of the pack and doing the research now so that FDA can sign off on the star ratings before summer's end -- whether or not the FDA is ready to enforce the rule.Also in the FDA's proposal, words like "sun block," "sweat-proof" and "water-proof" will be stricken, Chappelle said, because no product can truly block sun, and some always comes off in water or with sweat.Put On More
Dermatologists said that's part of the message they try to deliver to patients -- reapply."You must remember that no sunscreen withstands intense workouts for prolonged periods, especially if you are in the water," said Dr. Brian B. Adams, of Cincinnati, who wrote a book called "Sports Dermatology." "Bring extra sunscreen to your venue or stash it with your Gatorade along your running route for reapplication."Also, don't rely on liquid products for sun protection."Covering up is important," said Dr. Arielle Kauvar, a New York City dermatologist. "Wear a broad-brim hat, long sleeves, tightly woven, dark fabrics and wrap-around sunglasses. Seek the shade during peak daylight hours and beware of reflected rays from water, sand and snow. Be extra careful when you are at higher altitudes, where the sun rays are stronger."There are clothing products on the market that offer their own sun protection factor. There are also laundry products that claim to boost the protection for any clothes."Fabrics stop sun from striking body. You don't need SPF-rated products to get protection from the sun," said Dr. Zoe Draelos, a dermatologist and researcher in High Point, N.C. "Hold clothing up to the light. If you can't see light through it, you're protected."When you're shopping for good UVA protection, dermatologists said there have been some major improvements in ingredients in the past few years. Even before products begin carrying the star ratings, look for products that contain Helioplex, Mexoryl, titanium dioxide and zinc oxide for the best protection.Kauvar said children have the easiest time reapplying sun-protection sticks and sprays on their own, so consider those products for young people.Also, apply a topical antioxidant prior to applying sunscreen. Antioxidants reverse the free radical damage that results from the UV rays that bypass your sunscreen, Kauvar said.Get Your Vitamin D
What about Vitamin D? In January, a doctor told "The Oprah Winfrey Show" that the best way to get the vitamin is to get into the sun for 15 minutes a day. Some tanning salons put on their marquees, "As seen on Oprah, get your Vitamin D here."Dermatologists disagree."You don't have to have a tan to make vitamin D," Draelos said. "You only need to get three minutes of sun to get enough vitamin D. Just take the garbage out.""Healthy levels of vitamin D can be obtained by eating a healthy diet and using supplements if necessary," Kauvar said. "UV rays are a known carcinogen, and there is no reason to deliberately get unprotected sun or indoor tanning exposure to increase vitamin D levels."Teach Your Children Well
Finally, teach your children about sun protection. Kauvar said she's working with a 20-year-old patient now who had to learn the dangers of the sun earlier than most people."The woman had fair skin, red hair and blue eyes but was convinced she could develop a tan using tanning beds. She began indoor tanning at age 15 without the consent of her parents and was visiting the tanning salon as often as two to three times a week by the time she was 17. A biopsy of the changing mole confirmed that she had melanoma," Kauvar said.The woman's cancer was caught early enough, Kauvar said, and now she's an advocate for sun protection.Distributed by Internet Broadcasting. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.



















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