Hi, this is Dr. Yuki from BIANCA.
Wearing sunscreen is one of the most effective ways to protect your skin from the harmful effects of the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays. Here are several key reasons why sunscreen is crucial for your health and appearance:
1. Protection from UV Radiation
The sun emits two types of UV rays that can harm your skin: UVA and UVB.
– UVA rays: These penetrate deep into the skin, contributing to premature aging and wrinkling.
– UVB rays: These affect the surface of the skin and are the primary cause of sunburn.
Sunscreen helps block these harmful rays, reducing the risk of skin damage.
2. Prevention of Skin Cancer
One of the most compelling reasons to wear sunscreen is its role in reducing the risk of skin cancer. Prolonged exposure to UV radiation is a major risk factor for all types of skin cancer, including:
– Melanoma: The most serious form of skin cancer.
– Basal cell carcinoma: The most common form.
– Squamous cell carcinoma: The second most common form.
Regular use of sunscreen has been shown to decrease the risk of developing these cancers.
3. Avoidance of Sunburn
Sunburn can cause immediate discomfort and long-term skin damage. Symptoms include redness, pain, and blistering, which can lead to peeling and potential infection. Sunscreen helps prevent sunburn by blocking UVB rays.
4. Prevention of Premature Aging
Exposure to the sun accelerates the aging process of the skin, causing photoaging. Symptoms of photoaging include:
– Wrinkles
– Fine lines
– Age spots
– Loss of skin elasticity
Have you seen this picture? He is a truck driver and has been exposed by sunlight only on the left side. You can see he has remarkably accelerated aging on the left side.
Sunscreen helps protect essential skin proteins such as keratin, collagen, and elastin. These proteins are vital for maintaining healthy skin structure and function. By protecting these proteins, sunscreen contributes to overall skin health.
Using sunscreen regularly can help maintain a youthful appearance by protecting the skin from these aging effects!
Also, sun exposure can lead to hyperpigmentation and dark spots, commonly known as sun spots or age spots. These spots can make your skin tone appear uneven. Sunscreen helps prevent these discolorations by shielding your skin from UV rays.
5. If I Got Aging Spots?
Do not give up on it! Bianca clinic has a variety of treatments for aging spots, including laser treatment and others.
I highly recommend “Mesona J” to prevent photo aging.
If you are interested in skincare, feel free to contact us!
Who wrote this:
Yukitaro Ikeda, MD
https://www.instagram.com/dr.yukitaro
