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Even on cloudy days or simply running errands, sunscreen is a must
It’s easy to forget your ears, eyelids, lips and feet — but any exposed skin needs protection
Choose lotion-based options that contain titanium dioxide or zinc oxide
Both skin cancers are increasingly affecting younger populations
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Compared to other tanning methods, they’re the safest choice — but they’re not entirely risk-free
Research shows that umbrella shade is less effective than sunscreen for preventing sunburn
In some cases, itchiness can be a symptom of skin cancer
You risk serious and even life-threatening health complications, from muscle injury to melanoma
The safest route for now is to avoid spray-style sunscreen, and opt for lotion-based ones instead
Less pigmentation in your skin can pop up white spots
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