RayIN
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My Dr. prescribed Lovaza capsules for me. It's prescription-strength Omega-3/fish oil in liquid form.
Don’t forget that sunscreen.
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Torvy
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Common myth that our ancestors just hung out in the sun. Some did, but they knew to protect themselves, too.
There are 2 basic types of sunscreen in the US. Chemical or metallic. Metallic is more of a sun block. Not everything that goes on skin is absorbed. Some things are, some not.
I'm grey now, but a ginger when I was younger. Sister shares my skin tone and has had some cancers...of course, she was desperate to be tan and laid out with oil as a teen.
There are 2 basic types of sunscreen in the US. Chemical or metallic. Metallic is more of a sun block. Not everything that goes on skin is absorbed. Some things are, some not.
I'm grey now, but a ginger when I was younger. Sister shares my skin tone and has had some cancers...of course, she was desperate to be tan and laid out with oil as a teen.
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What are you guys using for mineral SC? That stuff spreads only your face like plumbers putty.
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What I'm using currently is called Kids, by babyganics. 12% zinc oxide, 3% titanium dioxide. Spf 50.
No idea where the boss found it.
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How easily does it spread out?
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Did get some babyganics sunscreen and liked it.
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I’m in the , wear clothing and a hat camp if I want to reduce sun exposure. Definitely not a fan of lathering my skin with nasty, sticky , oily chemicals.
Yup… I’m old school.
Yup… I’m old school.
Great point! Sunblock with zinc or titanium oxide offers solid protection, especially for sensitive skin. I used to rely on big box stores too, but lately I’ve seen some dermatology clinics sourcing high-quality sunblocks via Pharmacy B2B platforms. Might be a good way to find stronger or more affordable options!
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My dad had half his face and ears trimmed off while he was 55 to 95yo. I hope to not do that.
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I have recently had a relative with skin cancer in a lower extremity, that was never exposed to sunshine. This person always avoided sunshine exposure on the skin in general.
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After a few weeks of using this babyganics mineral based sunscreen, we have really liked it.
ning
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Is it sticky at all? I never get pimples except when I use sunscreen, so I usually go with hats instead, but I really should use sunscreen on my nose.
Rockbadchild
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I try to not use sunscreen and simply protect myself instead with a hat and long sleeve shirt, wile making sure i get my skin exposed for about 20 to 40 minutes off the peak hours of the day for my doze of vitamin D … if you look at the statistic the country that use the most sunscreen are also the one with the most cancer i know it’s not as simple as that, its a multi variable problem. I agree that sunburn are not good but being Vitamin D deficiency is probably worse the problem is not being exposed to the sun for a extended period of time then over exposure and let’s not think that sunscreen is 100% safe ether there are ingredients in there whether they are listed or not that also cause cancer.
there are many recalls each year after some independent testing every year.
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there are many recalls each year after some independent testing every year.
Sunscreen recall: What the finding of a cancer-causing chemical in Neutrogena and Aveeno sprays means for you | CNN
Neutrogena and Aveeno spray sunscreens were recalled due to the presence of a known cancer-causing chemical, yet more contaminated sunscreens remain on the market. What does this mean for your summer sunscreen choices?
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Rockbadchild
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two miss conception, one is we didn’t live as old in the past that’s false to a point yes ok in the stone age they didn’t live too old but more because of injuries then anything else … it’s not because the average life spans was 30 that people didn’t live to 90 years old it’s just lot more people didn’t made it to adulthood.
two, the skin is the largest organs we have anything and everything good or bad get absorb no exception …
don’t be the guy that don’t put sunscreen because it’s bad but put bug spray on
what about Florida extream sunburn contest ?? PS it’s fake
two, the skin is the largest organs we have anything and everything good or bad get absorb no exception …
don’t be the guy that don’t put sunscreen because it’s bad but put bug spray on
what about Florida extream sunburn contest ?? PS it’s fake
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Talk about a fake sunburn, try putting calcipotriene-fluorouracil 5% cream on the same area twice a day for a week or two.
It works great for getting rid of actinic keratosis, but stay out of the sun. It burns by its self and the sun will make your sunburn something you'll never forget.
It works great for getting rid of actinic keratosis, but stay out of the sun. It burns by its self and the sun will make your sunburn something you'll never forget.
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Agreed. I still sometimes need some on my nose or hands. I have a hat with a neck protector, but it's not always practical.
I also avoid the worst of the day and limit the time I'm in it. Most summer days I'm in before 10a. The trade-off is insects...so I have to put on different chemicals.
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In the summer, I like snap western style shirts but can't find them that are UV rated. I do get burned right through clothing.
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Both Grandfather and Father died from Leukemia at ages 72-73
Both had Melanoma in their mid 60’s…
Both were out in the sun year round working but always covered up except face/head exposed.
20 years ago this month I was urged to have a spot on my face checked and it came back negative… had it checked twice more and negative…. same area as my father…
Within 24 hours 2 doctors I work with said have it checked again…
This time confirmed and offered Mohs surgery but then switched to staged surgery…
Face bandaged right now with incisions about the area of 3 quarters.
Part of me wonders if family history repeating itself?
Both had Melanoma in their mid 60’s…
Both were out in the sun year round working but always covered up except face/head exposed.
20 years ago this month I was urged to have a spot on my face checked and it came back negative… had it checked twice more and negative…. same area as my father…
Within 24 hours 2 doctors I work with said have it checked again…
This time confirmed and offered Mohs surgery but then switched to staged surgery…
Face bandaged right now with incisions about the area of 3 quarters.
Part of me wonders if family history repeating itself?
