Safe Sun

Detect, Correct, & Protect

You already know solar radiation damages your skin. But did you know that the sun is the primary cause of the visible signs of aging? Or that 80% of your lifetime radiation exposure typically occurs before age 18? Don't despair, Complexions Rx can detect, protect and correct your skin from further damage - even if you spent your teen years covered in baby oil.

Safe Fun Facts

  • The number one cause of aging of the skin is sun damage.
  • There are two types of sun rays - UVB (Burning) Rays.UVA (Aging) Rays.
  • UVA rays effect your skin below the surface - they break down collagen and can cause cancer.
  • UVB rays cause skin to burn on the surface.
  • 60% of the day's sunburning radiation reaches the earth between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.
  • It is important to use a broad-spectrum sunscreen that offers protection from UVA as well as UVB rays.
  • Sunscreen should be applied at least 30 minutes before exposure. Reapply liberally throughout the day.
  • SPF stands for Sun Protection Factor. An SPF 15 sunscreen provides with 15 times your natural sun protection.
  • SPFs of at least 15 block 93% of UVB rays while SPFs higher than 30 block 99% of UVB rays.
  • Always wear sunscreen: SPF if you will be inside most of the day, SPF 15-45 if going outside for work or play.

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