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Indoor Tanning Popularity Cooling Down

A study by the Cancer Prevention and Control division of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found that indoor tanning habits have become less popular overall, though there is still a significant amount of users.

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Frenemies: The Sun and the Environment

Early in life, our skin is firm and radiant. Exposure to the environment and sun cause free radicals to form in the skin. These two frenemies are everywhere, even on cold cloudy days, wreaking havoc on our skin and bringing out a whole slew of issues along with internal inflammation in the body.

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Don’t Get Burned: Link between Melanin-Rich Skin & Sunburn

A recent study shows a correlation between melanin-rich skin and sunburn, raising concern of skin cancer prevention perceptions.

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[Infographic] Women Don't Use Sunscreen Daily

In a recent online survey, it was revealed that 84% of women didn't use sunscreen as a part of their daily beauty routine.

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Infrared Protection: Hype or Hope?

These days there’s a lot of hype about infrared (IR) protection for the skin. Should we be concerned about IR, and if so, what can be done about it?

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SPF Debate Puts Derms to the Test

Is the word we're spreading about sunscreen efficacy wrong? A new paper in the Journal of the American Medical Association thinks so. It holds that SPF values above 30 do make a difference.

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7 Sun Protection Myths Exposed

We all know sun protection is important, but there are still myths among consumers surrounding UV exposure and sunscreen usage. Here are seven myths that some clients believe, along with their truth.

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#10Things to Share About Sun Exposure

Summer is here, which means that vacation, outdoor dining and lots of sun will be in the lineup. This article focuses on #10things to share with your clients about sun exposure.

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Happy National Sunscreen Day (INFOGRAPHIC)!

Today, May 27, 2016, is National Sunscreen Day. No doubt, you educate your clients on the importance of sunscreen, but proper sun protection requires the right amount of product all over the body multiple times a day.

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How the Sun and Tanning Beds Damage Skin

In Western society, there is a notion that tan, glowing skin is a sign of health. Despite the reality of DNA mutation and an increase in risk of skin cancer.

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Reflections: Support Safe Sun

This issue of Skin Inc. is getting serious about a better understanding of sun protection and improved sun safety measures.

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Tried and True: Busting 5 Common Tanning Myths

Gear clients up for spring break trips or summer by encouraging them to use adequate sun protection. You know who your bronze goddesses are; bust their bad summer habits to help deliver beautiful skin all year long.

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When SPF Isn’t Enough

Skin cancer rates continue to rise every year, so it is clear the current approach to sun protection is not enough. It may be time to dig deeper to find out why—and how we can lower the number of malignant and nonmalignant skin cancer incidences.

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The Bright Side of Sunscreen: Q&A

Vincent Hubiche, personal care application lab manager at Gattefossé SAS, shares his knowledge on the significance of wearing sunscreen during colder weather or on overcast days.

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UV Wearables Get Stretchy in a Patch

L'Oréal has introduced the first-ever stretchable skin sensor designed to monitor UV exposure and help consumers educate themselves about sun protection.

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FDA OKs Pembrolizumab to Treat Melanoma

Pembrolizumab, used for patients with advanced melanoma, gets expanded label approval.

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Regardless of Climate Change, Sunscreen is a Must

With the weather changing and becoming colder, the significance of wearing sunscreen becomes vital.

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Melanoma Dramatically Increasing in Young Adults

Since 1973, melanoma has increased by more than 250% among children, adolescents and young adults.