Do you know how skin cancer appears?
Most skin cancers usually appear in the parts exposed to direct sunlight as it emits different types of radiation, more precisely the ultraviolet rays and the infrared rays . It frequently occurs in elderly people or those with a weak immune system.
Ultraviolet rays are of two types: A (UVA) and B (UVB), GRAPE penetrate deep into the skin and generate both pigmentation and photoaging. The rays UVB They have little effect on the skin and are responsible for redness, inflammation, and the tanning process. On the other hand, infrared rays produce a sensation of heat and can enhance the negative effects of ultraviolet rays. Inadequate exposure can cause burns, skin aging, and skin cancer.
In Colombia, approximately 9 men per 100,000 suffer from some type of skin cancer, while in women it is approximately 7 per 100,000. Due to this problem, the following measures are recommended to mitigate the impact of solar radiation:
Physical protection measures:
- Wear clothing that protects your skin, such as long-sleeved shirts, wide-brimmed hats, long-legged pants, or umbrellas.
- Avoid direct sun exposure between 9 am and 4 pm.
Topical protection measures:
- Use broad-spectrum sunscreen.
How to choose the right sunscreen?
There are three important features to consider: sun protection factor (SPF), which indicates protection against UVA and UVB rays, and water resistance.
1.- The SPF measures the product's protection capacity against ultraviolet radiation, therefore sunscreens are classified according to the following table:
2.- Make sure that the sunscreen label indicates that it protects the skin against UVA and UVB rays.
3.- Sunscreens can withstand immersion in water for up to 40 minutes. If you want to extend this time, you can use waterproof sunscreens that last up to 80 minutes.
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