Tag: UV protection

Female hanging out car window wearing sunglasses
February 6, 2024/Eye Care

Shady Debate: Polarized vs. Non-Polarized Sunglasses

Polarized lenses have an added benefit of a special coating that reduces glare on reflective surfaces like water and snow

Close up of a woman's hands receiving acrylic powder to nails during manicure
December 10, 2023/Skin Care & Beauty

Understanding the Pros and Cons of Dip Powder, Gel and Acrylic Nails

These manicure techniques vary in terms of longevity, hygiene and overall nail health

two men wearing sunglasses
June 15, 2023/Eye Care

Do Sunglasses Actually Protect Your Eyes?

More than just fashionable, the lenses reflect or block harmful UV rays and can reduce glare

Person getting checked for possible skin cancer at doctor's office.

The Rise of Basal Cell and Squamous Cell Carcinomas: What’s the Difference?

Both skin cancers are increasingly affecting younger populations

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Someone getting a gel manicure.
April 5, 2023/Skin Care & Beauty

You Guessed Right: Gel Nail Polish Is Bad for Your Nails

The temporary nail damage is bad, but the cumulative UV exposure could be worse

Aerial view of ocean with beach umbrellas and people swimming.
April 5, 2023/Skin Care & Beauty

Will a Beach Umbrella Protect You From the Sun?

Research shows that umbrella shade is less effective than sunscreen for preventing sunburn

mole skin cancer
April 19, 2021/Skin Care & Beauty

How to Spot Cancerous Moles

How to tell something may be wrong with one of your moles

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