Ageing is a choice

 At Face Today we know that wearing sunblock daily is vital!

 

When UV rays penetrate the skin they cause damage to the collagen and can result in leathery, sagging skin, premature wrinkles, general appearance of ageing and as we like to call it here at Face Today, crinkly, crusty skin. Did you know that is doesn't even have to be a sunny day for you to suffer these ageing effects from UV rays? On top of potential damage on overcast days, may Australians are exposed to UV rays when they don't even realise it. Do you ever sit by a window, in the car, nip out for a coffee, pop the cloths on the line....without wearing sun block? every minute in the sun adds up.

Wearing SPF daily could be one of the most important things you ever do for your looks and health. A great quality zinc based sunblock is about the BEST anti-ageing cream there is on the market.

Here at Face Today we also know that along with it's anti-ageing quality's, sunblock has a wonderful little side effect!

Daily use of sunblock can help to prevent life threatening melanoma!

A number of years ago an Australian research team recruited over 1600 participants who either receive standard advice on how to use sunblock, or who were given sunblock along with careful instructions and supervision on its use. After 15 years, there were twice the number of melanomas in the group members who applied sunblock 'now and then', compared to the daily use group.

"It provides the first scientific data that shows that sunscreen can be beneficial for melanoma prevention," a statement made by Professor Adele Green from the QLD Institute of Medical Research, in regards to this study which appeared in the Journal of Clinical Oncology in 2010.

We find it so exciting that Australia is in the forefront of melanoma research. We are the first country in the world to put forward such a study. We love that we have such talented and knowledgeable researchers in our country. And I for one will reap the rewards of the 15 years of research. I am proud to say I use Sunblock EVERYDAY.

From my perspective this means that if you haven't found a broad spectrum sunblock that you love enough to wear every day, you need to visit Face Today as a matter of life and death (literally).

Back soon with more beauty and health info,

Kirsten Twine, RN

Cosmetic Injector - Registered Nurse - Skin Technician - Body Contour Specialist

Australia has the highest rate of skin cancer in the world. Almost half of all people who have lived in Australia all their lives will develop some form of skin cancer and around 1500 people will die every year.
Skin cancer detection doesnt need to be a chore, if you have a partner it’s a healthy lifestyle activity that the two of you can share – it might even be fun! Encourage him to join you as you strip search and save each other, you will be taking positive steps toward a health future.

Nearly all skin cancers are caused by utltraviolet (UV) radiation found in sunlight
Melanoma is the most dangerous form of skin cancer but 90-96% of cases are treatable if caught early.

Repeated sunburn, particularly when you were a child, increases your risk of melanoma.
Sunblock/ Sunscreen proctects against UV radiation by reducing ( not blocking) the amount of UV rays reaching your skin

Sunblock/ Sunscreen should always be used with other sun protection measures such as:
Spending less time in the sun when UV radiation is highest between ( 10am-3pm)
Seeking shelter
Wearing proctective clothing, a broad brimmed hat and sunglasses. The cancer council recommends using broad spectrum SPF 30+, water resistant sunscreen and reapplying at least every 2hrs. Applying sunscreen generously 20mins before going into sun.

What do the SPF numbers and broad spectrum mean?
SPF stands for Sun protection factor The higher the SPF number, the more protection the sunscreen provides. Sunscreen labeled broad spectrum filter out some UVA as well as UVB radiation. UVA and UVB both contribute to sunburn, skin ageing, eye damage and skin cancer.


Sun protection valves follow the law of diminishing returns
- SPF 10 blocks 90% UVB
- SPF 15 blocks 92% UVB
- SPF 30 blocks 97% UVB

Protect yourself in the sun
By following simple sun practices everyday, you can protect your skin from further sun damage and reduce your risk of developing skin cancer. Its never too late to start protecting your skin.